Outreach Coordinator | Stairway Recovery

Gandara Center; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Gándara Mental Health Center in Brockton, MA is seeking an Outreach Coordinator to engage the recovery community, coordinate recreational activities, and connect partner organizations to support individuals in recovery. The role requires strong communication, cultural competency, and the ability to work flexible hours.

You will conduct outreach, provide referrals, and participate in ongoing collaborations with programs offering education, employment and medical assistance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in the field of substance abuse and strong verbal and written communication Skills.
• Bilingual abilities in Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, or Portuguese are encouraged.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Outreach within the recovery community to support members in recovery.
• Oversee recreational and recovery-oriented social activities at the Center.
• Connect organizations serving individuals/families in recovery to collaborate with the center.
• Provide information and referrals to assist members with needed services.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and participate in supervision and trainings.
• Work flexible hours including weekends, nights and holidays.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Bilingual: Spanish/Creole/Portuguese

Substance abuse knowledge

Valid MA driver’s license

Tools

Computer skills: Intermediate

Job description

Job Category: Operations-Prevention & Recovery

Requisition Number: OUTRE003336

• Posted : August 6, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Brockton, MA 02301, USA

Description

Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Additional Benefits:

• Culturally Diverse population
• Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Clinical Licensing Support

Job Title: Outreach Coordinator

Work Location: Brockton, MA

* Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

* EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

Job Summary:

• Conduct outreach within the recovery community and support the members in recovery from substance use disorder in a Peer-to-Peer Support model.
• Oversee all the recreational activities at the Center, and other recovery-oriented social activities.
• Connect organizations that work with individuals/families in recovery to collaborate with the center.
• Provide information and referrals to assist members with needed services.
• Conduct outreach to individuals within the recovery community, via recovery programs; jails, prisons, support networks and by attending networking events.
• Enhance community awareness through media outreach and by attending community events with the Center.
• Keep all required documentation up to date.
• Participate in an ongoing collaborations with other programs providing educational, employment and medical support to people in recovery.
• Participate in workshops/trainings related to wellness and recovery engagement.
• Participate in support groups when needed.
• Participate in data collection for reporting and evaluation purposes.
• Participate in monthly supervision with the Program Director.
• Be able to work flexible hours including weekends, nights and holidays.
• Additional duties as needed.

Duites and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all the recreational activities at Stairway to Recovery and other recovery-oriented social activities.
• Provide direction and support to volunteer members that are directly supervised by the Volunteer Coordinator.
• Provide information and referrals to assist members with needed services.
• Work closely with Stairway to Recovery staff to connect recovery community members with volunteer programs.
• Conduct outreach to individuals within the recovery community, via recovery programs; jails, prisons, support networks and by attending networking events.
• Enhance community awareness through media outreach and by attending community events with Stairway to Recovery information packets.
• Keep all required documentation up to date.
• Participate in an on-going collaboration with other programs providing educational, employment and medical support to people in recovery.
• Participate in workshops/trainings related to wellness and recovery engagement.
• Participate in coalition around south shore that works for people in recovery.
• Participate in data collection for reporting and evaluation purposes.
• Participate in monthly supervision with Program Director.
• Be able to work flexible hours including weekends, nights and holidays.
• Additional duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge in the field of substance abuse, good verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred to be in recovery for a period of no less than 2 years.
• Be familiar with the local recovery community, Brockton area.
• Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation required.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, or Portuguese, Bicultural encouraged to apply.

The Gándara Mental Health Centerprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Computer Skills

Intermediate

Behaviors

Required

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Required

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License-MA

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