Community Engagement Specialist - CFRC

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Position: Community Engagement Specialist - CFRC
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $80,000/annually
Life Span Range: $80,000/annually - $90,520/annually
Work Location: Los Angeles (Magnolia Place)

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Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K.
• Generous PTO, holidays, and wellness days for work-life balance.
• Growth-focused culture with Elevate University.
• Competitive employee referral program.
• Recognized as "DEI Non-Profit of the Year" by the LA Business Journal.
• Bi-weekly and semi-annual monetary bonuses for Behavioral Health Service Providers that meet specific qualifying criteria. (Clinical Roles Only)

Learn more about the Job:

The Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for developing and maintaining strong connections between the Community Family Resource Center and the local community. This role focuses on outreach, relationship-building, and promoting center programs and services to ensure they are accessible and responsive to community needs. The specialist works closely with families, partner organizations, and other stakeholders to foster inclusive, supportive, and collaborative environments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement (in partnership with LACDMH) community engagement strategies, support the building and strengthening relationships between families and the community, and remove barriers to accessing services.
• Oversee community organizing, volunteer recruitment and training, problem-solving, developing and implementing an outreach plan.
• Attend all required meetings and training
• Has overall responsibility for contractually required documentation and data entry.
• Maintains positive external contacts related to the program, including reporting to funding sources, community resources, collaborative partners, etc.
• Keeps immediate supervisor and senior management informed regarding the progress of the program.

General

• Conduct outreach and engagement activities to raise awareness of center services and programs.
• Build and maintain relationships with families, community partners, and local organizations.
• Plan and support community events, workshops, and meetings.
• Gather and assess community feedback to inform programming and service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach efforts, participation data, and community needs.
• Represent the center at community meetings, fairs, and partner events.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field, or combination of education and experience. Must reside in Supervisorial District 2.
• English and Spanish required.
• Experience in community engagement, social services, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations in a culturally responsive manner.
• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed for community events.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION (DEI)

Diversity is a core value at All For Kids and in the Behavioral Health program. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all staff, and people leaders. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. We value inclusivity and support our employees' diverse needs.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or sit; walk; use hands and talk or hear. Fine motor skills such as typing, and the use of a computer mouse is required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. If you are unable to perform any of the above abilities and require special accommodations to do so, please advise your recruiter. We're dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone can excel.