Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator- 10960

The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless

The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for homeless and at-risk families, children, and individuals throughout Colorado. The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves.

About the Role

The Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the recovery journey of Sage Ridge residents by building and maintaining relationships with community partners, coordinating meaningful volunteer opportunities, and organizing on-campus and off-site events. This position bridges the campus with the broader community to enhance resident experience, recovery resources, and community awareness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a volunteer database and schedule volunteer activities to support campus programming.
• Provide orientation and supervision for volunteers, ensuring alignment with recovery values and safety protocols.
• Track volunteer hours and impact for reporting purposes.
• Plan and execute internal events (e.g., sober celebrations, alumni days, graduation ceremonies).
• Cookinate off-site events and community outings that support residents’ recovery and reintegration.
• Partner with local businesses, organizations, and donors to enhance event success and resident engagement.
• Manage event logistics including scheduling, supplies, staffing, budgeting, and promotion.
• Evaluate event outcomes and collect feedback to improve future programming.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, donors, landlords, and service providers.
• Manage The Vault (Campus Store) and The Warehouse (Donation Center)
• Represent Sage Ridge at community events, fairs, and forums to promote awareness and build partnerships.
• Collaborate with staff to identify and fulfill program needs through community resources and in-kind donations.
• Organize community service opportunities for residents in alignment with recovery goals.

Qualifications

• A summary of qualifications including an associate or bachelor’s degree in human services, Communications, Public Relations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in event planning, volunteer management, or community outreach (1–2 years).
• Experience working in recovery, social services, or nonprofit settings preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, trauma-informed environment.
• Must pass a background check and possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Experience

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with recovery principles, harm reduction, or lived experience in recovery is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work under deadlines, and creatively solve problems.

Benefits

• Choice of HMO or PPO health insurance coverage options: full-time employees contribute only 1% of their earnings for their own HMO health coverage and no more than 4% of their earnings for coverage of eligible dependents.
• Choice of dental insurance or discount plan.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care / dependent care / parking expenses.
• Free basic life and AD&D insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program, a problem-solving resource available to you and your household members.
• Dollar-for-dollar retirement plan matching contributions up to 5% of earnings with 3-year vesting.
• Extensive paid time-off, including 9 holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and three weeks of vacation for new full-time employees in their first year.

Pay

$20.64 - $24.28 an hour

Schedule

Not specified