[Remote] Community Engagement Specialist (Santa Clara County)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Zócalo Health is a tech-driven provider focused on improving healthcare for Latinos. The Community Engagement Specialist will serve as a frontline ambassador, connecting with community members to raise awareness about services and enroll eligible patients into care through active outreach efforts.
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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