Cleveland, Ohio, United States · On-site
$45k–$55k/yr
Job DetailsJob Location: May Dugan - Cleveland, OH 44113Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 SalaryPosition Overview: Describes the overall purpose of the position or why the position exists The …
Skills: Community Organizing, Partnership Development, Public Health Education, Interpersonal Communication, Presentation Skills
Cleveland, Ohio, United States • On-site
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The coordinator develops collaborative partnerships with community-based organizations to implement health and wellness initiatives. They serve as an ambassador to increase organizational visibility and help patients access essential social and health services.
A bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of experience in community organizing or social services are required. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and established connections within underserved communities.
Job DetailsJob Location: May Dugan - Cleveland, OH 44113Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 SalaryPosition Overview: Describes the overall purpose of the position or why the position exists
The Community Engagement Coordinator works closely with the Community Engagement Manager to advance internal and external community engagement and outreach efforts. The Community Engagement Coordinator facilitates community building, strengthens relationships, and supports the organizational goal of meeting community need to improve overall health. The Community Engagement Coordinator administers effective outreach programs, activities, and events to increase NFP’s visibility in the community, serves as an ambassador at various boards, coalitions, and initiatives to support NFP’s mission and goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following description is a general representation of the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
Identify, develop, and maintain collaborative partnerships with community-based organizations. Partner with community-based organizations to develop and implement effective health and wellness initiatives and educational programing to improve community health status (e.g. chronic disease, infant mortality, behavioral health) and acquire new patients.
Act as point of contact for community organizations and stakeholders and provide information on community engagement and public health education efforts and initiatives.
Assist patients and staff in identifying appropriate community resources to improve access to care, coverage, health, and social services. Provide feedback to NFP leadership on community barriers and identify and recommend solutions, opportunities, or partnerships.
Prepare and present culturally appropriate educational materials, programming, and presentations for internal and external groups related to community events and initiatives.
Advocate for policy initiatives that affect the overall health and wellbeing of patients and the community.
Other duties as assignedQualificationsQualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education an individual must possess to be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.
Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, urban studies, human services, non-profit administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience in relevant role strongly preferred.
2+ years in community organizing, neighborhood development, social services, or similar work experience required. Healthcare experience preferred.
Established leadership and connections within underserved communities in area served.
Highly dependable and reliable with desire to deliver high quality work.
Passionate for creating social change and working with people from diverse cultural or ethnic backgrounds.
Able to develop, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients, and the general public.
Strong organizational skills. Able to multitask and meet deadlines while working independently.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
Ability to speak a second language strongly preferred
Essential Physical Demands and Working Environment:
Flexible work environment and schedule, including evening and weekend hours. Local travel to community partners and occasional out-of-town travel required.
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable personal transportation required.
Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, including through the use of electronic communication devices.
Able to sit, stand, bend, stoop, and walk for extended periods of time.
Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
The physical demands and work environment described above represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
REPORTS TO AND EVALUATED BY: Manager of Community Engagement
Our Mission: Empowering everyone on their path to better health.
Neighborhood Family Practice was founded in 1980 in response to a concern that residents of Cleveland’s near west side lacked access to primary health care. A Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), NFP focuses on providing high quality primary care in a medical home setting. As a health care provider, our seven convenient locations offer same day appointments. The NFP service area spans twelve neighborhoods across Cleveland and Lakewood and is comprised of a very diverse mix of residents. NFP accepts Medicaid, Medicare, most commercial insurance plans and offers a financial assistance program (sliding fee scale) for the uninsured. Neighborhood Family Practice is a grantee of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and each of its locations are covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
Offices: 3569 Ridge Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44102, US · 2358 Professor Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44113, US · 14625 Puritas Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44135, US · 11709 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44111, US · 11906 Madison Ave, Lakewood, Ohio 44107, US
Our Mission: Empowering everyone on their path to better health.
Neighborhood Family Practice was founded in 1980 in response to a concern that residents of Cleveland’s near west side lacked access to primary health care. A Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), NFP focuses on providing high quality primary care in a medical home setting. As a health care provider, our seven convenient locations offer same day appointments. The NFP service area spans twelve neighborhoods across Cleveland and Lakewood and is comprised of a very diverse mix of residents. NFP accepts Medicaid, Medicare, most commercial insurance plans and offers a financial assistance program (sliding fee scale) for the uninsured. Neighborhood Family Practice is a grantee of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and each of its locations are covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
Offices: 3569 Ridge Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44102, US · 2358 Professor Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44113, US · 14625 Puritas Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44135, US · 11709 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44111, US · 11906 Madison Ave, Lakewood, Ohio 44107, US
