Outreach and Recruitment Specialist

State of Florida • Tampa, FL

1d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Outreach Recruitment Specialist position with the Florida Department of Health, Division of Children’s Medical Services, CMAT/MFC Quality Education and Recruitment Unit, is a critical role that requires a high level of responsibility and professionalism. As a key member of the team, the successful candidate is responsible for raising awareness and providing education about the Medical Foster Care Program, fostering relationships with community partners and stakeholders, and the recruitment of individuals to become medical foster parents.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with diverse populations.
• Ability to motivate and generate enthusiasm in others.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet programmatic needs.
• Ability to utilize problem solving skills.
• Ability to travel within assigned geographical areas.
• Knowledge of local communities.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Programs (word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint with proficiency.
• Ability to collect and evaluate data.
• Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university, with a major in Human Services, Public Administration, Social Work, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Equivalent work experience.
• 1-3 years of related marketing, outreach, or recruitment experience

Responsibilities

• Identify, plan, organize and execute community outreach efforts to raise awareness and provide education about the medical foster care program or becoming a medical foster care parent, including networking with community organizations, attending community events, health fairs, workshops and informational sessions.
• Conduct presentations and informational sessions for potential foster parents, providing detailed information about the responsibilities, requirements and benefits of becoming a medical foster parent.
• Organize and participate in recruitment campaigns, including information sessions, open houses, and other recruitment opportunities.
• Actively network within assigned community, including faith-based communities, civic groups, and local organizations, to promote the need for medical foster care parents.
• Actively work leads, providing individual support and education to those interested in becoming a Medical Foster Care Parent, tracking progress and documenting outcomes.
• Coordinate outreach and recruitment items needs for 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 MFC teams at local events.
• Provide on site event set up, coordination, and breakdown ensuring smooth operation of exhibit tables or booths.
• Analyze outcomes of activities or events, identify needed process improvements and anticipate future needs.
• Monitor trends in the recruitment process, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations to enhance recruitment strategies.

Benefits

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree