Community Health Outreach Educator

Community Engagement and Outreach

• Actively engage with local LGBTQI+ and Black communities to understand their diverse needs and preferences.
• Plan and execute outreach events, workshops, and activities that promote awareness, health equity, and inclusivity.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community members, organizations, and leaders to enhance access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services.
• Advocate for the rights and well-being of LGBTQI+ and Black individuals, including addressing systemic barriers to care.
• Conduct outreach throughout the City of Newburgh, the City of Poughkeepsie and Kingston and provide workshops at various community venues, such as community-based organizations, food pantries, laundromats, salons, as required.
• Collaborate with community organizations and stakeholders to deepen partnerships and promote inclusivity.
• Promote enrollment in Family Planning Benefit Programs (FPBP) and other healthcare initiatives.
• Build trust across cultural differences and reflect on personal identity with humility to foster strong relationships.

Navigation and Resource Connection

• Identify and connect individuals with relevant community resources, healthcare services, and support networks.
• Stay informed about local, regional, and national services and programs that benefit marginalized communities.
• Aid individuals in accessing culturally competent resources and provide crisis support when needed.
• Maintain a working knowledge of AIRS, Salesforce, and other reporting platforms for documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent updates to referral lists and resource materials.
• Assist clients in making appointments and provide general referrals to health and social services.

Program and Administrative Support

• Complete PPGNY training on sexual and reproductive health, outreach, and facilitation skills.
• Support planning, scheduling, and execution of outreach and education programs.
• Prepare materials for workshops and outreach events and ensure accurate data collection and reporting.
• Represent the department at internal and external meetings, coalitions, and community events.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote and provide referrals to PPGNY’s educational and advocacy programs.

Special Projects and Additional Duties

• Perform other educational or community-based duties as assigned, including participation in special projects.