Community Outreach Coordinator

Position Summary

The Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for building and maintaining relationships within the community to promote awareness of the organization’s detoxification and residential substance abuse treatment services. This role serves as a key liaison between the treatment program and referral sources, healthcare providers, community organizations, and the public to increase access to care and support individuals seeking recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase program visibility and client referrals

• Build and maintain relationships with hospitals, clinics, social service agencies, courts, and community organizations

• Represent the organization at community events, health fairs, and professional meetings

• Educate stakeholders about substance use disorders, treatment options, and program services

• Coordinate and conduct presentations, workshops, and training sessions

• Collaborate with admissions and clinical teams to support client engagement and intake processes

• Track outreach activities, referral sources, and outcomes; prepare regular reports

• Identify new partnership opportunities to expand community reach

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local resources, trends in substance use, and best practices in outreach

• Support marketing initiatives, including social media, print materials, and campaigns (if applicable)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in community outreach, behavioral health, or substance abuse services preferred

• Knowledge of substance use disorders, recovery processes, and treatment modalities (detox/residential care)

• Strong interpersonal, networking, and communication skills

• Experience with public speaking and delivering presentations

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally

Preferred Skills

• Existing relationships with local healthcare providers and community organizations

• Experience working with diverse and underserved populations

• Familiarity with HIPAA and confidentiality requirements

• Bilingual abilities (if applicable to the community served)

Work Environment

• Combination of office-based work and frequent travel within the community

• Occasional evening or weekend hours for events and outreach activities

Key Competencies

• Relationship building

• Cultural competence and empathy

• Organization and time management

• Problem-solving and adaptability

• Passion for recovery and community impact

Compensation

• $70,000 annually

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000