Description

The FELLAS Recruitment Specialist is responsible for identifying, engaging, and enrolling eligible fathers into the FELLAS Fatherhood Program, which supports men in Essex, Hudson, and Passaic Counties. This role involves strategic outreach, community engagement, and partnership development to promote program participation and retention.

Essential Functions

Conduct in-person and remote outreach/marketing activities to recruit eligible fathers/clients throughout Essex, Hudson, and Passaic Counties. Outreach activities can include, but are not limited to, street canvassing, participation in health fairs, tabling, and conducting promotional presentations
Cultivate meaningful partnerships with local entities (including community-based organizations, clinics/hospitals, businesses, faith-based institutions, and schools) to maintain and promote a steady referral process
Schedule and facilitate presentations to promote the FELLAS program at local organizations and community meetings
Assist in administration/collection of required forms (intakes and consents) and survey tools
Assist with the planning of promotional events and fatherhood bonding activities
Track outreach and recruitment activities and contacts with potential clients
Distribute marketing materials
Prepare reports and documents as needed
Maintain tracking files confidentially in accordance with HIPAA regulations
Attend ongoing trainings as required
Serve as backup for Program Specialists as needed

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Associate's degree required, Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Community Health Education, Public Health, or related field preferred
Minimum two years’ community outreach/community health experience required
Familiarity with the geographic area and population to be served is required; knowledge of cultural and lifestyle diversity issues with the ability to network
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required
Excellent engagement skills, written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work flexible hours, including some occasional evening and weekend hours

DEIB Drivers for Success

PMCH aims to foster a workplace culture that prioritizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our collective vision is to create an antiracist organization through:

Encouraging bidirectional and transparent communication
Promoting a culture of belonging
Practicing cross-program collaboration and engagement
Engaging in continuous learning/enrichment
Embracing inclusive representation and practices

Functional Requirements of the Role

This role may involve a range of physical, sensory, and cognitive tasks. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to support individuals in performing essential functions.

Immunization Policy

All PMCH employees must comply with the guidelines of our Immunization Policy.

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