JOB TITLE: Community Education and Outreach Coordinator STATUS:  Full Time-Onsite

DEPARTMENT: Community Outreach Services HOURS/WEEK: 40 

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Sr. Director of Community Engagement and Education FLSA STATUS:  Exempt

DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: Community Educators (Facilators/Volunteers) 

LOCATION: Garfield Park and Lincoln Park, and surrounding areas

Vision

Ending the cycle of poverty

Mission

Marillac St. Vincent Family Services strengthens, empowers, and gives voice to those in need – in the Vincentian spirit of service – through education and comprehensive programs to build vibrant communities in Chicago.

Core Values

Our employees commit themselves as individuals to live out the core values of integrity, excellence, creativity, advocacy, respect, and empowerment in our daily work, as we serve the needs of others.

Integrity - Acting with transparency, humility, and honesty

Excellence - Providing quality care with compassion

Creativity - Being continuously resourceful and inventive

Advocacy - Supporting the cause of those who lack resourcesfor a reasonable quality of life

Respect - Recognizing our own value andupholding the dignity and value of all people

Empowerment - Providing skills and resources to achieve full human development

Team Behaviors

1. Versatility – Understanding and appreciating different and opposing perspectives on an issue; adapting one's approach as the requirements of the situation change; an eagerness for positive action; self-control; active listening.
2. A collaborative work model – Cooperatively working and sharing responsibility; contributing to the group effort; realizing a sense of commitment and ownership in the success of the organization's goals. 
3. Mutual accountability – Holds others accountable for their roles; provides and receives feedback and takes constructive action.
4. Client/customer advocate – Identifies opportunities to improve quality of services; presents one's self professionally.
5. Protects confidentiality & privacy – Respects and protects information about all staff and clients.

General Summary

Working closely with Community Outreach staff and MSV's programs, the Community Education and Outreach Coordinator is responsible for providing educational and training workshops and events on a variety of topics, including but not limited to; Financial and Digital Literacy, Disease Prevention, Conflict Resolution, Communication, Nutrition Education and Job Readiness, through a trauma-informed care lens and a pathway to economic growth and stability. The CEOC will establish partnerships, maintain relationships with schools, organizations, community stakeholders, parent groups, and participate in community fairs and other events throughout Cook County. This position will require flexible work hours that may include some evenings and Saturdays. 

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and facilitate various community educational programs for adults, families, and seniors. 
2. Maintain relationships with schools, community organizations, and stakeholders to support education curriculums.
3. Maintain a calendar of outreach activities, including community events, workshops, appearances, and other communication opportunities.
4. Develop/Create curriculums that best fit assigned focus areas. Consistently evaluate community needs
5. Regularly travel and work independently in the field
6. Prepare and maintain accurate records of all training and evaluative responses, and create

monthly reports

1. Stay current on new research and community issues related to community empowerment, wellness, education, and job readiness

1. Develop training for new and ongoing volunteers, AmeriCorps members, and interns covering relevant topics. 
2. Develop and maintain relationships with workforce development, and similar organizations that provide student interns.
3. In conjunction with the Sr. Director of Community Engagement and Education and staff, enhance existing and develop new community partnerships to increase community education and other resources for clients. 
4. Evaluate and improve Curriculum efficiency and effectiveness through developing, implementing, and analyzing benchmarks of program success and outcome measures; and identifying and implementing operational improvements that benefit our servicing communities.
5. Maintain complete and accurate digital/paper client and partner files by timely documentation of all data system(s) information: complete monthly, quarterly, and annual statistics and program reports, including outcome stories. 
6. Conduct community presentations and workshops to educate the public on various health topics
7. Initiate invoice processing as needed. 
8. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
9. Act with integrity and aspire to model our Core Values in delivering all services.

Job Requirements

Experience/Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university with a focus in education, social services,

public health, communication, and 2 years of related experience.

Bilingual a plus but not required

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Qualifications

You value differences, recognizing that different perspectives and cultural diversity make the world a better place to be. ● You uphold the highest ethical standards and respect for confidentiality. ● You communicate effectively, problem-solve, and work well with people from diverse backgrounds. ● You know how to secure and deploy resources both effectively and efficiently. ● You build strong relationships, and you deliver effective client education. ● You have strong writing skills and maintain quality documentation free of grammatical and spelling errors. ● You display professionalism with clients and co-workers. ● You care for yourself by knowing your personal limitations, communicating your needs to others, and asking for help when needed. ● You can handle multiple tasks simultaneously and have excellent organizational skills. ● You can identify and respond to shifting priorities. ● You are committed to learning and growing both professionally and personally. 

Language

Ability to read and speak English proficiently. Bilingual in Spanish or Chinese is a plus