Community Outreach Specialist - job 3 of 3

Salary & Benefits: $45,000 year

Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills, experience, and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking, and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Are you goal driven? Then the Community Outreach Coordinator position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual to join our spirited team.

As a Community Outreach Specialist, you will be responsible for building relationships with agencies, educational institutions, and community-based organizations to connect participants to available services and to aid individuals who need further assistance.

Successful Elements:

• Meet with agencies to build a positive, collaborative working relationship
• Meet with educational institutions to learn about their programs and services
• Meet with community organizations to learn about their missions and share information about our mission and goals
• Work with the Career Advisors to determine if additional partner agencies/employers are desired to meet the needs of our customers
• Disseminate information about our program to community-based organizations
• Actively communicate with, and update, community-based organizations on our program
• Act as liaison between various departments to meet customer needs

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Experience in human services, sales, training, and interpersonal skills
• Experience in a team-oriented environment
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation is required

Bring your expertise to EDSI where you will be able to live our values every day: Show Up, Smile, and Support!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nashville, TN 37243: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person