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Community Liaison

Newport Mental Health
dental insurance, life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, mileage reimbursement
United States, Rhode Island, Middletown
Dec 03, 2024
WHO WE ARE... Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic. For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR... Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health's mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care. Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You're a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities. Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes. Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines. WHAT WE OFFER... Excellent Health and Dental Insurance Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly. Up to 11 Paid Holidays Retirement program through Mutual of America Additional supplemental insurance programs Tuition reimbursement Mileage reimbursement Employer paid life insurance Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) ... This position is responsible for the administrative excellence which promotes the development and implementation of the outreach and housing as well as criminal Justice diversion initiatives for children, adults and Families of NMH. The Community Liaison works with NMH leadership to develop and sustain positive relationships with new and existing community partners and supports the administrative functions of the teams. Essential Duties: Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to behavioral health care; serves as ambassador for internal and external customers. Excellent computer and communication skills both written and verbal. Approaches the work with enthusiasm. Demonstrate exceptional follow through. Initiates and maintains strengths based relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. Helps to develop the connections between the stakeholder's progress and services. Excellent team player Effectively communicates NMH values and norms in all efforts Adheres to NMH policies and practices. Develops and Manages schedules. Project Management talent and skills Supports the effective marketing of services to community members using culturally relevant venues. Works to develop a community engagement plan. Increases community engagement by offering community members greater access to information. Implement online and offline strategies to collect feedback, recommendations, and input and communicate with community. Works to support the development of effective business partnerships with healthcare providers and community organizations. Identifies and responds to community need and serves as educational resource. Initiates and facilitates communication between healthcare providers, community organizations and Newport Mental Health to ensure awareness of community support programs. Assists with development and implementation of comprehensive community relations program; responsible for metrics related to performance. Maintains database of community partner contacts, opportunities, and progress toward resolution of issues. Meets regularly with supervisor to discuss challenges and for strategic planning Represents the EVP and Program director at meetings as assigned WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU... 5 years' experience in a high level administrative position with independent problem solving and leadership abilities required. Excellent computer skills including professional advanced understanding of PowerPoint, Excel, and other electronic platforms. Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to work independently and with groups of people. Highly organized and works well as a part of a team. Proactive, flexible and solution focused work style Ability to set priorities and goals. APPLY NOW Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources: Human Resources Newport Mental Health 42 Valley Road Middletown, RI 02842 Tel: 401-846-1213 Fax: 401-324-6251 Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.