Community Outreach Specialist

Marketing a Community Outreach

Salary Range:

• $17.36/hr. - $20.85

North Range Behavioral Health believes no one should fight behavioral health challenges alone. Our experienced, well-trained team offers comprehensive services to help treat the “whole” person. No other behavioral health organization offers more programs and solutions for children, adults, and families. We collaborate closely with other community resources so our customers can experience seamless and compassionate care.
North Range Behavioral Health provides compassionate, comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder services to children youth, adults, and families across a wide spectrum of needs. We serve people with insurance, Health First Colorado (Medicaid), Medicare, CHP , those without insurance, and those who prefer to pay out-of-pocket. Our prevention and education programs help support thriving, healthy families, and communities. We integrate clinical expertise, research, and the values and culture of our customers in our treatment and care. Our approaches are trauma-informed and based on customer strengths and goals and on proven evidence-based strategies.
North Range Behavioral Health provides a culture of continuous learning and development. We know that change is inevitable, creativity is vital, and success comes from adjusting sails together, with a hopeful and resilient heart.

Vision

Where Hope Begins and Change Is Possible

Mission

North Range Behavioral Health provides compassionate, comprehensive care for people who face mental health and addiction challenges.

Values

Customer First: We help our customers achieve recovery, every day.

Compassion: We treat everyone with kindness, empathy, and dignity.

Collaboration: We build strong relationships, internally and externally, to ensure effective care for our customers.

Position Summary:

The Marketing and Community Outreach team at North Range Behavioral Health plays a vital role in maintaining an active and positive organizational brand presence in the Weld County communities. By encouraging open dialogue about mental health and promoting the strength and breadth of the program to new and existing customers and agencies, we build trust with communities to help break the stigma of accessing care for behavioral health needs.

As the Community Outreach Specialist, you will join a team of compassionate members who help build and increase awareness about mental health and our support network. With a commitment to our core values of Customer First, Compassion, and Collaboration, you will work to improve learning and education around the topic of behavioral health, strengthen relationships between North Range and the communities it serves, and expand the awareness of the North Range Behavioral Health brand.

Duties Performed:

• Embrace the North Range Behavioral Health Mission Statement - Provide compassionate, comprehensive care for people who face mental health and addiction challenges.
• Assist with maintaining collaborative and effective relationships with community partners that help educate the public about the importance of behavioral health and enhance the reputation of the agency.
• Assist with identifying community needs and outreach opportunities by attending education, coalition, and/or advisory council events and outreach opportunities.
• Assist with planning, organizing, and delivering outreach activities, community education, and campaigns that increase the understanding of behavioral health issues and treatment support mental wellness, and incorporate evidence-based programs and prevention advocacy models when appropriate.
• Maintain effective working relationships with other community-based groups in Weld County and participate in cross-agency activities, as assigned.
• Assist in recruiting and marketing community and education activities through networking with other coalitions and agencies, advisory council/coalition members, and other participants.
This position does involve frequent travel to offsite locations. Program activities may require weekend and evening hours.

Education/Credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets North Range Behavioral Health insurability requirements.
• Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish) desired


Experience:

• 1 year of relevant and related experience that can include:
• Experience with community outreach, advocacy, public speaking, and/or teaching.
• Experience with public health and/or parent and family education in the home, community, and other settings.
• Personal experience by having been impacted by suicide, mental health, substance use, child and family issues, or other experience related to the position’s assigned program.


Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Annual Flu Vaccination
• Annual TB Testing

Perks and Benefits

North Range Behavioral Health is among the largest employers in Weld County. Our team members are supported and encouraged, and we strongly believe in the importance of flexibility and work-life harmony. Our employees are provided with a culture of continuous learning and development, and thoughtful supervision in professional development. We thrive on hearing from our employees and fostering a transparent culture that builds trust and loyalty.

North Range Offers an exciting range of benefits based on working 20/hours. or more per week.


Generous PTO and Leave Times:

• Paid Time Off
• 11 Observed Holidays
• Flexibility and Work-Life Harmony


Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability (STD)
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Employee Assistance Programs


Financial Benefits:

• 403 (b) Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution
• Travel Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness Programs*
• Employee Referral Bonus Program (paid out in PTO or Money)


Professional Development:

• Professional Development Tuition Assistance Program*
• Individual Training Reimbursement*
• Agency Wide Training
• Internship, Practicum, Licensure, and Certification Supervision
• Authenticity and Transparent Leadership


Get Involved:

• WRIC Committee (Wellness, Retention, Incentive)
• Culture Cabinet
• Employee Recognition Program
• May not apply to all positions

Seat Number: 13281

North Range Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce to enhance our culture and values of compassion, collaboration, and customer first. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities.