Community Engagement Assistant

Our Mission

All of us, for each of you, every time.

Our Vision

Together, serving as the trusted regional healthcare partner.

Our Values 

Listen~Love~Respect~Excel~Innovate

This position functions to assist and support the efforts of the efforts of the Development & Communications team, including the Samaritan Healthcare Foundation. Role provides daily support to Chief Development & Communications Officer and assists in the coordination of the foundation donor cycle, including but not limited to gift processing, donor communications, and calendar support to the Foundation Director and the Foundation committees. Role also serves as secondary point of contact and daily oversight of Samaritan’s Volunteer Program, helping manage schedules and program communication with all volunteers. Position works in collaboration with other Development and Communications professionals to support a variety of internal and external communications and foundation efforts for Samaritan Healthcare.

This is a full-time Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm hourly opportunity.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Education
  • Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in communications, marketing, public relations, advertising or related field preferred. Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Certification:
  • Basic Life Support Heartsaver (HS) level to be completed within three (3) months of hire.
• Experience:
  • Minimum two to three years’ experience in a professional office setting preferred.
  • Knowledge and expertise of publishing programs preferred.
• Skills & Competencies: 
  • Demonstrated aptitude for project management and data analytics.
  • Proficient in all aspects of computer work including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Pro, and the abitliy to adapt and quickly learn new technology.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to include, spelling, grammar, and proof reading ability.
  • Strong planning, organizational, and project management skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects concurrently.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively anticipate the needs of the team.
  • Critical thinking skills: Seeks resources for direction, when necessary. Performs independent problem solving. Decision-making is logical and deliberate.
  • Performs actions that demonstrate accountability. Exercises safe judgment in decision-making.  Practices within legal and ethical guidelines. 
  • Demonstrates competency in ability to care for customers/patients across the age continuum.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Under the guidance of the Chief Development & Communications Officer, position supports the daily operations of the Development & Communications Department, including but not limited to, Foundation gift processing, general clerical support, receiving the public, and providing customer assistance.
• Provides support to the Chief Development & Communications Officer, as well as calendar needs of the Samaritan Healthcare Foundation and the Foundation Committees.
• Provides daily support and operations of the Foundation’s donor database. Functions include assuring accuracy of all additions, updates, and data reports for review and trend analysis.
• Position works closely with the Foundation Specialist and the Accounting Department to manage month-end financials ensuring accuracy and consistency for the Foundation financials.
• Collaborates with the Development & Communications Team and Foundation Director to ensure effective organization, communication, and execution of department events and initiatives, including Foundation campaigns, community outreach efforts and organizational volunteer opportunities.
• Act as liaison to Samaritan Volunteer Program by supporting daily coordination of Samaritan volunteers, including the Foundation’s various volunteer committees which include the including Annual Support, Employee, Community Relations and Major Gifts Committees.
• Supports a wide range of internal and external Development & Communications initiatives, proactively anticipating and addressing the operational needs of Foundation and community outreach activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• On occasion, moderate physical effort required. Must be able to lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
• Mostly sedentary work with light physical effort. Good reading eyesight.
• Ability/endurance to stand/walk for prolonged, extensive or considerable time.
• Occasional reaching/stooping/bending/kneeling/crouching.
• Able to work flexible hours as necessary to complete tasks on deadline.
• Ability to communicate using verbal and/or written skills for accurate exchange of information with physicians, nurses, health care professionals, patients and/or family, and the public.

As a Samaritan Healthcare professional, you will be asked to carry out the Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategy of Samaritan Healthcare, personifying service and operational excellence including the creation and maintenance of the best patient, professional, physician, and student experience.