Community Outreach Coordinator

About KDC:

At KDC we are on a mission to empower and support all people to meet their full potential in a world where every individual and family thrives, no matter the circumstances.

About this role:

This role plays a critical role in building and sustaining connections between KDC's Family Support program and the communities it serves. This hands-on role involves actively promoting program services, attending community events, developing partnerships, and ensuring families and local stakeholders have access to KDC resources. This role is responsible for implementing outreach strategies, representing KDC at community meetings, and supporting programs through recruitment, engagement, and education. 

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm; flexibility for nights and weekends as needed.
Salary Range: $22-25/hourly 

In this role, you’ll get to:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between KDC Family Support and various Community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and public agencies.
• Identifies current and new potential outreach possibilities to expand awareness of KDC programs and services.
• Attend and actively participate in community events, fairs, and meetings to promote programs and engage families. 
• Develop, design, and distribute outreach materials, including flyers, brochures, newsletters, and digitals content. 
• Maintains accurate databases and track outreach activities, community contacts, and quarterly metrics.
• Complete all required reports and documentation on outreach activities. 
• Plan and coordinate trainings, workshops, and multicultural events to educate families and community partners about KDC resources.
• Respond to community inquiries, providing accurate program information to families, agencies, and the public.
• Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers to assist with outreach and program events.
• Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent KDC professionally in all community, public, and government interactions. 
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating program events, open houses, and public presentations. 
• Complete all required reports and documentation on outreach activities.
• Performs other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

We are looking for people who have:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 year working with people with disabilities
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Able to meet required competency level in Microsoft Office
• CPR/First Aid Certification (Or ability to obtain certification within designated timeframe). 
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel extensively. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Mobility & Activity: Ability to navigate diverse indoor/outdoor environments, set up outreach displays, and engage in extended periods of walking, standing, or driving.
• Lifting: Occasionally lift or carry up to 25 lbs for event materials.
• Technology: Regular computer and tablet use for tracking activities and maintaining records.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills to interact effectively with diverse communities.
• Professionalism: Adaptability, positivity, and a solution-focused approach in dynamic settings.
• Work Environment:
• Combination of office, community, and outdoor venues with exposure to varying weather, noise, and crowd activity.

KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence!