Education Outreach Coordinator at Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas in Whiteville, North Carolina

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Education/Outreach Coordinator is responsible for coordinating outreach activities and educational programs, collaborating with community organizations to schedule and present workshops and informational materials, and delivering evidence-based education to at-risk youth. Specialized workshops will target high-risk populations such as youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, pregnant women, military/veterans, and individuals in recovery.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct community prevention messaging and outreach activities.


• Coordinate workshops and educational programs within the community (schools, parents, families, faith-based entities, government partners, etc.) focusing on community-level prevention priorities, including opioid use reduction/prevention, methamphetamine use reduction/prevention, and underage drinking, marijuana, and tobacco use reduction/prevention.


• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop educational materials and resources.


• Coordinate and facilitate training sessions for staff and community partners on substance use prevention and mental health promotion.


• Administer Positive Action Drug Prevention curriculum within schools in the Greater Tidewater region identified as high risk.


• Evaluate the effectiveness of outreach activities and educational programs through data collection and analysis.


• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, including participant demographics and outcomes.


• Stay informed about current trends and developments in substance use prevention and mental health promotion.


• Participate in community events and meetings to raise awareness about substance use prevention and mental health promotion initiatives.


• Provide support and assistance to program participants, including referrals to additional services and resources as needed.


• Provide support to Project Director in managing the SPF-PFS Social Media campaign.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services (e.g., public health, social work, sociology, psychology, education).


• Demonstrated knowledge of substance use, mental health issues, community substance misuse prevention/mental health promotion, high-risk groups, and social networking.


• Experience in education and outreach, particularly in health communication.


• Bilingual proficiency is a plus but not required.


• CPR/First Aid Certification, must be acquired and maintained once employed.


• Demonstrated ability to assess and respond in crisis situations.


• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


• Ability to use independent judgment and address conflicts to find resolutions.