Community Outreach Coordinator

Lutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope

WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU:

As an employer of choice, we’re deeply committed to supporting our employees—because when you’re empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind

We offer our part-time employees access to participate in our 403b, 12 paid agency holidays per year, 2 floating holidays along with sick leave based on the number of hours worked. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

The Community Outreach Coordinator serves as an ambassador and public voice of the Safe Families for Children movement. This role is responsible for telling the story of this faith-based movement, increasing community visibility, and leading volunteer recruitment efforts through presentations, storytelling, written communications, and relationship-building. The position works collaboratively across all aspects of the Safe Families movement under the direct supervision of the Interventions Program Manager and collaborates with the Advancement team. Weekend availability will be required during high peak church presentation season. This is a flexible part-time position at 20 hours per week.  

SFFC National Movement link here: Safe Families for Children movement.

• Serve as an ambassador and public voice of the Safe Families for Children movement, communicating the mission, values, and impact to churches, donors, businesses, and community partners  

• Work with Parent Coach supervisors to pull together and share local stories of the Safe Families for Children movement, including its history, philosophy, and volunteer-based approach to family preservation  

• Gather, write, and share compelling, trauma-informed stories of families, children, and volunteers, ensuring dignity, consent, and confidentiality  

• Collaborate with the Communications specialist and Advancement team to write, edit, and produce regular newsletters highlighting program impact, family stories, volunteer engagement, and upcoming opportunities  

• Collaborate with the Communications specialist to create and manage engaging social media content that amplifies the Safe Families for Children mission, stories, events, and calls to action  

• Work with the District Volunteer coordinator to support a District approach to recruiting, training, supporting, appreciating and retaining volunteers.     

• Conduct engaging presentations for community organizations, churches, and partner agencies to increase awareness and involvement  

• Build and sustain strong relationships with churches and community partners through presentations, ongoing communication, and follow-up  

• Representing Safe Families for Children at community events, meetings, and outreach opportunities  

• Proactively build relationships with local businesses to cultivate support, sponsorships, and partnerships that advance the Safe Families for Children movement  

• Lead volunteer recruitment efforts, engaging churches, community partners, and individuals through presentations, storytelling, events, newsletters, and social media  

• Recruit, inspire, and engage volunteers, and Leadership Council members to participate in Safe Families for Children programs in alignment with organizational values and program capacity  

• Support donor engagement and broader community participation through storytelling, presentations, newsletters, and social media  

• Work under the direct supervision of the Interventions Program Manager and collaborate closely across all aspects of the Safe Families movement, including volunteer onboarding, training, and ongoing engagement  

HOW YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT:

• Must be neat, organized, and accurate. 

• Must be able to work well under pressure, multitask, set priorities, manage time efficiently, and work independently. 

• Must have well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and persuasive writing. 

• Some experience with design and mass communication (social media, video newsletters, and press releases) is a plus. 

• Must have a respectful, open, unbiased, and accepting attitude toward clients and their families, and practice cultural competency. 

• Must work a flexible schedule to meet volunteers’ needs. 

• Must be able to collaborate with community providers. 

• Must be able to work in a multicultural setting. 

• Requires strict adherence to HIPAA standards in the office workspace to ensure client confidentiality. 
• Must have experience coordinating events and data entry; preferred experience in volunteer recruitment and management; Bachelors preferred. 

• A valid driver's license, car insurance, and access to a vehicle are required. 

Thank you!  We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services NW team and thank all applicants for taking the time to apply. While we’re unable to respond to every candidate individually, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Lutheran Community Services NW is deeply committed to our mission of Health, Justice and Hope in all aspects of our work. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more compassionate community.

Salary : $20 - $31