The Outreach and Engagement Coordinator (Part-Time) serves as frontline FASD staff in the East Coast region, a new and developing region where the organization is establishing its first clinical team. The Coordinator builds relationships with community partners from the ground up so that, as the region's first FASD supports take shape, people are referred and guided correctly into them. The Coordinator identifies key parties, interagency meetings, and conferences; builds relationships with regional partners and legislators; and collaborates closely with the Outreach and Engagement Lead and the Statewide Director of FASD Services to lay the groundwork for FASD services in the region.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

¨ Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field (Master's preferred) ¨ Minimum of 2 years of experience in community outreach, public health, human services, or program coordination ¨ Familiarity with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), or willingness to build subject-matter expertise ¨ Background or interest in public health, community health outreach, or health education is valued ¨ Experience coordinating across departments and with external partners/coalitions ¨ Comfortable with public speaking and presenting at conferences ¨ Strong writing skills and comfort producing content for newsletters and social media; working knowledge of email marketing and social media platforms (e.g., Constant Contact, Facebook, Instagram) in conjunction with the agency's marketing department

PRINCIPLE DUTIES

¨ Work with the Outreach and Engagement Lead and the Statewide Director of FASD Services to identify potential partners ¨ Serve as the community's trusted connection point for FASD referrals, ensuring people are guided personally into the right program or support ¨ Make initial contact with potential regional partners; once a partner agrees to participate, provide a warm hand-off to the Outreach and Engagement Lead and/or Statewide Director of FASD Services, remaining involved in follow-up as needed ¨ Identify and/or attend interagency meetings and conferences in the East Coast area ¨ Identify underserved or disengaged populations and explore new and creative ways to build FASD awareness in the region from the ground up ¨ Build a referral list for the East Coast region to support family referrals and service integration ¨ Build relationships with regional partners, providers, and agencies ¨ Meet with legislators in the region, with the Outreach and Engagement Lead's assistance ¨ Help get the word out about FASD trainings, resources, and services in the region, in coordination with the Outreach and Engagement Lead ¨ Contribute content to newsletters and social media posts (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) to promote program initiatives and goals in the region in conjunction with the agency's marketing department ¨ Track and report regional outreach metrics (e.g., social media reach, referral list growth, event/meeting participation) ¨ Determine placement of rack cards and other outreach materials in the region (e.g., health departments) and follow up with locations to maintain stock

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS/PERSONAL QUALITIES

¨ Understanding of and support for the mission of The Florida Center for Early Childhood and its programs ¨ Excellent oral and written communication skills ¨ Uses consistent, non-stigmatizing, person-first language when representing the program publicly (in print, online, and in person) ¨ Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, plus social media and email marketing platforms (Canva, Constant Contact) ¨ Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills ¨ Ability to work independently as well as across teams ¨ Skilled in problem-solving, decision-making, and time management ¨ Ability to handle multiple projects with fast-approaching deadlines ¨ Ability to maintain client confidentiality according to established policies and applicable statutes ¨ Professional appearance and behavior, including punctuality ¨ Compliance with agency/state/legal mandates for reporting suspected abuse/maltreatment/neglect ¨ Valid Florida Driver's License and reliable transportation with appropriate insurance coverage ¨ Ability to adhere to drug-free workplace policy

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Office environment, automobile, community.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires individual to perform a broad range of activities. Requires full range of motion, including manual and finger dexterity and hand and eye coordination. Requires corrected vision, speech, and hearing to normal range, or special accommodations made of sufficient nature for completion of assigned tasks. Ability to lift 30 pounds. Occasionally requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires seated work at desk, including use of a computer. Ability to drive. This position may require training. Much of the work can be performed remotely; however, regular travel throughout the East Coast region is required, including an annual trip to Sarasota.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $22.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 20.0 per week

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Fort Lauderdale, FL 33338