Outreach and Recruitment Specialist

State of Florida • Orlando, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Outreach and Recruitment Specialist works with the Florida Department of Health, Division of Children’s Medical Services, CMAT/MFC Quality Education and Recruitment Unit. The role raises awareness and provides education about the Medical Foster Care Program, builds relationships with community partners and stakeholders, and recruits individuals to become medical foster parents. The position is based at one of the listed CMS offices in Miami, Orlando, or Tampa and is not remote. Travel is approximately 40%, including same-day, overnight, and weekend travel. The role may require emergency duty before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills when working with diverse populations.
• Ability to motivate others and generate enthusiasm.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program needs.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel within assigned geographical areas.
• Knowledge of local communities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to collect and evaluate data.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• 1–3 years of related marketing, outreach, or recruitment experience, or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, preferably in Human Services, Public Administration, Social Work, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out community outreach to raise awareness and provide education about the Medical Foster Care Program and becoming a medical foster care parent, including networking with community organizations and attending events, health fairs, workshops, and information sessions.
• Present information to prospective foster parents about the responsibilities, requirements, and benefits of becoming a medical foster parent.
• Organize and participate in recruitment campaigns, information sessions, open houses, and other recruitment opportunities.
• Network within assigned communities, including faith-based communities, civic groups, and local organizations, to promote the need for medical foster care parents.
• Follow up with prospective applicants, provide individual support and education, track progress, and document outcomes.
• Coordinate outreach and recruitment item needs for the assigned area with State Health Office staff.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities and promotional items used at outreach events.
• Provide or coordinate support with assigned Medical Foster Care teams at local events.
• Set up, coordinate, and break down event exhibits, tables, or booths.
• Analyze event and activity outcomes, identify process improvements, and anticipate future needs.
• Monitor recruitment trends and recommend improvements to recruitment strategies.

Benefits

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory).
• Participation in state group insurance, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed).
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed).
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary).
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed