The Outreach Specialist coordinates initiatives to develop awareness, health promotion, and mobilize communities using resources. The Outreach Specialist also administers organizational programs aimed at addressing the needs of the surrounding area, develops relationships with community leaders, and serves as the organization's liaison with various stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities
- develop outreach and educational programs tailored for the community being served, complete training for topic expertise and collaborative research
- participate in planning, piloting, and implementation of community outreach strategies
- provides information and referral to program participants community residents, and stakeholders
- develop technological strategies for mobilizing community
- compile statistics and maintains records of program participants
- conduct targeted outreach to the community, families, and other stakeholders under the direction of the Program Coordinator
- work collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and/or designee to develop outreach strategies
- formulate, direct, and coordinate program outreach activities and policies to promote health awareness and community resources
- inform the community about the goals and objectives of health promotion, healthy choices, and health outcomes for program
- conduct promotional events and campaigns designed to recruit program participants
- plan and facilitate meetings for Community Advisory Board and/or stakeholders
- participate in evaluation activities
- perform other duties as assigned
Professional Behavior
- Display professional behavior and appearance in accordance with agency policy
- handle difficult situations in a discreet manner
- maintain attendance within limits of agency guidelines
- maintain confidentiality of client information