Community Organizer jobs in Fort Collins, CO

Description

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Community Engagement Specialist
 

Part-Time, 20 hours/week

OUR PURPOSE

Marisol Health Inc. operates licensed, fully equipped, medical centers that help women make important decisions about their reproductive health. Marisol Health Inc. also supports spouses, boyfriends, family and friends who are navigating these important decisions alongside the women in their lives, and offers a truly positive experience, in an open and accepting atmosphere.  

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need.  Marisol Health Inc. provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. 

Marisol Health Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

A Community Engagement Specialist at Marisol Health:

SUMMARY

The Community Engagement Specialist works with the Marisol Health Director, Marisol Health staff, MH volunteers and in cooperation with The Catholic Charities Marketing and Communications team, to create awareness, and increase funding for Marisol Health. He/she seeks to increase our client base, referrals, volunteers, and donors in support of our life-affirming mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Faith Community Outreach:

• Establish working relationships with faith-based community organizations in our targeted geographic regions.

• Develop, train, promote and establish a partnership program with area churches to establish partnership, in conjunction with the Volunteer and Parish relations team.

Donor/Volunteer Engagement:

• In collaboration with the Mission Advancement team in northern Colorado, encourage local communities to become monthly supporters of Marisol Health by fostering relationships, writing proposals (as appropriate), meeting with financial decision makers. Follow­ up in person and in writing.

Campus and Community Outreach:

• Establish working relationships with local university/college campus personnel to strengthen relationships, provide resources, and increase referrals. Identify key personnel at each campus.

Volunteer Coordination

• Recruit and support volunteers for Marisol Health and Marisol Family in northern Colorado.

• Create opportunities for volunteer engagement and coordinate individual and group volunteer projects.

• Coordinate with the Marketing and Community Engagement team to outreach to potential individuals and groups to promote volunteer participation in Marisol Ministries. 

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual Preferred- Spanish.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Communications or related field, from accredited four-year college or university; and six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PROVIDER ETHICAL AGREEMENT

Marisol Health strives to provide excellent, evidenced base care that is also morally sound. Providers and staff at Marisol Health have agreed to follow the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services as issued by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid CO driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and proof of insurance required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 Part-Time, 20 hours per week. 

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career.  Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance. 

• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so there may be a need to work some holidays, which would include holiday pay). 

• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation. 

• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date. (Must be a Full-Time employee)

• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? 

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers.  We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace.

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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