Communications & Outreach Specialist
Overview
Are you a storyteller, strategist, and relationship builder who wants your work to make a real impact? Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a Communications & Outreach Specialist to lead community engagement initiatives, develop meaningful communication campaigns, and strengthen partnerships that improve the health and well-being of communities throughout Central Illinois.
Why You'll Love This Role
Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment while collaborating with a passionate, mission-driven team. Lead communication campaigns that make a measurable impact on community health and wellness. Build relationships with schools, healthcare providers, community organizations, and local leaders. Own projects from concept to completion, combining strategy, creativity, writing, and outreach. Grow your career while working for a nationally recognized leader in integrated healthcare, prevention, research, and community engagement.
Responsibilities
- Lead communication campaigns that make a measurable impact on community health and wellness.
- Build relationships with schools, healthcare providers, coalitions, nonprofit organizations, and community partners.
- Own projects from concept to completion, combining strategy, creativity, writing, and outreach.
- Grow your career while working for a nationally recognized leader in integrated healthcare, prevention, research, and community engagement.
- Create compelling messaging, educational materials, digital content, presentations, and communication strategies for diverse audiences.
- Collaborate with graphic designers, community partners, and internal stakeholders to develop engaging campaigns and outreach materials.
- Coordinate communication projects from planning through implementation while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Maintain confidentiality of organizational information.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with five years of relevant experience, or master's degree with two years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, behavioral health, public health, or a related field.
- Exceptional writing, editing, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
- Experience developing communication campaigns, public outreach initiatives, marketing projects, educational materials, or community engagement strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills with internal teams and community partners.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with virtual meeting platforms and online reporting systems.
- Valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and an insurable driving record.
- Ability to travel throughout the service area.
- Reliable home internet connection.
- Ability to obtain DCFS CANTS Child Abuse Clearance.
Qualifications
- Must have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and an insurable driving record.
- Must have a reliable home internet connection.
- Must be able to obtain DCFS CANTS Child Abuse Clearance.
Skills
- Writing, editing, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
- Collaboration and relationship-building skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with virtual meeting platforms and online reporting systems.
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Professional development and continuing education
- Employee assistance program and wellness resources
About Chestnut
Since 1973, Chestnut Health Systems has been a leader in integrated healthcare, providing behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, prevention, research, and training throughout Illinois and Missouri. Our communications team plays an important role in advancing health equity by connecting individuals, families, and communities with resources that improve lives.