What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Outreach Specialist position at Akua Mind Body?
Description
Position: Community Outreach Specialist (Alumni & Recovery)
Base Salary: $70,304 per year
Performance Bonus: Up to $54,000 per year
The Community Outreach Specialist plays a critical role in supporting long-term recovery by building
and maintaining a strong alumni community. This position focuses on aftercare integration, ongoing
engagement, event programming, and early intervention to help individuals successfully reintegrate and
sustain recovery.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
You are a lifeline to alumni—creating connection, accountability, and support beyond treatment. This
role directly impacts long-term recovery outcomes and community belonging.
Position: Community Outreach Specialist (Alumni & Recovery)
Base Salary: $70,304 per year
Performance Bonus: Up to $54,000 per year
The Community Outreach Specialist plays a critical role in supporting long-term recovery by building
and maintaining a strong alumni community. This position focuses on aftercare integration, ongoing
engagement, event programming, and early intervention to help individuals successfully reintegrate and
sustain recovery.
Key Responsibilities
- Meet with clients prior to discharge to integrate them into aftercare and alumni programming
- Follow up with all discharging clients within 24 hours regardless of discharge type
- Drive alumni engagement through consistent outreach, check-ins, and digital communication
- Build and strengthen alumni relationships through mentorship, peer support, and networking
- Provide 1:1 support for real-life needs including housing, employment, and life skills
- Lead weekly alumni groups, workshops, and community meetings (in-person virtual)
- Plan and execute social events, outings, and alumni dinners to foster connection
- Identify at-risk alumni and coordinate re-admission with clinical and admissions teams
- Serve as a reliable support system during times of crisis or need
- Track attendance, manage event logistics, and document all outreach and interactions
Qualifications
- 1–2 years in behavioral health, recovery support, outreach, or alumni relations
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and events
- Comfortable using apps, texting platforms, and virtual tools
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally
- Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
- Commitment to confidentiality, ethics, and professional boundaries
- 3 years free from substance misuse
You are a lifeline to alumni—creating connection, accountability, and support beyond treatment. This
role directly impacts long-term recovery outcomes and community belonging.
Salary : $54,000 - $70,304