Outreach Specialist

Pala Band of Mission Indians; Pala (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Pala Band Of Mission Indians in Pala, CA seeks an Outreach Specialist to plan and coordinate community outreach, behavioral health education, and public awareness for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and Mobile Crisis Response Team.

Under the Program Manager, you will develop culturally responsive materials, build partnerships with tribal departments, schools, healthcare providers and first responders, and represent the Behavioral Health Department at meetings and events.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of outreach, public education, and behavioral health promotion principles.
• Experience with suicide prevention and crisis resources is a plus.
• Strong public speaking and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with tribal communities and partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community outreach strategies to promote the 988 Lifeline and MCRT.
• Plan and participate in health fairs, resource fairs, and Tribal gatherings.
• Deliver behavioral health and suicide prevention presentations to Tribal communities and partners.
• Create culturally responsive outreach materials and campaigns.

Skills

Community outreach

Public speaking

Interpersonal communication

Cultural competency

Event planning

Education

Associate's degree or higher

High School Diploma or GED with outreach experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media platforms

Job description

Pala Band Of Mission Indians

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE PMB#50 35008 Pala Temecula Road Pala, CA 92059

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Outreach Specialist

Department/Division: Social Services- Mobile Crisis Response Team/988

Status: Full-Time

Salary: Hourly/ DOE

Supervisor: Program Manager

Subordinates: None

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Outreach Specialist is responsible for planning, implementing, and coordinating community outreach, behavioral health education, and public awareness activities that promote the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT). This position develops culturally responsive outreach strategies and educational materials, builds collaborative partnerships, conducts presentations, participates in community events, and increases awareness of behavioral health services throughout Tribal communities. The Outreach Specialist serves as a liaison between the Pala Band of Mission Indians, Tribal communities, schools, healthcare organizations, behavioral health providers, first responders, and community partners to improve access to behavioral health resources, suicide prevention services, and crisis response programs.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement community outreach strategies that increase awareness and utilization of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and Mobile Crisis Response Team.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in community outreach events, health fairs, resource fairs, and Tribal gatherings.
• Conduct behavioral health, suicide prevention, and 988 educational presentations for Tribal communities, schools, healthcare organizations, and community partners.
• Develop culturally responsive outreach materials, educational resources, brochures, flyers, newsletters, digital content, and public awareness campaigns.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with Tribal departments, schools, healthcare organizations, behavioral health providers, first responders, community organizations, and regional partners.
• Assist in planning and coordinating the annual Tribal 988 Conference, community trainings, workshops, and public awareness events.
• Represent the Behavioral Health Department at community meetings, coalition meetings, conferences, and outreach activities.
• Coordinate outreach efforts with the Mobile Crisis Response Team, Peer Support Specialists, Case Managers, and behavioral health staff to improve access to behavioral health services.
• Support school-based behavioral health education, youth engagement activities, and suicide prevention initiatives in collaboration with partnering school districts.
• Assist with public awareness campaigns promoting behavioral health, wellness, recovery, and available crisis services.
• Maintain records of outreach activities, presentations, partnerships, community contacts, and program outcomes.
• Prepare outreach reports, collect participation data, and assist with grant reporting requirements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development, behavioral health education, suicide prevention training, trauma-informed care training, and cultural competency education.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of community outreach, public education, and behavioral health promotion principles.
• Knowledge of suicide prevention, behavioral health resources, crisis intervention services, and community support systems.
• Strong public speaking, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to develop culturally responsive educational materials and outreach campaigns.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with Tribal leaders, schools, healthcare organizations, first responders, and community agencies.
• Strong organizational, planning, and event coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple community outreach activities simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Endorsement and support of Tribal values, culture, and philosophy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree in Communications, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Human Services, Education, Social Work, or a related field preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED with equivalent outreach or community engagement experience may be considered.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in community outreach, public education, behavioral health, prevention services, or community engagement.
• Experience developing educational presentations and facilitating community events preferred.Experience working with Native American communities preferred.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment.
• Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a drug-free workplace (including marijuana).
• Must successfully pass a background investigation and be eligible to work with vulnerable populations.
• Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment. A DMV print out and background check will be required.
• Must successfully pass a Fingerprint-based background check of potential employees, volunteers, and contractors pursuant to Public Law 101-630 - Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must be willing to travel throughout the service area.
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred or required within 60 days of hire.
• Indian Preference will apply in accordance with the Pala Band of Mission Indians policy. Indian Preference will apply in accordance with the Pala Band of Mission Indians policy.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Employee Handbook of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.