Outreach Specialist

Health First Community Health Center; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Retirement Savings

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Health First Community Health Center in Owensboro, KY invites you to join as a Community Outreach Specialist. This full-time role focuses on connecting residents with healthcare services, health insurance enrollment, and essential community resources to improve health outcomes.

You will plan outreach events, collaborate with local organizations, educate the public, and provide supportive assistance while maintaining thorough documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

• A degree in public health, health education, communications, or related program preferred.
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with diverse groups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and prepare outreach events to reach residents without access to healthcare or health insurance.
• Build and strengthen enrollment collaborations with local partner organizations.
• Educate the community on medical outreach and educational programs.
• Provide health insurance enrollment and application assistance.
• Assist patients with sliding fee schedule applications and ensure documentation is complete.
• Help patients access resources (food, shelter, clothing, transportation).
• Provide medication assistance through partnering pharmacies and prescription programs.
• Prepare and gather reports; participate in community activities; document interactions and assistance.

Skills

Communication

Event planning

Detail-oriented

Computer skills

Education

Degree in public health/health education/communications

Tools

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Description

Join Our Team as a Community Outreach Specialist!

Location: Owensboro, KY
Schedule: Monday - Friday, Day Shift (40 hours per week)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Outreach Specialist to join our team! This full-time position focuses on connecting community residents with essential healthcare and resources while building strong partnerships to improve health outcomes. If you're passionate about making a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Work With Us?

We value our team members and provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your success, including:

• Full Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: Monday-Friday schedule, 10 paid holidays, and generous PTO.

Summary of Duties

As a Community Outreach Specialist, you will lead efforts to connect underserved community members with healthcare services, health insurance enrollment, and other vital resources. Your work will directly contribute to improving the health and-well-being of individuals and families.

Essential Responsibilities

• Community Outreach and Collaboration:
  • Plan, coordinate, and prepare for outreach events to reach residents without access to healthcare or health insurance.
  • Build and strengthen enrollment collaborations with local partner organizations.
  • Educate the community on medical outreach and educational programs.
• Healthcare and Resource Assistance:
  • Provide health insurance enrollment and application assistance.
  • Assist patients in completing sliding fee schedule applications and ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
  • Help patients access necessary resources, including food, shelter, clothing, and transportation.
  • Provide medication assistance through partnering pharmacies and prescription programs.
• Administrative Support:
  • Assist with the preparation and gathering of various reports.
  • Participate in community activities to heighten health awareness.
  • Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of all interactions and assistance provided.
• Additional Duties:
  • Arrange transportation as needed for families to access healthcare.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a team player who is:

• Passionate about serving the community and improving health outcomes.
• Skilled in planning and organizing community events.
• Detail-oriented and dedicated to delivering high-quality support.
• Excellent in communication and collaboration with diverse groups.

You're looking for a fulfilling career with full benefits, a supportive work environment, and opportunities to make a lasting impact,

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: A degree in public health, health education, communications, or related program preferred; Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish); The ability and willingness to interact with others in both a small and large group setting is essential. Must possess a true desire to help others and display compassion and empathy in day-to-day activities. Strong computer skills with proficiencies in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and internet-based applications. On-job training provided. Must have a valid driver's license/reliable transportation and be willing to submit a background check and drug screen.