Communications and Outreach Advocate

Description

ABOUT US: Health Imperatives (HI) is a multi-service organization dedicated to reducing health and wealth disparities while advancing meaningful opportunities and economic security for people south of Boston. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of low-income or vulnerable families and individuals in Southeastern Massachusetts. The communities we serve, including Brockton, New Bedford, Plymouth, the South Shore, South Coast, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket, have some of the highest poverty rates and largest wealth gaps in Massachusetts. For nearly 50 years, we have addressed the complex needs of people who are disadvantaged by poverty and discrimination and have fallen through the cracks of mainstream systems of care. HI is a safe and welcoming place for people from every race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, and faith. We are dedicated to promoting and achieving diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to elevating the voices of the people we serve and those we employ to provide the highest quality care and to develop the most creative solutions to the challenges we face. We are committed to eliminating disparities and increasing access to meaningful opportunities for all, particularly those disproportionately impacted by systemic racism. We partner with our clients and other community-based organizations and stakeholders to provide coordinated, effective care and support. We serve a diverse mix of racial, ethnic, and cultural groups, including youth, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants, people with limited English proficiency, survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, commercial sexual exploitation, people with substance use disorders, and youth and adults who are or have been incarcerated. We provide a wide array of trauma-informed health care, emergency services, and support.

POSITION: Communications and Outreach Advocate

HOURS: Full time (35 hours/week) some evenings and weekends required

PROGRAM: A New Day

SALARY: $27.10/hr

LOCATION: Brockton

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, holiday, paid earned leave, 403b, etc.

DUTIES: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Clinical and Emergency Services, the Outreach and Communications Advocate’s primary responsibility will be to develop and expand community partnerships that elevate program goals and client resources across A New Day’s catchment area. They will also provide advocacy and case management to families and/or individuals as needed based on program capacity.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Program and Community Engagement

• Develop and maintain partnerships with internal and external service providers to ensure clients have access to comprehensive, coordinated services.
• Represent the program at community events, meetings, and collaborations to strengthen partnerships and increase client access to resources.
• Facilitate community trainings, prevention initiatives, and awareness events as needed.
• Expand volunteer engagement through the development of volunteer recruitment, training, and appreciation activities.

Outreach and Communications

• Support the A New Day team in creating outreach materials, including flyers, group content, and program event materials.
• Develop and manage social media content to promote A New Day programs and increase community visibility.

Client Services (as needed based on program capacity)

• Provide individual crisis support, intervention, and advocacy to survivors of sexual violence.
• Conduct assessments to identify client needs and barriers, including financial, legal, mental health, substance use, employment, health care, and housing.
• Connect clients with resources and services to address identified barriers (e.g., transportation, CORI mitigation, credit repair, financial assistance).
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date client files, statistical data, and monthly reports.

Administrative and Program Support

• Accurately document and track meetings, interactions, and client information in the EmpowerDB database.
• Provide hotline and medical advocacy coverage as needed.
• Participate in individual supervision with the Director of Clinical and Emergency Services.
• Attend all required trainings and professional development activities.
• Adhere to all agency policies, procedures, and program guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical and Emergency Services.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of 1 year experience working within the field of interpersonal violence; a bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, gender studies, or similar field. Commensurate years of experience in the field permissible substitute for education. Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation/training skills; ability to assimilate information and communicate with various populations; Creativity and flexibility in handling evolving projects and managing multiple priorities. Commitment to a social justice perspective, as well as an understanding of the linkages between sexual and domestic violence and other forms of oppression. 

Ability to maintain flexible schedule in accordance with program needs; i.e. evening and weekend hours will be required, as needed. Travel is required. 

A valid driver’s license, registration, auto insurance and a safe driver’s record

Excellent Writing and Presentation Skills are required for this position. Applicants will be required to submit a writing sample and prepare and present a short presentation during the interview process.

Salary : $27