About The Samaritans Cape Cod and the Islands

The mission of The Samaritans is suicide prevention. A nonprofit organization with decades in volunteer public service and proven expertise in the field, The Samaritans provides support to people who are either contemplating suicide or who have been personally affected by suicide. Our focus is not solely on those people who are at imminent risk for suicide. Our goal is to provide pathways to healing for our whole community. We do this by providing caring, sincere, and attentive listeners who rekindle people’s lost sense of hope, de-escalate situations from a crisis level, and provide the connections that make day to-day living manageable through compassionate interaction in a safe, comfortable, and anonymous environment. We promote an inclusive environment where differences are acknowledged and celebrated, communication is open, conflicts are addressed early and resolved, and where there is a shared mindset of supporting our communities, we serve.  

About the role

This role is based on Cape Cod. Candidates must reside on Cape Cod or within a reasonable commuting distance that allows for consistent, reliable on-site availability.

The Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing outreach strategies to engage the community, build partnerships, and promote the organization’s mission and programs. This role serves as a bridge between the organization and the public, ensuring that community voices are heard and that services are accessible and well-utilized.

What you'll do

• Community Engagement:
• • Plan and execute outreach events, workshops, and community meetings
  • Build relationships with local organizations, schools, businesses, and residents
  • Represent the organization at public events and forums
• Program Promotion:
• • Develop and distribute promotional materials (flyers, newsletters, social media content)
  • Coordinate with development and marketing teams to amplify outreach efforts
• · Partnership Development:
• • Identify and cultivate partnerships with community stakeholders
  • Collaborate with partners on joint initiatives and events

• Data & Reporting:
• • Track outreach metrics and community feedback
  • Prepare reports on outreach outcomes and community needs
  • Maintain accurate records of contacts and activities
• Volunteer Coordination (if applicable):
• • Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for outreach events
  • Ensure volunteers are engaged and supported
  • Maintain a calendar of outreach activities and events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Social Work, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in community outreach, public engagement, or nonprofit work
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Bilingual skills a plus
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed

Preferred Traits

• Passion for community service and social impact
• Creative problem-solver and proactive communicator
• Comfortable with public speaking and group facilitation