Outreach Coordinator in Trenton, New Jersey at Prevention Links Inc

The Outreach Coordinator (OC) is responsible for the recruitment, training, and oversight of volunteers for the Community Peer Recovery Center (CPRC). The OC conducts rigorous outreach to community partners, establishes new partnerships, and attends community events to increase awareness of CPRC services within the broader community. This role plays a critical part in expanding the reach of the CPRC and ensuring that community members are informed about the resources and support available to them. Duties include the following:

• Coordinate with community partners to strengthen collaboration and expand CPRC services.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive outreach strategy to engage the broader community.
• Document outreach efforts, including interactions with community partners and attendance at events.
• Ensure effective recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers.
• Oversee volunteer scheduling and deployment for various CPRC programs and events.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach and volunteer recruitment strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of volunteer participation and community engagement activities.
• Represent the CPRC at community events, meetings, and forums to increase visibility and promote services.
• Work closely with the CPRC team to align outreach efforts with program goals and objectives.
• Provide regular reports on outreach activities and volunteer engagement to the Senior Peer Services Coordinator (SPSC).
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with all program policies and procedures.

Qualifications for position:

• Experience in outreach, volunteer management, or community organizing.
• Strong communication and networking skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with community partners.
• Experience in training and supervising volunteers.
• Degree in social work, human services, or a related field preferred but not required.

Supervisory relationships: Reports directly to Senior Peer Service Coordinator Skills, knowledge, Personal Qualities required: Must possess the skills, knowledge, and personal qualities required to fulfill the responsibilities listed above. Bilingual preferred. Strong writing and computer skills required. Strong organization and communication skills. Ability to effectively engage with diverse community groups and partners. Knowledge of local community resources.

Amount of travel and any other special conditions or requirements: Must possess a valid driver’s license and method of transportation. Includes regular weekend and evening availability.

Full-time non-Exempt 35 hour per week