Community Engagement Specialist - New York, United States - Harlem United Community AIDS Center Inc

Harlem United Community AIDS Center Inc

Verified Company

New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Position Description

Essential Job Functions
The following job duties are mandatory requirements of the job:

With guidance from the Business Development Manager, execute strategies to support the retention of existing business and pursue leads to expand community access to services.
Conduct cold calls and/or visits to social services providers to develop and nurture partnerships that help expand access and education about agency services.
Drive agency vehicles to transport clients to appointments.
Maintain ongoing tracking of transportation services.
Submit weekly reports and ensure data is accurate for realtime reporting.
Utilize agencywide database eICare to enter health information that enables reporting and supports continuity of care.
Conduct harm reduction patientcentered assessment and provide referrals as needed.
Access statewide databases to verify eligibility for Medicaid billable programming.
Help market and advertise the agency services at community events and venues.
Utilized electronic health records (eCW) to schedule health care appointments.
Track and maintain an ongoing record of services provided.

Other Responsibilities

Research and develop an indepth understanding of the company's services and staff.
Work with technical staff and other internal colleagues to meet consumer needs.
Arrange and participate in internal and external client debriefs.
Any other duties assigned by Business Development Manager.

Education and Certification

This position requires 2 years of social services, healthcare, and /or marketing experience.
A Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of work experience required.
Valid Driver's license is required.

Special Skills and Knowledge

Good project and time management skills.
Knowledgeable of excel and comfortable with data systems.
Ability to speak a second language Spanish and/or French.
Comfortable reaching clients across various facilities that serve highneed populations located in highneed areas, such as homeless shelters, food pantries, drug rehabilitation facilities, multiservice centers, and churches.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively.