Outreach Specialist 2

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Outreach Specialist 2 to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, Fl. 

CORE SUMMARY

The Outreach Specialist 2 supports in developing and implementing new and existing public education and outreach programs, serving as a liaison to the community. Moreover, the incumbent performs a wide variety of duties and demonstrates a high level of professionalism and effectiveness. The Outreach Specialist 2 utilizes project management skills to organize community outreach activities.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Supports in the development and implementation of public education and outreach programs.

2. Works with community-based organizations to plan promotional educational and other events targeted towards designing an increased awareness in the community.

3. Assists in the publishing activities: writing, editing, budgeting, scheduling, and distribution.

4. Interacts effectively with outside advertising agencies, printers, photographers, and other vendors.

5. Aids with the preparation and distribution of public health education and navigation manuals.

6. Identifies effective strategies for promoting enrollment in ongoing studies, conducting active and passive recruitment, in-person, and online outreach.

7. Conducts brief surveys by phone and in community settings.

8. Aids with compiling data for presentations.

9. Develops professional relationships with health providers, researchers, and community members.

10. Collaborates with other members of the team on special projects and events.

11. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Phlebotomy Certification and CDL license preferred

Experience: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Job Summary:

Works in developing and implementing new and existing outreach programs while serving as a liaison in the community to educate individuals about cancer risk factors, prevention, and screening options. This role involves networking and careful planning within our diverse community in an effort to connect new and existing partners with healthcare services to promote early detection and cancer prevention.   

Department Job Functions:

• Plans and conducts community outreach and education activities related to cancer prevention and screening.
• Provides culturally appropriate health education on cancer screening.
• Takes initiative in organizing outreach events, partner meetings, and participant engagement activities.
• Assists individuals in accessing and scheduling cancer screenings and follow-up care.  
• Attends health fairs, screening events, educational sessions, and outreach activities to distribute materials, collect data, and support program implementation.
• Documents interactions and maintains accurate records of outreach, patient navigation, and research-related activities.
• Collaborates with community organizations, schools, and partner institutions to align outreach and prevention efforts with organizational goals.
• Assists with coordination and planning of special projects, research initiatives, and educational events.
• Registers patients and participants in appropriate systems, documents interactions efficiently, and supports clinical and research workflows as needed.
• Contacts patients and participants with results or follow-up information and assists with navigation to appropriate care or resources.
• Upkeep of sample pick-ups and delivery.  

• Ensures vehicles are equipped with all necessary equipment and supplies and requests replacement as needed.  

• Adheres to University and department level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.  

• Coordinate deployment and routing of outreach vehicles.
• Serve as the primary driver or assign qualified personnel to operate the vehicle.
• Perform or schedule routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs with the enterprise team, and maintain vehicle logs ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures, safety standards and health regulations.
• Ensure vehicles are fully stocked with outreach materials, medical supplies, and equipment, and requests replacements as needed.
• Collect and report data including but not limited to pre/post event vehicle inspection forms, outreach vehicle utilization, and reports and documents any mechanical issues or accidents.
• Train staff to drive vehicles, and mentor on vehicle operations and emergency procedures.

Certification and Licensing:  

• Phlebotomy Certification will be required within six months of employment.
• Valid driver's license (CDL preferred). 

Skills:  

• Ability and/or willingness to safely operate large vehicles (UM Mobile Unit). 

• Bilingual in Spanish or Haitian Creole preferred. 

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff