Mental Health Outreach Coordinator
Position Status
Full
Site
Delaware
NHC Position Type
Capacity Builder
Position Summary
Member Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Select up to 5)
Conduct community outreach and engagement to connect residents with health and wellness resources.
Facilitate educational workshops integrating arts, culture, and public health awareness.
Recruit and coordinate community volunteers for health-focused events and activities.
Build partnerships with local schools, nonprofits, and service agencies to expand reach.
Assist with data collection and reporting to measure program impact.
Other Major Duties
Support marketing and communication efforts, including social media campaigns promoting healthy lifestyles.
Participate in community events and health fairs to promote program initiatives.
Assist in developing culturally relevant health education materials.
Member Position Summary
The member will serve within the Imperial Dynasty Arts Program, focusing on community health outreach through arts-based engagement and educational programming. This position blends creative expression with public health promotion, targeting underserved and underrepresented populations in Wilmington, Delaware.
The member will plan and deliver community-based health education workshops, leveraging the arts as a tool to foster connection, learning, and empowerment. They will coordinate outreach campaigns, collaborate with local partners, and recruit volunteers to support program events.
By combining arts and health education, the member addresses gaps in health awareness, cultural relevance in programming, and access to trusted information. This position complements Imperial Dynasty’s broader mission to use the arts as a vehicle for community development, health promotion, and youth empowerment.
The member will primarily serve urban, low-income, and minority communities with limited access to health resources. They will fill the unmet need for culturally responsive health education and community connection. The role does not replace paid staff or duplicate existing services, and it aligns with AmeriCorps nonduplication and nondisplacement regulations.
Given the nature of the work, the member will have recurring access to vulnerable populations, including youth, seniors, and individuals with chronic health conditions.
Member Position Essential Functions
Program Name: Community Health & Arts Education Initiative (60%)
Activities: Plan and facilitate arts-integrated health workshops; recruit local artists and health educators; organize community events that combine cultural celebration with health resource access.
Outputs: Conduct 12 community workshops per year, reaching approximately 300 residents; host 4 major health-focused community events with an expected attendance of 800 total participants.
Program Name: Volunteer Engagement & Partnerships (30%)
Activities: Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers; establish partnerships with local schools, nonprofits, and health organizations.
Outputs: Recruit and train 25 volunteers annually; build partnerships with at least 5 new organizations.
Program Name: Community Outreach Campaigns (10%)
Activities: Develop and distribute culturally tailored health education materials; manage social media campaigns to increase program visibility.
Outputs: Reach at least 2,000 residents via outreach campaigns; distribute 500+ educational materials annually.
Ideal Candidate
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Experience with community outreach, education, or facilitation
Ability to creatively integrate arts and health messages
Organized, flexible, and able to manage multiple projects
Passionate about community empowerment and cultural relevance in health education
Other Characteristics
Familiarity with public health topics affecting urban communities
Comfort working with diverse populations, including youth and seniors
Willingness to engage in both artistic and health education activities
Site Considerations
Public Transportation: Yes
Personal Vehicle Required: No (preferred but not required)
Transportation Costs: Mileage reimbursement and public transit fares as needed
Dress Code: Casual professional; event-appropriate attire for community settings
Special Considerations
Occasional evenings and weekends required for community events
Light physical activity (event setup, carrying materials)
Must pass background checks as required by NHC
Position offers flexible hours for occasional adjustments due to community event scheduling
Language Proficiency
Not required, but bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Expected Service Time
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional evening/weekend events
36–40 hours/week
Service Analysis Information
Knowledge Required: Familiarity with Microsoft Office, social media platforms, and basic data tracking; understanding of public health concepts; community engagement best practices.
Supervision: Member will work under general supervision, with independence to plan and execute recurring assignments.
Review: Projects reviewed for alignment with program goals and community needs; independence encouraged.
Guidelines: Member will follow established program and NHC guidelines, using judgment to adapt activities to the cultural context of the community.
Conduct community outreach and engagement to connect residents with health and wellness resources.
Facilitate educational workshops integrating arts, culture, and public health awareness.
Recruit and coordinate community volunteers for health-focused events and activities.
Build partnerships with local schools, nonprofits, and service agencies to expand reach.
Assist with data collection and reporting to measure program impact.
Other Major Duties
Support marketing and communication efforts, including social media campaigns promoting healthy lifestyles.
Participate in community events and health fairs to promote program initiatives.
Assist in developing culturally relevant health education materials.
Member Position Summary
The member will serve within the Imperial Dynasty Arts Program, focusing on community health outreach through arts-based engagement and educational programming. This position blends creative expression with public health promotion, targeting underserved and underrepresented populations in Wilmington, Delaware.
The member will plan and deliver community-based health education workshops, leveraging the arts as a tool to foster connection, learning, and empowerment. They will coordinate outreach campaigns, collaborate with local partners, and recruit volunteers to support program events.
By combining arts and health education, the member addresses gaps in health awareness, cultural relevance in programming, and access to trusted information. This position complements Imperial Dynasty’s broader mission to use the arts as a vehicle for community development, health promotion, and youth empowerment.
The member will primarily serve urban, low-income, and minority communities with limited access to health resources. They will fill the unmet need for culturally responsive health education and community connection. The role does not replace paid staff or duplicate existing services, and it aligns with AmeriCorps nonduplication and nondisplacement regulations.
Given the nature of the work, the member will have recurring access to vulnerable populations, including youth, seniors, and individuals with chronic health conditions.
Member Position Essential Functions
Program Name: Community Health & Arts Education Initiative (60%)
Activities: Plan and facilitate arts-integrated health workshops; recruit local artists and health educators; organize community events that combine cultural celebration with health resource access.
Outputs: Conduct 12 community workshops per year, reaching approximately 300 residents; host 4 major health-focused community events with an expected attendance of 800 total participants.
Program Name: Volunteer Engagement & Partnerships (30%)
Activities: Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers; establish partnerships with local schools, nonprofits, and health organizations.
Outputs: Recruit and train 25 volunteers annually; build partnerships with at least 5 new organizations.
Program Name: Community Outreach Campaigns (10%)
Activities: Develop and distribute culturally tailored health education materials; manage social media campaigns to increase program visibility.
Outputs: Reach at least 2,000 residents via outreach campaigns; distribute 500+ educational materials annually.
Ideal Candidate
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Experience with community outreach, education, or facilitation
Ability to creatively integrate arts and health messages
Organized, flexible, and able to manage multiple projects
Passionate about community empowerment and cultural relevance in health education
Other Characteristics
Familiarity with public health topics affecting urban communities
Comfort working with diverse populations, including youth and seniors
Willingness to engage in both artistic and health education activities
Site Considerations
Public Transportation: Yes
Personal Vehicle Required: No (preferred but not required)
Transportation Costs: Mileage reimbursement and public transit fares as needed
Dress Code: Casual professional; event-appropriate attire for community settings
Special Considerations
Occasional evenings and weekends required for community events
Light physical activity (event setup, carrying materials)
Must pass background checks as required by NHC
Position offers flexible hours for occasional adjustments due to community event scheduling
Language Proficiency
Not required, but bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Expected Service Time
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional evening/weekend events
36–40 hours/week
Service Analysis Information
Knowledge Required: Familiarity with Microsoft Office, social media platforms, and basic data tracking; understanding of public health concepts; community engagement best practices.
Supervision: Member will work under general supervision, with independence to plan and execute recurring assignments.
Review: Projects reviewed for alignment with program goals and community needs; independence encouraged.
Guidelines: Member will follow established program and NHC guidelines, using judgment to adapt activities to the cultural context of the community.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Providing outreach to agencies to build awareness
- Developing and providing health education for the community
- Utilizing partnerships and data to coordinate referrals
- Attending trainings and/or community events
Characteristics of an Ideal Candidate
Familiar with health-related issues, Team-oriented, Flexible, Able to build strong relationships, Comfort speaking with others, individually or in groups
Knowledge Required for the Position
Knowledge of AmeriCorps/Health Corps member requirements, Skill with Microsoft Office or other software for a variety of data processing operations involving a range of problem solving, record keeping, correspondence, and service tracking options.
Supervision
The supervisor assigns service activities, advises on changes in procedures, and is available for assistance when required
Review
The member independently plans and carries out the projects and selects the approaches and methods to be used in solving problems
Guidelines
Guidelines are generally applicable, but the member independently makes adaptations in dealing with problems and unusual situations
Complexity
The member must develop new techniques, methods, or approaches to complete service position assignments
Special Considerations
Unusual service hours, involving evenings, weekends, or long shifts, Special dress code
Language Proficiency Requirements
Is proficiency in a language other than English required? No
Requires Personal Vehicle
Yes