Outreach Specialist

COLUMBUS, OH 43229

• Salary Range: $42,000.00 - $44,000.00 Salary

ABOUT ACTION FOR CHILDREN

Action for Children is the local childcare resource and referral agency in Central Ohio. Our mission is to transform the lives of children by supporting, empowering, and advocating for the adults who make the biggest impact on children's lives: their parents, caregivers, and teachers.

We foster a supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture in which staff are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, grow professionally, and contribute meaningfully to the well-being of families and communities.

Learn more at actionforchildren.org

POSITION SUMMARY

The Outreach Specialist is responsible for establishing and maintaining community relationships that support Action for Children's Central Intake program, the point of entry for Help Me Grow and other home visiting programs sponsored by the Ohio Departments of Health and Developmental Disabilities. This position implements activities to recruit, engage, and retain program participants, either directly or through referral sources.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and staff community events, including workshops, fairs, and presentations, in collaboration with team members
• Deliver presentations to physicians, medical professionals, legislators, parents, and community partners to raise awareness and generate referrals
• Organize and lead monthly meetings with referral sources to strengthen partnerships and increase Help Me Grow referrals
• Develop promotional materials, including fliers, newsletters, and website and social media content, in partnership with the Central Intake team, and contribute to the development and evaluation of the outreach plan
• Maintain records of outreach activities and prepare reports, including the annual report to the Ohio Department of Health
• Work occasional evenings and weekends to support community events

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Ability to interact effectively with families from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and to present to service professionals and community groups
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain timely, accurate records for program reporting
• Proficiency with technology and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance, with access to reliable transportation

Preferred: Bilingual English/Spanish; knowledge of local community resources; three years of experience working with economically challenged families; experience with Early Track, Adobe Acrobat Pro, FileMaker Pro, and email marketing software.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is a relationship builder who is comfortable engaging with a wide range of audiences, from medical professionals to families to community leaders. This person is highly organized, able to balance multiple priorities, and committed to connecting families with the support they need.

BENEFITS

• Health coverage: Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning within 30 days of hire
• Paid time off: Vacation days, personal days, and paid holidays
• Hybrid schedule: A combination of remote and in-office workdays
• Retirement savings: Employer match up to 1%
• Paid parental leave: 12 weeks of fully paid leave for birth, adoption, and foster placements

Action for Children is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.