Community Outreach Coordinator bei University of Maryland School of Medicine

The University of Maryland School of Medicine has two (2) exciting opportunities for a Community Outreach Coordinators to join the Department of Pediatrics. The selected candidates will coordinate the day to day activities of the Division of Community Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine's community outreach services designed to build awareness, interest, and participation. The Community Outreach Coordinators supervise the Community Outreach Workers. These are full-time, contractual positions.

Benefits Information
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). 

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland.  All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties

• Monitors the recruitment of a client base within the community and oversees efforts geared to improve client retention.
   
• Manages a caseload of clients in need of special assistance.
   
• Designs data collection forms such as questionnaires and checklists. Ensures that proper procedures for collecting and recording data are met.
   
• Participates in the development of informational and/or educational materials and literature.
   
• Plans, organizes, and implements community special events such as health fairs and workshops.
   
• Assists with various administrative functions such as the development of policies and procedures; program evaluation; budget administration; purchasing; and space planning.
   
• Supervises the activities of outreach workers. Determines work priorities; assigns and reviews work including written reports and recommendations; provides guidance and training; and evaluates performance.
   
• Performs all of the duties of a Community Outreach Worker II as needed.
   

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

Education: High-school diploma or GED.
Experience: Four (4) years in community outreach, health care, research, and/or social services, two years of which involved lead worker responsibility providing guidance and training over other staff.
Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
General knowledge of community and/or social service resources and programs. Skill in conducting interviews and assessing client needs. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to operate computers and other office equipment. Ability to write report and maintain records. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions. Ability to perform extensive standing and walking. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact. Ability to interact with the public, health care providers, community organizations, and social service agencies. Ability to maintain poise and courtesy under pressure. Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate personnel.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are not eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).

Hiring Range: $48,000 - $52,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

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