Position Purpose
The Community Engagement Outreach Coordinator is responsible for fostering positive relationships between our healthcare system and the community. This role involves planning and executing community outreach programs, managing public relations activities, and collaborating with various stakeholders to promote our clinical services. Works closely with our Strategy team and Physician Liaisons to ensure our community engagement efforts align with our overall strategic goals. Key responsibilities include organizing events, developing outreach materials, and representing the organization at community meetings and events. Also responsible for tracking and reporting on the effectiveness of community engagement initiatives, as well as identifying opportunities for improvement.
What you will do
Develop and implement community outreach programs
Organize and coordinate community events and activities
Build and maintain relationships with community leaders and organizations
Collaborate with internal teams to align community engagement efforts with organizational goals
Track and report on the effectiveness of community engagement initiatives
Respond to community inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner
Develop and maintain partnerships with local businesses and organizations
Work with Marketing and Communications teams to ensure consistent messaging
Prepare and deliver presentations to community groups and stakeholders
Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans for community engagement
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree in communications, public relations, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years of experience in community relations or a similar role including responsibility for developing and implementing outreach programs
Knowledge of local community dynamics and issues and familiarity with nonprofit organizations and community-based initiatives is preferred
Valid driver’s license
Position Highlights and Benefits
Full time 40hr salaried
Excellent benefits starting day one
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.