Community Relations Coordinator - Memphis Allies

Overview

Company Overview

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. 

If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

This position will service the North Memphis community.

Responsibilities

Program Overview

Launched by Youth Villages, Memphis Allies is a bold collaborative initiative, bringing together community groups and resources to reduce gun violence and create safer neighborhoods and more opportunity for adults and their families.

Position Overview

Our Community Relations Coordinator job duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Educating the community on the Memphis Allies initiative.
•  Developing and strengthening relationships with other community organizations, businesses, and faith-based ministries.
•  Collaborating with key local stakeholders involved directly or indirectly with reducing gun violence.
•  Develop and implement strategies to engage with community members and stakeholders, fostering strong relationships. Increase portfolio pipeline within respective regions.
•  Participate in the preparation of communication materials that will be used during partner presentations and disseminated at community events.
•  Plan, Develop and Organize Volunteers to implement community outreach programs and coordinate special events that promote the Memphis Allies initiative.
•  Plan, Lead and Facilitate the Stage 3 Community Action Project for participants in SWITCH programming.
•  Conduct research to understand community needs, interests, and demographics, and use this data to inform program development.
•  Attend community meetings, events and forums to represent the organization and network with community leaders and residents.
•  Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Requirements

•  Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred. (Degrees that can be considered include but are not limited to: Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, Education, Psychology and Social Work.) High School diploma or equivalent required.
•  Experience in community outreach or public relations.
•  Experience in planning and executing events, including logistics and vendor management and budgeting.
•  Proven ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse groups including community members, organization, and stakeholders.
•  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related writing and presentation software
•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•  Great interpersonal skills and ability to work well as part of a team Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive or controversial subjects with tact, kindness, and professionalism

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision401(k)2 weeks paid vacation12 paid sick days per year11 paid holidays

Paid Parental LeaveMileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision

Growth & development through continuous training

Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.