Salary : $44,170.00 - $45,495.00 AnnuallyLocation : San Marcos, TXJob Type: Full-Time RegularJob Number: 202200858Department: Health DepartmentOpening Date: 12/09/2024DescriptionEssential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, include the responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics listed below. This list of responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Summary Under general direction of the Health Department Manager the Community Outreach Specialist assists in the development and implementation of the Hays County Health Department Community Outreach Program. The Community Outreach Specialist will promote, coordinate, and analyze group and community public health interventions in order to increase access of equitable health care to vulnerable communities in Hays County. ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities
- Under the direction of the Health Department Manager, will assist in the creation and execution of an overall plan for community outreach and engagement, including raising awareness about the organization, and the development of engagement and partnership pathways for individuals and organizations that align with our mission and vision.
- Regularly analyze the community to identify opportunities to grow the Outreach Program.
- Represents Hays County in community initiatives and at events that support our goals and strategies.
- Assists in the creation and distribution of program marketing materials including flyers, fact sheets, program information, reports, and a programmatic newsletter to target the intended audience.
- Participates in outreach in the community including, but not limited to, going door to door in neighborhoods, businesses, churches, etc.
- Ensures that vulnerable community members have an improved access to health care services and increased access to health screening opportunities.
- Works with the Health Department Manager to ensure an increase in understanding among county citizens regarding available health and social service programs.
- Supports and encourages community health activities that enhance the visibility of the Hays County Health Department.
- Assists in planning and attends community outreach events that focus on the low income, underinsured, and marginalized residents of Hays County.
- Leads educational meetings and attends community events.
- Participates in networking and collaborating with local organizations and community leaders.
- Works to foster positive and collaborative relationships with community residents, local nonprofit organizations, businesses, and student organizations.
- Works directly with the Health Department Manager in goal setting, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and/or ExperienceEducation and/or ExperienceAny equivalent combination of experience and training may be substituted on a year for year basis
- Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
- One-year public relations or outreach experience preferred.
- Must complete any additional training within 30 days of notice.
Other Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Other Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations•Valid Texas Class C Driver's LicenseWe offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.Part-time employees who work less than 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.To learn more details, visit our