BHD Community Outreach Specialist

Are you driven by a strong passion to positively impact the lives of others? We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our vibrant team as a Community Outreach Specialist in our Behavioral Health Department (BHD). This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the mission and vision of CSC's Behavioral Health Department!

Chinatown Service Center (CSC)'s Overview

Since 1971, the Chinese Methodist Church has been on a mission to support newly arrived Chinese immigrants, laying the foundation for what we are today. As we continue to expand our team at the Chinatown Service Center (CSC), a nonprofit organization providing multilingual health and social services, employment training, and counseling in Greater Los Angeles, we invite you to be part of our legacy of compassion and empowerment. For further information on CSC, Visit our website at http://www.cscla.org.

CSC's Mission Statement:

Our commitment is to provide exceptional services and advocacy that enhance the quality of life and create equal opportunities for immigrants and other communities.

CSC's Vision Statement:

Thriving Lives in Empowered Communities

CSC's Behavioral Health Department contributes to the Mission and Vision by:

Providing outstanding mental health and substance use services to vulnerable populations, Championing advocacy and promoting positive life outcomes, and Embracing cultural competency and diversity. As a Community Outreach Specialist, you will play a crucial role in achieving these goals, making you an integral part of our team.

The purpose of the Community Outreach Specialist in CSC's Behavioral Health Department:

Actively engage and educate the community about our non-grant-driven Mental Health therapies and modalities, substance abuse treatments, and other well-being group and individual support services and programs for clients of all ages in the communities we serve.

As a(n) Community Outreach Specialist at CSC, You Will:

• Develop and implement outreach strategies by organizing virtual workshops, events, and education/ training programs to increase community awareness about our behavioral health department's Mental Health therapies and modalities, substance abuse treatments, and other well-being group and individual support services and programs for clients of all ages in the communities we serve.
• Write content pieces, press releases, announcements, and newsletters to inform internal staff and the public about BHD's projects, services, and upcoming events.
• Conduct supportive group programs under clinical supervision if applicable.
• Draft and submit reports, presentations, and pitches for related projects.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED; Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, public health, or two years in a related field and Marketing or Communications Degree is strongly prefered.
• Experience using creative platforms for community engagement, such as design, art, photography, or video.
• Experience producing deliverables for various audiences, including but not limited to reports, presentations, and blogs.
• Comfortable and knowledgeable about the healthcare or behavioral health industry.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships and actively contribute as a member of working teams to achieve results
• Must be customer service-minded in the interaction, planning, and execution of all projects

CSC's Employees Enjoy:

• Competitive Pay within the Nonprofit industry, commensurate with experience;
• Semi-Monthly paychecks;
• Collaborative and supportive work environment;
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development;
• Assistance with CMEs/CEUs required in your role with CSC;
• Assistance with State Professional License Renewals;
• Group Health, Dental, Life and AD&D, for those who work thirty (30)+ hours consistently;
• Paid Holidays for regular Full-time and Part-time status;
• Bonus Paid Holiday for their Birthday, for regular Full-time and Part-time status;
• Accrued Paid Sick Leave for all levels of employment;
• Accrued Paid Vacation for those who work thirty (30)+ hours consistently;
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to a 4% matching;
• 457(b) Nonqualified Plan for those who meet the minimum "highly compensated" annual salary required;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Tuition Reimbursement opportunities for job-related coursework at an accredited Community College, State College, or University;
• Annual time to find, enroll, reenroll, or appear at the event(s) for Child(ren) School/Childcare programs;
• Leave of Absence with job protections and more.

If you are a committed advocate with a strong sense of serving the community and a desire to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this meaningful opportunity to Join Chinatown Service Center (CSC) in our mission to build a resilient and united community against hate and violence. Let's create a future where thriving lives and empowered communities are the norm. Together, we can make a lasting difference!

Chinatown Service Center (CSC) is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Join us in fostering positive change and empowerment in our communities!