community outreach specialist

Dakota Autism Center

<p><b>About the role</b><br/>Dakota is seeking a driven <b>Community Outreach Specialist</b> to grow our ABA program. Your primary mission: build referral relationships with healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations to generate qualified client leads for Dakota to serve.</p><p>This is a community-facing, relationship-driven role that makes a real impact &mdash; connecting children and families to life-changing autism and developmental services.</p><p><b>What you'll do</b></p><p><i>Referral development &amp; lead generation</i></p><ul><li>Build and maintain a referral network with pediatricians, developmental specialists, neurologists, and primary care providers serving children ages 0&ndash;21</li><li>Cultivate partnerships with school districts, ECSE teams, Head Start, and Early Intervention coordinators</li><li>Connect with county social services, DHS case managers, and disability resource navigators to generate client leads</li><li>Conduct outreach visits, presentations, and attend community events to position Dakota as the preferred EIDBI provider</li><li>Track all leads, referrals, and conversions in CRM &mdash; updated within 24 hours of each contact</li><li>Follow up on all referral leads to support intake and enrollment of eligible clients</li></ul><p><i>Community education &amp; provider relations</i></p><ul><li>Educate referring providers on client eligibility, the CMDE process, and Dakota's service offerings</li><li>Represent Dakota at health fairs, disability expos, school transition events, and provider networking meetings</li><li>Help families navigate access to EIDBI services and reduce enrollment barriers</li></ul><p><i>Compliance &amp; coordination</i></p><ul><li>Operate in full compliance with MN Statute 256B.0949, HIPAA, and DHS EIDBI program rules</li><li>Collaborate with leadership, intake team, and clinical staff to ensure smooth client onboarding</li><li>Report referral pipeline data and market intelligence to leadership regularly</li></ul><p>Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Contract</p><p>Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour</p><p>Expected hours: 20.0 &ndash; 40.0 per week</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)</li><li>Outreach: 1 year (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Language:</p><ul><li>English (Required)</li><li>Spanish (Preferred)</li><li>Hmong (Preferred)</li><li>Somali (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: On the road</p>

Community Outreach Specialist

Caring Senior Service

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Caring Senior Service of Georgetown | Community Outreach &amp; Referral Specialist</b></h2>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Build Relationships. Drive GroCaringwth. Change Lives.</b></h3>
<p>Are you a relationship-driven professional who thrives in the community and wants your work to truly matter?</p>
<p>At <b>Caring Senior Service of Georgetown</b>, we help seniors remain independent, safe, and comfortable at home. As we continue to grow across <b>Georgetown, Killeen, Belton, and Temple</b>, we're looking for a high-energy <b>Community Outreach &amp; Referral Specialist</b> to expand our local presence and build trusted referral partnerships.</p>
<p>This is more than a sales role &mdash; it's an opportunity to become a recognized leader and connector in the senior care community.</p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Why This Role Is Different:</b></h2>
 <ul><li>You're not selling a product &mdash; you're offering peace of mind to families</li><li>
You'll have autonomy to build and execute your outreach strategy</li><li>
You'll be backed by a compassionate, mission-driven care team</li><li>
You'll represent a respected, nationally recognized home care brand</li></ul>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You'll Do:</b></h2>
<p>As the face of our agency in the community, you will:</p>
<ul><li>Develop and execute strategic outreach plans that generate consistent, high-quality referrals</li><li>
Build strong relationships with hospitals, rehab facilities, physician offices, senior centers, assisted living communities, and local organizations</li><li>
Represent the agency at networking events, health fairs, and community engagements</li><li>
Track referral activity and growth metrics in our CRM</li><li>
Collaborate with our care team to ensure a seamless, exceptional client experience</li><li>
Meet and exceed referral and growth goals</li></ul>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Who Thrives in This Role:</b></h2>
<p>This position is ideal for someone who:</p>
<ul><li><b>Has experience in healthcare sales, home health, hospice, senior living, or medical outreach</b></li><li>
Enjoys face-to-face networking and relationship-based business development</li><li>
Is confident, polished, and highly professional</li><li>
Is self-motivated and results-driven</li><li>
Wants to be part of a growing organization with leadership opportunities</li></ul>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements:</b></h2>
<ul><li><b>Experience in healthcare sales, outreach, business development, or community relations</b></li><li>
Valid Texas driver's license and clean driving record</li><li>
Willingness to travel throughout Georgetown, Killeen, Belton, and Temple</li><li>
Strong organizational skills and follow-through</li></ul>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Compensation &amp; Benefits:</b></h2>
<ul><li><b>Competitive base salary + commission</b></li><li>
Company vehicle provided for local travel</li><li>
Ongoing training and professional development</li><li>
Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization</li><li>
Meaningful, purpose-driven work that directly impacts families</li></ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Ready to Make a Real Impact?</b></h3>
<p>If you're passionate about community engagement, relationship-building, and helping seniors stay healthy, happy, and at home &mdash; we'd love to connect with you.</p>
<p>Apply today and join our Caring team!</p></div>

Community Outreach & Referral Specialist - In-Home Care Agency

Places for People (MO)

<div><p><b>Job Description:</b></p><p><b>
Job Title:</b> Outreach Specialist</p><p><b>
Location:</b> Saint Louis, MO</p><p><b>
Department:</b> Connection Services</p><p><b>
Employment Type:</b> Full-time</p><p></p><p><b>
Job Summary:</b><br>
Are you passionate about helping individuals experiencing homelessness and behavioral health challenges find stability, support, and hope? Join our compassionate and collaborative team as an <b>Outreach Specialist</b>, where you will play a critical role in connecting vulnerable individuals and families to housing resources, treatment services, and essential community supports. This role offers the opportunity to work directly in the community, build meaningful relationships with those in need, collaborate with healthcare and social service providers, and help individuals move toward long-term recovery and stability.</p><p>
The Outreach Specialist works with programs funded through the PATH Grant and Emergency Room Enhancement (ERE) initiatives to engage individuals who are experiencing homelessness or frequently utilizing emergency medical services due to unmet behavioral health needs. Through outreach, case management, and care coordination, this position assists individuals and families in accessing housing, behavioral health treatment, and community-based resources. Services may be delivered in community settings, homes, hospitals, shelters, or other locations where individuals need support.</p><p></p><div><b>
This position offers&hellip;</b><br>
<ul><li><b>Employee Assistance Program</b> &ndash; 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, &amp; financial consultation for you and your household at no cost</li><li><b>Mileage Reimbursement</b> &ndash; Company paid for work functions requiring travel</li><li><b>Employee Discounts</b> &ndash; Hotels, Theme Parks &amp; Attractions, College Tuition</li><li><b>Workplace Culture</b> - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce</li><li><b>Additional Perks &amp; Benefits</b> - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more</li></ul></div><p></p><div><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b><br>
<ul><li>Conduct community outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness or frequent emergency room utilization due to behavioral health needs</li><li>Build trusting relationships with individuals and families while engaging them in supportive services and treatment opportunities</li><li>Connect clients to housing resources, behavioral health treatment, substance use services, and other essential community supports</li><li>Conduct intake screenings and assessments to determine eligibility for services and appropriate care pathways</li><li>Provide short-term case management and crisis support while assisting individuals in stabilizing and connecting to long-term services</li><li>Assist clients with accessing community resources such as Medicaid, food assistance, emergency shelter, medications, and support groups</li><li>Collaborate with hospitals, community mental health providers, and substance use treatment agencies to coordinate care</li><li>Conduct outreach in community locations including shelters, hospitals, and street outreach environments</li><li>Maintain and manage a caseload of PATH participants and assist with preparation for enrollment in additional community support programs</li><li>Document all services provided and maintain accurate records in accordance with program and regulatory requirements</li><li>Utilize HMIS systems to enroll participants, update referrals, and track program activities</li><li>Participate in team meetings, staff development activities, and ongoing training opportunities</li><li>Respond to crisis situations and assist individuals in accessing immediate support services when necessary</li><li>Build partnerships with community organizations and participate in local meetings addressing homelessness and community support initiatives</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership</li></ul></div><p></p><div><b>
Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:</b><br>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Behavioral Health, or another related human services field from an accredited institution</li><li>Knowledge of behavioral health, mental health conditions, and substance use disorders</li><li>Understanding of case management principles and community-based behavioral health services</li><li>Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, behavioral health challenges, or substance use disorders preferred</li></ul></div><p></p><p><b>
Additional Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Current driver&rsquo;s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required</li><li>Ability to provide community-based outreach services and transport individuals as needed using a personal vehicle</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to engage individuals in crisis and connect them to supportive services</li><li>Ability to build effective working relationships with community partners, healthcare providers, and internal teams</li><li>Ability to multitask, manage a caseload, and respond effectively in crisis situations</li><li>Successful completion of background screening including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Physical Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Perform primarily sedentary work including documentation and computer-based tasks</li><li>Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to approximately 10 pounds</li><li>Perform repetitive hand and finger movements while typing or writing during the work shift</li><li>Sit for extended periods with occasional walking or standing during community outreach activities</li></ul>
<p><b>Position Perks &amp; Benefits:</b></p><p><b>
Paid time off:</b> full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life</p><p><b>
Employee benefits package:</b> full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, &amp; more</p><p><b>
Top-notch training:</b> initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive</p><p><b>
Career mobility:</b> advancement opportunities/promoting from within</p><p><b>
Welcoming, warm, supportive:</b> a work culture &amp; environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness</p>
<p><b>Brightli is on a Mission:</b></p><p>
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.</p><p></p><p>
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.</p><p></p><p>
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.</p><p></p><p>
Places for People is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.</p></div><p></p>

Outreach Specialist

Volunteers of America Mid-States

<div><div><div><b>POSITION TITLE</b>: Louisville Outreach Specialist VOA Recovery</div><br>
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</div><div></div><div><b>LOCATION</b>: Louisville, KY</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>STATUS</b>: Full Time, Salaried, Exempt</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>PROGRAM</b>: Addiction Recovery Services</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>REPORTS TO</b>: Director of Admission and Outreach</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>INTRODUCTION</b>:<br>
Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. We provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education. When Volunteers of America was founded in 1896, &quot;volunteer&quot; referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, we are still staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities. Flexibility, teamwork, and fun are some of the reasons our employees are proud to work at VOA! We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements.</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>BENEFITS</b>:<br>
Volunteers of America Mid-States, offers a rich and robust benefits package the supports a healthy work life balance, which include the following:</div>
<div></div><div><b>Health and Wellness</b><br>
 Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)<br>
 Health and Wellness Program<br>
 Medical Coverage<br>
 Dental Coverage<br>
 Vision Coverage<br>
 Flexible Spending Account<br>
 Health Spending Account<br>
 Short Term Disability<br>
 MetLife Legal Plans</div>
<div></div><div><b>Financial Wellbeing</b><br>
 Competitive Compensation Packages<br>
 Life Insurance (company paid)<br>
 403b retirement plan with company fund matching<br>
 Employee discounts<br>
<ul><li>Loan forgiveness options through federal programs</li></ul>
 (National Health Corp &amp; Public Service Loan Forgiveness)<br>
<ul><li><b>All company paid benefits and paid time off effective day one</b></li></ul></div>
<div></div><div><b>Work Culture</b><br>
 Commitment Committee<br>
 Justice Committee<br>
 Integrity Committee<br>
 Compassion Committee<br>
 Retention Committee<br>
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<b>Training &amp; Development</b><br>
 VOA LEAD Program- Leadership Development Program<br>
 VOA University - Staff Development<br>
 VOA Academy - Clinical Training and Development</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS</b>:
<div><div>The Recovery Outreach Specialist acts as the first point of contact for clients and community partners, ensuring a smooth and supportive admission experience. This position also supports census development by identifying community needs, strengthening referral networks, and promoting program services to key stakeholders.</div>
<div></div>This role is very goal driven with a sales focus with skills such as inspiring trust, building strong relationships, and continuing to consistently following up.</div></div><br>
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<div></div><div><div><b>WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE FOR THIS ROLE</b>:</div>
<div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Communications, Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.</li>
<li>Experience in community outreach, marketing, business development, referral management, or relationship management.</li>
<li>Experience in behavioral health, addiction recovery, or healthcare services.</li>
<li>Strong communication, professionalism and networking skills with the ability to build trust and lasting partnerships.</li>
<li>Experience with computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is required.</li>
</ul></div><ul><li>The candidate must exhibit compassion toward people living with behavioral health and substance use issues, Hepatitis C and HIV/AIDS and the ability to convey respect to target populations and community partners.
</li><li>The candidate must have the background and aptitude to learn and apply Volunteers of America&rsquo;s personnel and program policies and procedures.</li>
<li><div>Driver&rsquo;s license preferred and own vehicle for transportation are requirements of the job.</div>
This position is primarily community-based and involves regular travel to partner organizations, meetings, and community events.</li><br>
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<b>RESPONSIBILITIES</b>:
</div><div><b>Community Outreach &amp; Business Development</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Maintain and persistently develop relationships with community partners including hospitals, courts, probation and parole, legal professionals, social service agencies, and healthcare providers to promote admissions.</li>
<li>Represent VOA professionally at referral generating activities such as outreach visits, presentations, and meetings to educate partners about addiction recovery services. Promote services through networking, community engagement, and marketing initiatives.</li>
<li>Maintain persistent follow-up with community partners to strengthen relationships and generate qualified leads.</li>
</ul></div></div><div><b>Referral Management &amp; Intake Coordination</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Complete referral screenings, verify insurance and schedule admission appointments.</li>
<li>Coordinate services with referral agencies to assist clients who have specific treatment needs not addressed by the VOA Mid-States.</li>
<li>Collaborate with admissions and clinical teams to ensure smooth referral coordination and timely access to services.</li>
</ul><b>Census Development &amp; Program Growth</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Contribute to census development through strategic outreach by monitoring referral trends, assessing community needs and using data.</li>
<li>Work proactively, persistently and effectively with community partners to optimize outreach efforts to ensure admissions.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain strategies to meet short- and long-term program census goals.</li>
</ul><b>We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</b></div></div>

Louisville Outreach Specialist VOA Recovery

Soulidarity Therapy

<p>About the role</p><p>Soulidarity is hiring a Local Outreach Specialist to build real‑life relationships with medical professions, immigration attorneys, community organizations, schools, and other partners so more marginalized clients can access high‑quality, equity‑centered mental health care. This is a relationship‑driven role focused on referrals, trust, and community presence, not sales scripts.</p><p>What you&rsquo;ll do</p><ul><li>Identify and maintain a list of target immigration attorneys, law firms, community orgs, schools, and aligned professionals in our area.</li><li>Reach out to attorneys and partners via email, phone, and in‑person visits to introduce our services and explore collaboration.</li><li>Coordinate and attend meetings, coffee chats, and office visits to deepen relationships and understand partner needs.</li><li>Help schedule and support workshops, trainings, and presentations related to immigration evaluations and mental health for immigrant and marginalized communities.</li><li>Follow up consistently after meetings and events; send resources, thank‑you notes, and next‑step invitations.</li><li>Track all outreach activity, contacts, and referrals in a simple CRM or spreadsheet so nothing falls through the cracks.</li><li>Work closely with the founder and the marketing team so online messaging and local outreach are aligned.</li><li>Represent Soulidarity&rsquo;s mission, values, and commitment to human rights and equity in every interaction.</li></ul><p>What success looks like</p><ul><li>A growing list of active referral partners (especially immigration attorneys) who know, trust, and regularly refer to Soulidarity.</li><li>A steady increase in qualified referrals for immigration evaluations and therapy from local partners.</li><li>A simple, reliable tracking system for outreach, partner status, and referral volume.</li><li>Regular community events, presentations, or collaborations that visibly position Soulidarity as a trusted mental health partner.</li><li>Attorneys and community partners say things like &ldquo;You&rsquo;re our go‑to for mental health evaluations and support.&rdquo;</li></ul><p><b>BONUS:</b></p><p>This role includes a competitive hourly/base rate plus a small performance bonus tied to outreach milestones (new active referral partners, successful events, and tracking quality). Bonuses are evaluated quarterly based on agreed‑upon goals, not per‑client commissions</p><p>You might be a fit if you</p><ul><li>Love building relationships and are comfortable reaching out, following up, and staying in touch.</li><li>Care deeply about immigrants, communities of color, and people who have been historically underserved by mental health systems.</li><li>Are organized and reliable with calendars, notes, and follow‑through.</li><li>Communicate clearly and professionally by email, phone, and in person.</li><li>Feel at home in community spaces, law offices, and professional environments.</li><li>Are comfortable working independently while staying connected to a small, passionate team.</li></ul><p>Preferred experience</p><ul><li>Experience in outreach, community engagement, account management, legal support, case management, or related roles in health, mental health, social services, or community organizations.</li><li>Familiarity with immigration law environments (e.g., working with attorneys, law offices, or legal clinics) is a plus.</li><li>Experience working with immigrant communities, multilingual communities, or other marginalized groups.</li><li>Bilingual or multilingual skills strongly preferred based on the populations we serve.</li></ul><p>Logistics</p><ul><li>Status: Part‑time to start, with potential to grow based on fit and impact.</li><li>Location: Based in/near Orange County or surrounding areas, with ability to meet in person with attorneys and community partners.</li><li>Schedule: Some flexibility, with occasional events or meetings outside standard hours.</li></ul><p>How to apply</p><p>Please send:</p><ul><li>Your resume.</li><li>A short note (5&ndash;10 sentences) on why you are drawn to this role and our mission.</li><li>One brief example of a time you built or nurtured a professional or community relationship that led to a meaningful outcome.</li></ul><p>Pay: $17.50 - $20.00 per hour</p><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Laguna Beach, CA 92651</p>

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Caring Senior Service of West Orange County NJ | Business Development &amp; Outreach Specialist</b></h1>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Drive Growth. Build Partnerships. Make a Difference.</b></h2>
<p>Are you a relationship-driven healthcare sales professional who thrives on building partnerships and exceeding goals?</p>
<p>At <b>Caring Senior Service of West Orange County NJ</b>, we help seniors remain safe, independent, and comfortable at home. As we continue to grow, we're seeking a high-performing<b> Business Development &amp; Outreach Specialist</b> to expand our referral network and strengthen our presence across Georgetown and surrounding areas.</p>
<p>This is more than a sales role &mdash; it's an opportunity to represent a mission-driven organization that truly changes lives.</p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You'll Own &amp; Lead</b></h2>
<p>You will be responsible for driving sustainable referral growth and expanding strategic partnerships throughout the community.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></h3>
<ul><li>Develop and execute a targeted outreach strategy to generate consistent, high-quality referrals</li><li>
Build trusted relationships with hospitals, rehab facilities, physician offices, senior centers, case managers, and community organizations</li><li>
Represent our agency at networking events, health fairs, and industry functions</li><li>
Track outreach activity, referral sources, and performance metrics in CRM</li><li>
Collaborate closely with our care team to ensure a seamless client experience</li><li>
Meet and exceed monthly referral and growth goals</li></ul>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What We're Looking For</b></h2>
<p>We're seeking a motivated professional who understands both <b>relationship-building and performance accountability</b>.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Qualifications:</b></h3>
<ul><li><b>Proven experience in healthcare sales, outreach, business development, or community relations</b></li><li>
Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding sales or referral targets</li><li>
Strong communication, presentation, and follow-up skills</li><li>
Self-starter mindset with high personal accountability</li><li>
Valid Texas driver's license with clean driving record</li><li>
Willingness to travel throughout Georgetown, Killeen, Belton, and Temple</li></ul>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Why Join Caring Senior Service?</b></h2>
<ul><li><b>60,000 salary + bonus/commission</b></li><li>
Ongoing professional development</li><li>
Advancement opportunities within a growing organization</li><li>
Supportive, mission-driven leadership</li><li>
The opportunity to make measurable impact in your community</li></ul>
<p>When you succeed in this role:</p>
<ul><li>Seniors remain safely at home</li><li>
Families gain peace of mind</li><li>
Our agency continues to grow and serve more people</li></ul>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Ready to Grow With Us?</b></h2>
<p>If you're energized by building relationships, driving growth, and representing a company known for compassion and excellence &mdash; we'd love to connect.</p>
<p>Apply today and join us in our mission in helping seniors remain healthy, happy, and at home!</p></div>

Business Development & Outreach Specialist - In-Home Care Agency

CHILDREN'S TRUST

<p><b>POSITION SUMMARY</b></p><p>The Family Resource Specialist plays a key role in promoting the Healthy Families program and connecting families to vital community resources. This position focuses on community outreach, engagement, and recruitment of eligible families, while also supporting the Family Support Specialists and program operations.</p><p>The Family Resource Specialist will build and maintain relationships with referral sources, community partners, and local agencies to strengthen the program&rsquo;s presence and ensure families receive comprehensive support.</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><p>The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:</p><ul><li>Conduct ongoing outreach in the community to promote Healthy Families services and recruit new participants.</li><li>Establish and maintain partnerships with hospitals, health departments, schools, social service agencies, and community organizations.</li><li>Represent Healthy Families at community events, fairs, and resource meetings to increase program visibility.</li><li>Distribute educational and promotional materials in high-traffic community locations and through digital platforms.</li><li>Coordinate community presentations and information sessions to raise awareness about family support and child abuse prevention.</li><li>Receive referrals from hospitals, community partners, and self-referrals; complete eligibility screenings for new families.</li><li>Conduct initial home visits and assessments as needed to connect families to appropriate services.</li><li>Ensure smooth transitions of families to Family Support Specialists for ongoing home visitation.</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the program database.</li><li>Assist with data entry, report preparation, and maintenance of outreach and referral logs.</li><li>Support the coordination of community baby showers, resource fairs, and other special events.</li><li>Collaborate with team members to identify gaps in services and develop outreach strategies to address community needs.</li><li>Familiarize oneself with the dynamics of child abuse and neglect. Immediately within the same working day, bring concerns related to potential child abuse and neglect to the Program Supervisor as required by the role of a mandated reporter.</li><li>Meets with Program Supervisor weekly for 1.5 - 2 hours to review family status. Develop skills in sharing interactions, perceptions and needs with Program Supervisor.</li><li>Documents plans made in conjunction with Program Supervisor. Develops strategies to follow through with those plans with active guidance from Program Supervisor.</li><li>Participates in weekly staff meetings and regular trainings, case conferences, in-service training and other meetings as required and in a professional manner.</li><li>Meet all training requirements (as listed in the PIMS Database system).</li><li>Record pertinent information related to family observations, actions, and health behaviors. Documentactivities and interventions in a complete and concise manner no later than 48 hours after home visit and 24 hours after assessment.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li><li>Collect and maintain data for evaluation purposes.</li><li>Develop referral relationships with community service providers to collect and maintain data on available services, application processes, and timeframes for frequently used referral agencies.</li></ul><p><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)</b></p><ul><li>&bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Nursing, Social Work, or Child-Related Field Preferred.</li><li>&bull; Must be computer literate.</li><li>&bull; Strong interpersonal skills/ability to relate to people with respect for their individuality in a non-judgmental manner, and maintain confidentiality in daily operations.</li><li>&bull; Ability to work effectively with multi-disciplinary community professionals.</li><li>&bull; Knowledge of early child development.</li><li>&bull; Public relation skills and ability to speak to both large and small groups.</li><li>&bull; Task-oriented; behavior supports beginning and completing a project/task within a specific time frame.</li><li>&bull; Experience in working with culturally diverse communities and families with the ability to be culturally</li><li>sensitive and appropriate.</li><li>&bull; Experience in conducting group educational or support sessions.</li><li>&bull; Demonstrates excellent writing and organizational skills.</li><li>&bull; Ability to use word processing software to create professional reports.</li><li>&bull; Ability to establish and maintain personal/programmatic boundaries, while providing supportive services.</li><li>&bull; Highly organized, detailed-oriented and able to work in a fast pace environment.</li><li>&bull; Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English may be required.</li><li>&bull; Experience in working with or providing services to children and families</li><li>&bull; An ability to establish trusting relationships</li><li>&bull; Acceptance of individual differences</li><li>&bull; Experience and willingness to work with the culturally diverse populations present among the site&rsquo;s target population</li><li>&bull; Knowledge of infant and child development</li><li>&bull; Open to reflective practice (i.e. has capacity for introspection, communicates awareness of self in relation to others, recognizes value of supervision, etc.)</li><li>&bull; Infant mental health endorsement preferred (if available in the state)</li></ul><p><b>Formal Training and/or Work Experience</b></p><ul><li>Motivation to learn to conduct family assessments using strength based approach.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working with young children and their parents.</li></ul><ul><li>Motivation to learn community resources.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working with overburdened families.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience conducting meetings and public speaking.</li></ul><p><b>PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></p><p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.</p><p>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the function.</p><ul><li>Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.</li></ul><ul><li>Frequently required to sit; occasionally required to stand and walk.</li></ul><ul><li>Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.</li></ul><ul><li>Frequently required to talk or hear.</li></ul><ul><li>Occasionally required to bend, twist, or climb.</li></ul><ul><li>Moderate concentration/intensity, which includes prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for breaks.</li></ul><ul><li>Average memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information.</li></ul><ul><li>Moderate level of complexity for decision making. Average time pressure of decision making.</li></ul><ul><li>The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact, as generally defined as the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Work is performed in the home and in the office.</li></ul><ul><li>Home visits may expose the incumbent to unsanitary conditions.</li></ul><ul><li>Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office-related equipment, such as, but not limited to, a personal computer, copier, and fax machine.</li></ul><p>Some walking, moving, carrying, climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and handling, sitting, standing, pushing and pulling.</p><ul><li>Ability to lift 30 pounds.</li></ul><ul><li>Primarily field-based with travel to community locations and family homes.</li></ul><ul><li>Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for outreach events.</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to operate a motor vehicle and willing to use personal vehicle for work-related, reimbursable travel. Must possess a valid Virginia Driver&rsquo;s License.</li></ul><p><b>NOTE</b></p><p>This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an &ldquo;at will&rdquo; relationship.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $42,500.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>403(b)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Mileage reimbursement</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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