Outreach Specialist (N)
University of Miami

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The University of Miami is seeking an Outreach Specialist 1 to work at Soffer Clinical Research Center in Miami. The incumbent supports in developing and implementing new and existing public education and outreach programs serving as a liaison to the community. Moreover, he/she performs a wide variety of duties and demonstrates a high level of professionalism and effectiveness.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Supports in the development and implementation of public education and outreach programs.
2. Works with community-based organizations to plan promotional educational and other events targeted towards designing an increased awareness in the community.
3. Aids with the preparation and distribution of public health education and navigation manuals.
4. Develops professional relationships with mental health providers, researchers, and community members.
5. Collaborates with other members of the team on special projects and events.
6. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:

Minimum 3 year of relevant experience

Experience with opioid use disorder, (lived, preferable) or related preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
  
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
  
• Commitment to the University's core values.
  
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
  
• Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).
  
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills preferred.
  
• Knowledgeable and familiar with people who have opioid use disorder preferred.
  
• Knowledgeable and familiar with Black/African American populations and local communities preferred.
  
• Ability to make decisions and use sound judgment preferred.
  
• Ability to analyze, recognize, and solve problems preferred.
  
• Maintain research compliance preferred.
  

Department Specific Functions

1. Responsible for conducting outreach, education, and engagement activities to identify and recruit study participants
2. Responsible for tracking study participants after enrollment and maintaining high rates of retention in research follow-up assessments.
3. Participate in outreach data collection activities.
4. Responsible for engaging in outreach at community and social service agencies, such as food distribution sites, needle and syringe exchange programs, health clinics, hospital emergency departments, and health fairs or other community events.
5. Participate in all required in-person and remote trainings and meetings.
6. Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and protocol adherence.
7. Other duties as assigned.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:
Part time

Employee Type:
Staff

Pay Grade:
A5

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