Parent Engagement Outreach Coordinator

The Black Child Development Institute of Wisconsin (BCDI-Wisconsin) is seeking a self-motivated Parent Engagement Outreach Coordinator. Under the leadership of the Manager of Maternal and Child Health Services, the Parent Engagement Outreach Coordinator implements programs and activities that promote meaningful parent and family engagement across BCDI-Wisconsin initiatives, with primary responsibility for supporting the Healthy Start for Growing Families (HSFGF) program funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The focus of this grant is to improve birth outcomes before, during and after pregnancy in Milwaukee and Racine. The primary objective of this role is to recruit, engage, and retain parent participation within the community consortium.

The Community Consortium is the community aspect of the Healthy Start for Growing Families Program that is led by BCDI. The consortium brings together stakeholders who are invested in maternal and child health, program partners, and parents within the community to take action towards improving birth outcomes in Milwaukee and Racine.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

The Black Child Development Institute-Wisconsin (BCDI-Wisconsin) is a vital organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for Black children and families.  Our mission is to enhance the well-being of Black children, from birth through age eight.  We focus on their unique attributes and needs, advocating for equitable opportunities and justice.  We are the proud Wisconsin affiliate of the National Black Child Development Institute, with 50 years of success, having its headquarters in Springfield, MD. Information about the National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) can be found at www.nbcdi.org/.

Our Areas of Focus:

• Early Care and Education: Promoting quality across the birth-to-eight continuum.

• Literacy: Ensuring reading proficiency by third grade for all students.

• Family Engagement: Encouraging long-term family involvement.

• Policy Advocacy: Informing policies at federal, state, and local levels.

• Child Welfare: Addressing critical issues affecting Black children.
• Health and Wellness: Supporting holistic well-being.

Our Impact: As the preeminent voice for Black children and families, BCDI Wisconsin strives to create an equitable and just future for children in the Southeast Wisconsin area.

Eight Essential Outcomes:

Our Eight Essential Outcomes provide a framework for Black child development from birth through age eight. We envision a world in which every Black child can have:

1. Safe Community: Black children thrive when they grow up in safe and supportive physical and social environments, fostering long-term resilience.
2. Positive Representation: Exposure to characters and stories that reflect their identity improves self-esteem, empathy, and cultural understanding.
3. Nutrition: Access to culturally relevant meals ensures health and well-being.
4. Healthy Birth Weight: Being born between 5.5 and 8 pounds contributes to a healthier life.
5. Childhood Identity: When perceived as children, Black children can express themselves and explore imaginatively.
6. Clean Air and Water: Sustained access to clean air and water supports healthy development.
7. Digital Safety: Engaging with safe and age-appropriate digital content promotes learning and digital skills.
8. Affirming Schools: Participation in schools that support their identity expands their potential.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop, coordinate, and implement parent and family engagement strategies for the Healthy Start for Growing Families program that include workshops, educational classes, support groups, outreach activities, and community events aligned with BCDI-Wisconsin’s mission and grant objectives.

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with parents, caregivers, community members, healthcare providers, schools, and community-based organizations to strengthen family engagement and improve access to resources.

• Represent BCDI-Wisconsin and the Healthy Start for Growing Families program at community meetings, outreach events, health fairs, and public engagement opportunities while independently coordinating outreach activities and serving as a professional ambassador for the organization.

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and facilitation of Healthy Start Community Consortium meetings, including logistics, participant engagement, parent recruitment, documentation, follow-up communication, and activities that advance community collaboration and grant objectives.

• Foster collaboration among HSFGF community health navigators, and grant partners to strengthen referral networks, align resources, and reduce duplication of services.

• Maintain accurate and timely records of outreach activities, participant engagement, grant deliverables, attendance, evaluations, surveys, reports, and other required documentation while ensuring compliance with Healthy Start and BCDI-Wisconsin reporting requirements.

• Collect, analyze, and summarize program data to evaluate outcomes, identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and prepare reports for leadership.
• Communicate proactively with supervisors regarding program activities, scheduling changes, community partnerships, barriers to assigned responsibilities, and other issues that may impact program delivery.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, professional development, and other organizational activities while performing additional duties that support the mission of BCDI-Wisconsin and the Healthy Start for Growing Families program.

Education / Experience / Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Education, Child Development, Human Services, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or a related field preferred. An Associate’s degree with relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience will also be considered.

• Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in parent engagement, community outreach, maternal and child health, public health, family support services, nonprofit programming, education, or related field.

• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and automobile insurance that meets organizational requirements.

• Ability to successfully complete all required background checks and employment verifications.

• Experience planning, coordinating, and facilitating community outreach activities, workshops, educational programming, support groups, or public engagement events is preferred.

• Experience supporting grant-funded programs, collecting program data, maintaining documentation, and meeting reporting requirements is preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations using culturally responsive and family-centered practices is preferred.
• Experience with community building, collective impact initiatives, or cross-sector partnerships is preferred.

Skills / Abilities

• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, facilitation, and public speaking skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.

• Strong organizational, time management, and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while exercising sound judgment, initiative, and adaptability.

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to respond effectively to changing priorities and community needs.

• Ability to establish and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with families, community partners, and stakeholders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, virtual meeting platforms, and social media platforms.

• Knowledge of family engagement principles, community resources, and culturally responsive practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when working with families, community partners, and sensitive information.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires frequent travel throughout Milwaukee and Racine to support outreach activities and community engagement. Employees must be able to:

• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.

• Load, unload, transport, and set up outreach materials, including folding tables, chairs, display materials, educational resources, and event supplies.

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift during community events, workshops, and outreach activities.

• Operate a personal vehicle for local travel and transport program materials as needed.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position operates in a hybrid work environment consisting of professional office settings and community-based locations throughout Milwaukee and Racine Counties. The Parent Engagement Outreach Coordinator regularly represents BCDI-Wisconsin at community events, schools, healthcare organizations, faith-based institutions, and partner organizations.

This position requires a flexible schedule, including regular evening and weekend work based on community programming, outreach events, and organizational needs. Employees are expected to work independently in community settings, manage event logistics, and communicate proactively with supervisors regarding scheduling changes, barriers to assigned responsibilities, or other issues that may impact program delivery.

Local travel is required. Employees must maintain a valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and automobile insurance that meets organizational requirements.

COMPENSATION:  Exempt, full-time, salaried position with annual compensation review.

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Flexible Office Hours: Monday to Friday.
• Evenings and Weekends (based upon community engagement activities)

BENEFITS:

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Paid time off, holiday pay
• Mileage reimbursement

WORK LOCATION: BCDI-WICSONSIN Headquarters, 4295 West Bradley Road, Suite 202, Brown Deer, WI.  Onsite, full-time, Monday – Friday, with flexible hours.  Occasional travel to Racine, WI area to support broader community engagement.

 

Please note: supervisory references will be required for candidates who progress to onsite interview.  

 

 

BCDI-Wisconsin is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.