Community Outreach Specialist

Community Outreach Specialist responsible for responding to traumatic events and promoting mental well-being. Responsibilities include collaborating with law enforcement and community stakeholders to identify education needs, delivering trainings such as Mental Health First Aid and Suicide Prevention, building relationships with local sites to implement preventative training, and providing resources to diverse populations. Requires after-hours and weekend event participation, travel within Virginia, and a valid Virginia driver’s license. Reports to the Traumatic Event Response Program and acts as a liaison to community representatives to enhance crisis response and prevention efforts. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and one year of group training facilitation experience, with demonstrated experience in mental health promotion and suicide prevention. The position is full-time with a comprehensive benefits package and a criminal history background check. The posting notes a salary of $48,317 annually and a focus on empathy, excellence, and integrity in a professional environment.