[Remote] Community Engagement Specialist, Los Angeles County
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Zócalo Health is a tech-driven provider focused on serving the Latino community through personalized healthcare solutions. The Community Engagement Specialist will connect with community members to raise awareness of services and assist in enrolling eligible patients into care.
Responsibilities
- Engage directly with community members to educate them on our programs and services
- Conduct outreach at events, local gathering spots, and through door-to-door or neighborhood canvassing
- Identify individuals who may benefit from our services and guide them through initial intake and enrollment steps
- Represent the organization with professionalism and cultural humility in all community interactions
- Distribute flyers, outreach materials, and other resources to increase visibility in target areas
- Capture and log outreach activities, interactions, and outcomes accurately in internal systems
- Report on trends, barriers, and opportunities observed in the field to help inform broader outreach strategy
- Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure warm handoffs and continuity of care
Skills
- 1+ year of experience in community outreach, canvassing, public health, or a customer-facing role
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport with diverse populations
- Passion for community service, public health, or social impact work
- Comfort working in the field, including in non-traditional hours or settings (e.g., weekends, outdoor events)
- Organized, reliable, and self-motivated
- Bilingual English-Spanish
- Familiarity with the local community and its needs
Benefits
- Equity compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- 401k
- Generous PTO policy (up to 15 days per year for FT employees)
- $1,000 home office stipend
- We provide the equipment needed for this role.
- Opportunity for rapid career progression with plenty of room for personal growth.
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