COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for BOTH 2024 and 2025 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture. Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “Best Place to Work”, please submit your resume today for consideration! Job Title: Community Engagement Specialist Program: Development location: Office 1500 Route 88, Brick New Jersey Position Type: Full Time Salary: $55,000.00 Job Description/Summary This position is responsible for advancing PBHG’s brand, strengthening its strategic position in the market, and expanding its connection to the communities it serves. Through coordinated marketing, communications, digital engagement, community relations, and development support, the role will increase awareness of PBHG’s services, elevate its impact and reputation, and create meaningful connections with clients, partners, donors, and community stakeholders. Ultimately, the position ensures PBHG is visible, recognizable, accessible, and strategically positioned to further its mission and expand its impact. Responsibilities Marketing Strategy, Brand Management & Creative Services Implement organizational marketing strategy and prioritiesConduct marketing needs assessments to identify goals, target audiences, messaging needsMaintain brand consistency across programs, departments, and locationsCoordinate with marketing consultants to ensure strategic alignment and adherence to marketing policies and proceduresGather and develop testimonials, impact stories, and success stories that demonstrate mission impactDevelop graphic design and creative assets for digital and print marketingCreate brochures, flyers, signage, advertisements, promotional materials, infographics, and other collateralCoordinate print production and outside vendors as neededMaintain marketing templates, photography, and brand assets Digital Marketing & Communications Social Media ManagementDevelop and maintain organization-wide social media calendar, create, schedule, and publish contentDevelop graphics, photography, video, and other digital contentMonitor messages, comments, engagement, and customer inquiries; Coordinate responses and escalate concerns when appropriateMaintain appropriate account access and security, monitor engagement and performance Email Marketing – Internal & ExternalCoordinate internal and external email communicationsDevelop email strategy and campaign calendarsWrite and develop contentCreate graphics and email layoutsManage distribution lists and schedulingMonitor campaign engagement and effectiveness Website & Digital Presence ManagementMaintain accurate and current website contentComplete ongoing program, staff, event, and organizational updatesCoordinate larger website changes as neededPerform basic SEO maintenanceMaintain Google/local business listings and monitor online reputation III. Community Relations & Organizational Visibility Maintain calendar of community events and opportunities; coordinate registration/participationCoordinate staff attendance and representation; attend priority community eventsCapture live photos/video and promote organizational participationDevelop post-event social media and communicationsBuild and maintain relationships with community organizations and partnersIdentify opportunities to increase organizational visibility and engagement IV. Development & Fundraising Support Develop event graphics, collateral, signage, digital content, and promotional materials for fundraising campaigns and eventsSupport event registration and communicationsProvide event-day marketing and logistical support as neededCapture content for post-event marketing and donor communicationsMaintain and restock promotional items and organizational swagSupport development-related mailings and receivables General Coordination & Administrative Support Integrated Across Responsibilities Maintain marketing and community relations calendarsCoordinate projects, deadlines, vendors, and deliverablesMaintain marketing files, assets, and inventoriesProvide additional marketing, communications, community relations, and development support as assigned Qualifications Education - Bachelor’s degree plus 1 – 3 years of marketing and communications experience. Comprehensive Benefits Package Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance403(b) Retirement PlanGenerous Paid Time Off and Paid HolidaysLong Term Disability InsuranceLife and AD&D InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Account and Health Savings AccountVoluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet InsuranceStaff Training and Development OpportunitiesEmployee Referral Bonus program eoe PI287616183