What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Resource Coordinator position at Mental Health America of SC?
Community Resource Coordinator – Mental Health America of South Carolina
Location
Mental Health America of South Carolina - Cayce, SC
Multiple Locations for Events In South Carolina
About the Program
Mental Health America of South Carolina (MHASC) has served the state since 1954 as a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, affiliated with the national Mental Health America network. MHASC operates as a grassroots organization with a statewide presence, supporting local affiliates, advocating for mental health policies, and providing clinical, housing, and educational programs.
Position Summary
The Community Resource Coordinator will help raise public awareness of the agency’s mission and issues related to mental health. This role reports to the Community Resource Director and
is primarily responsible for volunteer coordination as well as helping cultivate ongoing
community support for the agency. The Community Resource Coordinator is responsible for facilitating, promoting and ensuring community collaboration and development of community empowerment and education on agency initiatives to secure and monitor opportunities for community development.
This position will be performed on a full-time basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend community engagement events (relating to Mental Health) designed to introduce
the public to the agency and recruit volunteers.
-Build relationships with community groups, businesses and individuals through
networking to develop resources that support the agency’s goals and objectives.
- Coordinate and manage all volunteer activities.
- Help raise public awareness on issues of mental health by gathering and distributing
supporting information that promote and introduce the agency’s mission to the
community.
- Participate in planning and execution of special events as needed.
- Serve as a liaison to the community by speaking to individuals and organizations who
are interested in learning more about the services of the agency and getting involved
with the agency.
- Actively participate as a member of the community development team and attend regular
department meetings as required.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, communication, human services, or related field with
at least one year of experience coordinating volunteer activities, or equivalent
combination of education and experience; experience in a nonprofit social services agency preferred.
-Knowledge of: community social services resources, techniques to recruit, retain and
recognize volunteers.
- Skills required: able to plan, organize, and coordinate community resource activities;
communicate effectively orally and in writing; provide outstanding customer service;
manage multiple priorities and demands; work collaboratively with diverse groups; work
effectively with staff, volunteers, clientele, and the public; and prepare and present
reports.
Employment Type – Full-Time
Physical Requirements:
-Ability to lift 15 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods during community events.
- Ability to drive to and attend events at various locations throughout the State.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Retirement Options
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter jlambert@mha-sc.org. Please include “Community
Resource Coordinator” in the subject line.
Mental Health America of South Carolina is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $60,000