Community Engagement Coordinator

Description

• Title: Community Engagement Coordinator (Part-Time) 
• Reports to: Director of Marketing and Data Management

Location: Middletown/Newburgh

Hours: Up to 25 hours per week, with some evenings and weekends required for community events.

Job Objectives:

• Represent MHA at priority community outreach events, fairs, and street outreach with partner agencies.
• Strengthen agency visibility and partnerships by participating in select coalitions and community workgroups.
• Provide educational presentations on MHA services to schools, libraries, and community partners.
• Supports MHA’s social media presence by producing consistent, engaging content tied to awareness campaigns and events.
• Perform duties while actively promoting an environment consistent with MHA’s Cultural Equity Policy and WELCOME Orange.

Responsibilities:

• Represent MHAOC at community events, fairs, and outreach opportunities, ensuring accurate and engaging information is shared.
• Coordinate with staff across programs to schedule and staff tabling events, presentations, and outreach activities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community partners, agencies, and organizations to promote collaboration and referrals.
• Assist with the creation of outreach materials, including flyers, newsletters, and social media content, in collaboration with the Director of Marketing and Data Management.
• Track outreach activities and outcomes through designated reporting systems to support evaluation and communication efforts.
• Train and support staff and volunteers in outreach best practices and the use of branded outreach kits.
• Work with program teams to highlight success stories, promote awareness initiatives, and encourage staff participation in community events.
• Maintain organized records of community engagement opportunities, contacts, and follow-up actions.
• Support special projects and agency-wide events (e.g., awareness campaigns, seasonal initiatives, and annual meetings).

Other Duties:

• Participate in agency committees as needed.
• Duties outlined above are intended to describe essential functions but are not exhaustive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, human services, or related field with at least 2 years of experience in outreach, social media, or community engagement.
• Experience working with individuals with a mental illness or serious emotional disturbance.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple tasks within variable weekly schedule.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and acceptable driving record for agency insurance coverage.
• Must maintain acceptable records under the OMH criminal background check and Medicaid Fraud & Abuse clearance processes.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Terms Of Employment/Benefits:

· Non-Exempt

• Forty (40) hours per week.
• Paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick leave according to MHA policy

Mental Health Association in Orange County, Inc. (MHA), is a private, not-for-profit organization seeking to promote the mental health and emotional well-being of Orange County residents.  Under the leadership of a voluntary Board of Directors, MHA’s staff members, consultants and volunteers provide free mental health and safety net services to Orange County residents each year.

Why work for MHA in Orange County?

MHA is an agency that understands that its workforce is vital to our community and the mission of our agency. Our many benefits include:

1) Competitive compensation rates

2) 1 hour paid lunch for F/T employees

3) 4 Wellness Days annually for F/T employees 

4) 14 Paid Holidays which includes 1 Floating Holiday

5) 403(b) Plan with discretionary matching

6) Employee benefits include: Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending Account-Health Saving Account / Dependent Care / Life Insurance / Supplemental Insurance for Medical Expenses.

7) Numerous opportunities extended for staff development and career growth.

8) Diverse employment opportunities. Licensed clinicians and bilingual staff are particularly sought.  As an agency that provides 24/7 services, numerous shifts are also available.

Why is working for MHA in Orange County so rewarding?

Working with our program participants provides opportunities to give others life changing support.  MHA’s staff are trained to offer compassion, inspire hope and teach the skills needed to overcome challenges. Come join our team and make a difference.

If you are seeking a stable and meaningful career, Mental Health Association in Orange County, Inc. is your agency!