What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outreach Coordinator position at San Diego Rescue Mission?
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Experienced San Diego Rescue Mission - San Diego, CA Full Time High School $27.00 - $27.00 Hourly Day Nonprofit - Social Services
Outreach Coordinator
At the San Diego Rescue Mission, we are driven by a profound belief in compassion, service, and the transformative power of Jesus' love. Our mission goes beyond charity; it is a calling to love our neighbors and provide hope and healing to those experiencing homelessness. We are committed to creating a holistic approach to recovery and rehabilitation, ensuring that our programs serve as safe havens for men, women, and children in need.
Position Summary
The Outreach Coordinator supports San Diego Rescue Mission’s efforts to connect with the community, build strategic partnerships, and engage individuals experiencing homelessness with essential services. This position is responsible for implementing outreach initiatives, coordinating street and community engagement activities, and strengthening relationships with churches, nonprofits, and civic partners. The role requires a compassionate, Christ-centered approach that reflects SDRM’s mission and values in every interaction with clients, staff, and the public.
Key Responsibilities
As a representative of San Diego Rescue Mission, all employees are expected to:
Education
This position involves frequent field work in outdoor environments and client engagement in community settings. The role may require walking, standing, and lifting up to 25 lbs, as well as occasional evening or weekend work.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The San Diego Rescue Mission (SDRM) Is both an equal opportunity employer and a Christian Ministry. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex (which included breastfeeding, or a medical condition related to breastfeeding), marital status, parental status, military status, veteran's status, pregnancy, medication condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
However, as a registered non- profit religious organization, SDRM does reserve the right to discriminate in hiring persons whose lifestyle is contradictory to Biblical principles.
Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 942 U.S.C 2000e (a)), SDRM has the right to, and does hire only candidates who agree with SDRM's Statement of Faith and conduct themselves in accordance with our religious beliefs.
Background Check Disclaimer
SDRM conducts background checks in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act, and the California Consumer Credit Reporting Agencies Act. If you accept a position with SDRM, as part of your conditional offer of employment, you will be asked to submit to a virtual background check AND a California Livescan Fingerprint.
You will be provided the following notifications as an example:
SDRM is a Nonprofit Religious Organization and as such, we require all employees to submit to our drug screen as a condition of employment once they have accepted a position with SDRM. Because of our religious affiliation, we do not allow employees to use or consume recreational or medicinal marijuana, along with all other federally recognized substances. You will be notified prior to any employment decisions if your drug screen is returned with negative findings. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
E-Verify Statement
San Diego Rescue Mission participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
Experienced San Diego Rescue Mission - San Diego, CA Full Time High School $27.00 - $27.00 Hourly Day Nonprofit - Social Services
Outreach Coordinator
At the San Diego Rescue Mission, we are driven by a profound belief in compassion, service, and the transformative power of Jesus' love. Our mission goes beyond charity; it is a calling to love our neighbors and provide hope and healing to those experiencing homelessness. We are committed to creating a holistic approach to recovery and rehabilitation, ensuring that our programs serve as safe havens for men, women, and children in need.
Position Summary
The Outreach Coordinator supports San Diego Rescue Mission’s efforts to connect with the community, build strategic partnerships, and engage individuals experiencing homelessness with essential services. This position is responsible for implementing outreach initiatives, coordinating street and community engagement activities, and strengthening relationships with churches, nonprofits, and civic partners. The role requires a compassionate, Christ-centered approach that reflects SDRM’s mission and values in every interaction with clients, staff, and the public.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and conduct outreach activities in collaboration with community partners, city agencies, and faith-based organizations.
- Engage with individuals experiencing homelessness to assess needs and connect them to appropriate resources and programs.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with community partners, local businesses, and service providers.
- Coordinate and track outreach events, community fairs, and engagement opportunities throughout San Diego County.
- Maintain accurate documentation of outreach contacts, service referrals, and outcomes in the program database.
- Collaborate with case managers and other SDRM staff to ensure seamless referrals and client follow-up.
- Support data collection and reporting requirements to meet grant and program goals.
- Participate in coordinated outreach meetings, case conferencing, and community coalition gatherings.
- Promote trauma-informed and client-centered practices that uphold dignity and respect.
- Support and participate in ministry-wide activities, chapel services, and special events as applicable.
As a representative of San Diego Rescue Mission, all employees are expected to:
- Adhere to the Statement of Faith, upholding biblical principles in all aspects of work and life.
- Be prepared to share the hope you have in Christ. As a representative of Christ, be ready to gently and respectfully share the Good News of Jesus Christ at all times.
- Live out the Mission, Vision, and Values of the SDRM by safeguarding the Mission, pursuing the Vision, and reflecting our core values—Faith, Compassion, Excellence, and Integrity—in both your personal and public life.
- Intentionally spend time in God’s Word, prayer, and remain rooted in a biblical community (local church, ministry, or small group) to deepen your relationship with Christ.
- Model servant leadership in all interactions, encouraging and supporting SDRM staff in their walk with Christ.
- Foster a coachable, approachable, and humble spirit, remaining open to feedback, growth, and guidance.
Education
- Minimum: Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience. Must have active AODS License
- Preferred: Bachelor’s in Social Work, Communications, Theology, or related field
- Lived experience of homelessness counts toward education and experience.
- Minimum of 2 years working in outreach, social services, ministry, or nonprofit environments.
- Experience engaging with individuals facing homelessness, trauma, or addiction preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to maintain emotional resilience and composure in challenging field situations.
- Knowledge of local homeless response systems, community resources, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Proficiency with data entry, case management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate within a team environment.
This position involves frequent field work in outdoor environments and client engagement in community settings. The role may require walking, standing, and lifting up to 25 lbs, as well as occasional evening or weekend work.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The San Diego Rescue Mission (SDRM) Is both an equal opportunity employer and a Christian Ministry. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex (which included breastfeeding, or a medical condition related to breastfeeding), marital status, parental status, military status, veteran's status, pregnancy, medication condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
However, as a registered non- profit religious organization, SDRM does reserve the right to discriminate in hiring persons whose lifestyle is contradictory to Biblical principles.
Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 942 U.S.C 2000e (a)), SDRM has the right to, and does hire only candidates who agree with SDRM's Statement of Faith and conduct themselves in accordance with our religious beliefs.
Background Check Disclaimer
SDRM conducts background checks in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act, and the California Consumer Credit Reporting Agencies Act. If you accept a position with SDRM, as part of your conditional offer of employment, you will be asked to submit to a virtual background check AND a California Livescan Fingerprint.
You will be provided the following notifications as an example:
- You will be provided with appropriate written notice of the company's intention to obtain information by way of a background check and will give applicants and employees the opportunity to obtain a free copy of any report obtained.
- Applicants and employees will be asked to authorize a background check before such check is performed.
SDRM is a Nonprofit Religious Organization and as such, we require all employees to submit to our drug screen as a condition of employment once they have accepted a position with SDRM. Because of our religious affiliation, we do not allow employees to use or consume recreational or medicinal marijuana, along with all other federally recognized substances. You will be notified prior to any employment decisions if your drug screen is returned with negative findings. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
E-Verify Statement
San Diego Rescue Mission participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
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