Bilingual Recruitment Outreach Specialist (Temporary)

Partnership for Maternal & Child Health•Irvington, NJ

22h

About The Position

The Bilingual Recruitment Outreach Specialist identifies, engages, and enrolls eligible fathers into the FELLAS Fatherhood Program, which serves men in Essex, Hudson, and Passaic Counties. The role uses strategic outreach, community engagement, and partnership development to promote program participation and retention. It includes in-person and remote recruitment activities, relationship-building with local organizations, program presentations, intake and survey support, event planning, activity tracking, and confidential recordkeeping in accordance with HIPAA regulations. The specialist attends required training and provides backup support to Program Specialists as needed. Duties and responsibilities may change, and the role may involve a range of physical, sensory, and cognitive tasks. Reasonable accommodation is available to support individuals in performing essential functions. All PMCH employees must comply with the organization's Immunization Policy.

Requirements

Associate's degree required.
At least two years of community outreach or community health experience required.
Familiarity with the geographic area and population served.
Knowledge of cultural and lifestyle diversity issues and the ability to network.
Fluency in English and Spanish required.
Excellent engagement, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work flexible hours, including some occasional evening and weekend hours.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Community Health Education, Public Health, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-person and remote outreach and marketing to recruit eligible fathers and clients throughout Essex, Hudson, and Passaic Counties, including street canvassing, health fairs, tabling, and promotional presentations.
Develop partnerships with community-based organizations, clinics and hospitals, businesses, faith-based institutions, and schools to support a steady referral process.
Schedule and facilitate presentations promoting the FELLAS program at local organizations and community meetings.
Assist with administering and collecting intake forms, consent forms, and survey tools.
Assist with planning promotional events and fatherhood bonding activities.
Track outreach and recruitment activities and contacts with potential clients.
Distribute marketing materials.
Prepare reports and documents as needed.
Maintain confidential tracking files in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Attend ongoing training as required.
Provide backup support for Program Specialists as needed.