Community Outreach Coordinator

Are you looking to work for an organization where you can make a difference? Do you have organization skills you’re ready to put into action? Then you’ve come to the right place!

Apply to be a Community Outreach Coordinator today!

What will your day look like?

At Horizon, you’ll enjoy a supportive, team-based work environment. Have a question? There’s always someone there to help! We offer a seamless onboarding experience that’ll ensure your success in your new role.

As a Community Outreach Coordinator at Horizon, you will…

• Cultivate relationships and serve as a liaison with community organizations, schools, and/or groups regarding training materials, resources, and referral information throughout WNY region.
• Become certified in Evidence-Based suicide prevention and mental health awareness training, facilitate training and follow-up activities to organizations, schools and/or groups.
• Responsible for providing training outreach, scheduling, collecting training documentation (ex: sign-in, survey, etc.), event logistics, reporting, and follow-up to ensure inquiries, needs and resources are addressed.
• Collect, analyze, and report program performance and outcome data.
• Coordinate distribution of community resources, educational materials, and training announcements.
• Represent the program at community events, coalitions, and outreach initiatives.
• Support partnership development and community engagement activities.
• Perform some administrative duties (scheduling appointments, etc.)
• Performs other related duties and activities as required.

Why choose Horizon to build your career?

At Horizon, we don’t just offer a workplace—we offer a community where you can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Recognized as a Best Place to Work in NYS for 18 consecutive years and one of America’s Best Workplaces, we take pride in fostering a culture where motivated teammates collaborate to make a difference, every day. Join us and experience the satisfaction of doing work that matters alongside people who share your passion!
What we offer that you’ll love…

• Company Culture: At Horizon, we pride ourselves on cultivating an atmosphere of teamwork where all employees feel heard and valued.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to equity, racial justice, and equal opportunity for all, and strive toward this goal through the work of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging department, frequent trainings, ongoing conversations, affinity groups, and more.
• Trainings, Trainings, and More Trainings: We have an entire team dedicated to your personal development and professional growth.
• Team Building, Connection, and Relationships: At Horizon, we’re more than co-workers, we’re a community. We support each other, celebrate our achievements and milestones together, and have fun together!
• Retirement: We know you want to retire comfortably and we’re here to help!  Horizon offers 401(k) AND profit-sharing programs to make sure you’re set for the future.
• Student Loan Assistance: We help pay off our team members' student loans every month. One year after joining, you’ll have been able to pay off an extra $600!
• Horizon employees and their families (includes spouses and children up to age 30) are eligible for a 10% discount on their tuition through a partnership with Capella University.
• Paid time off and paid holidays!

What makes you a great candidate?

We can’t wait to learn more about you! Here are a few specifics of what you’ll need for the job:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, public health, education, or a related field is required.
• 1-3 years’ experience working in behavioral health or related field preferred.
• Strong commitment to mental health awareness, prevention, and community well-being.
• Strong public speaking skills with experience facilitating trainings or educational programs preferred.
• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains credibility through interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Shows initiative, is self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient in email communication, MS Office, social media, and/or other data management platforms.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Effective communicator with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and logistics simultaneously.
• Skilled in data collection, recordkeeping, and reporting.
• Professional, adaptable, and solution-oriented.
• Demonstrates discretion and commitment to maintaining confidential information.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Location:

This position will be located at 55 Dodge Rd, Getzville NY. Frequent local travel required.

Hours:

This is a full-time position. Must be flexible to adjust hours as needed – some evenings and weekends may be required based on pre-planned community events.

Compensation

Horizon is consistently evaluating our compensation and benefits packages to ensure we remain competitive. The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00. Starting pay may be impacted based on experience and education. Compensation adjustments are evaluated annually. 

*Please note: this position is grant-funded.

Physical demands associated with this position include:  

• Sitting for extended periods, alternating between standing and sitting
• Mobility required with repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements
• Local travel and handling light duties, including occasionally lifting objects up to 30 pounds

Horizon DEIB Statement:

Horizon is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive environment where dignity, safety, and opportunity are core values. We uphold principles that support autonomy and authenticity, creating a culture of accountability and collaboration that prioritizes well-being, drives innovation, and expands opportunities for our employees, patients, and communities.

Disclaimer:

Horizon endorses public health measures including vaccinations. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the fact that Horizon is a healthcare agency providing in person services throughout our community.

This information is intended to provide a general overview of the position; it is not a full job description.