Outreach Specialist

Organization: COCAS (Commission on Culture and Society) & ME Living Inc.
Location: Georgia (Hiram base with community travel, hybrid work available)
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

About Us

At COCAS & ME Living, we transform lives by providing housing, therapy, case management, reentry support, and recovery programs. Our mission extends beyond our walls we engage directly with the community to connect individuals and families to vital resources, partnerships, and hope.

We are seeking a dynamic Outreach Specialist to help expand our visibility, build relationships, and bring more people into the programs that change lives.

Position Summary

The Outreach Specialist will represent COCAS & ME Living in the community, creating partnerships with local organizations, promoting services, and ensuring underserved populations know how to access our support. This role blends advocacy, relationship-building, and community education.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, faith-based groups, nonprofits, probation/parole, shelters, and local agencies.

• Attend and represent the organization at community events, job fairs, and resource fairs.

• Conduct outreach presentations to raise awareness of available services.

• Distribute marketing and program materials in key community locations.

• Support referrals into housing, therapy, and reentry programs.

• Collect outreach data and report outcomes to leadership.

• Work with the marketing team to align community messaging with campaigns.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.

• Excellent communication and public speaking abilities.

• Organized and able to track outreach contacts, referrals, and data.

• Passion for serving diverse, vulnerable populations.

• Culturally competent and sensitive to community needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelors degree preferred.

• 12 years of experience in outreach, case management, or community engagement.

• Knowledge of local community resources in Georgia is a plus.

• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $16 $22 per hour (based on experience).

• Flexible scheduling (evenings/weekends for events as needed).

• Opportunities for growth into Outreach Coordinator or Community Engagement Manager roles.

• Be part of a mission-driven team with measurable community impact.

How to Apply

Send your resume to: hr@cocas.org
Questions? Call: 888-635-1022 ext. 1013
Learn more: www.cocas.org 
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