Outreach Coordinator

Job description Outreach Coordinator

Position Summary:

Founded in 1991, Friends of Recovery is dedicated to supporting men and women in recovery from alcohol and drug misuse through transitional housing and supportive services to aid in their recovery. The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for promoting and supporting individuals in recovery through mentoring, education, and case management.

Responsibilities

Continue to grow the Kansas Oxford House program through collaboration with chapters and the state board to open New Oxford Houses.

Attend all new house meetings and Topeka and Lawrence Chapter meetings.

Provide community education through presentations to treatment centers, faith communities, individuals, professionals, and the community.

Complete required documentation, reports, and requirements as assigned by Director on time.

Travel is required locally and occasionally throughout the state.

Some nights and weekends are required.

Establish and maintain effective teamwork relationships with the FORA team, Houses, Chapters, and the Kansas Oxford House State Board.

Attend monthly FORA staff meetings.

Communicate effectively with the recovery community, faith organizations, and professional groups.

Develop alumni and volunteer opportunities.

Promote opportunities through social media and website.

Respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.

Coordinate and participate in recovery community events.

Competencies and Qualifications:

• Must have 2 years or more sobriety.
• Evening availability.
• Passion for Recovery.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Exceptional people skills, self-awareness, and a commitment to building relationships.
• Ability to work with and train members and to speak in front of a crowd.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professionalism and adeptly manages challenging situations with ease.
• Ability to express ideas and facts clearly and understandably, listen to and comprehend what others are saying; demonstrate the ability to work with sensitive and confidential information, communicate effectively with a diverse group of members, volunteers, and staff with a commitment to confidentiality in the recovery community.
• Knowledge of technical computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and social media.
• Initiative-taking to set, attain, and surpass goals with minimal supervision.
• Self-management and assurance; willingly accepts constructive feedback; seeks developmental opportunities; works independently.
• Demonstrate confidence in finding and renting Houses for Oxford Houses.
• Graduate degree/courses in human services (i.e., M.S.W. or addictions counselor) are helpful but not required.
• Graduate degree/courses in human services, experience as a case manager or supervisor in a human service field are helpful but not required.
• Experience with Oxford Houses is required.
• Ability to manage diverse activities independently.
• Initiative-taking and strong organizational skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own a reliable automobile (with insurance).
• Must have organizational skills and attention to detail. Can work on multiple activities to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently.
• Spends time and the time of others on what's important; quickly zeros in on the critical and puts the trivial aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; stays focused.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description. Any essential function or requirement of this job will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent or applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation(s) for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent or applicant when possible.

Friends of Recovery is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All FORA employees are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Benefits include medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, and 401(k) after the probationary period.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $30,000.00 - $40,000 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Evening availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Overland Park, KS: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred) or equivalent work experience.

License/Certification:

• Active and up to date Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person, with occasional opportunities for virtual work.