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Methodist Health System · 4 weeks ago

Director of Community Relations and Volunteer Services

Celina, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Methodist Health System is a leading healthcare provider, and they are seeking a Director of Community Relations and Volunteer Services. This role is responsible for leading community relations strategies, securing patient stories for marketing materials, and overseeing the Volunteer Services Department at Methodist Celina Medical Center.

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Responsibilities

Identify, pitch, and secure news stories in accordance with standards set by Chief Marketing Officer and Assistant Vice President of Public Relations

Assist in developing social media posts and blog articles for various Methodist social channels

Develop and coordinate events and programs for Methodist Celina Medical Center and as assigned for Methodist Health System corporate, to include open houses, groundbreaking ceremonies, dedications, celebrations, and community health education programs

Represent Methodist Health System and Methodist Celina as the contact for participation in sponsorships, donations, and community volunteer initiatives; establish criteria for involvement

Serve as liaison between the hospital and nearby community groups, leaders, boards, and area EMS teams

Plan and implement budget for community involvement programs

Identifies high impact use of marketing dollars to reach strategically targeted demographics

Build and maintain key relationships within the hospital and Methodist Health System to ensure a current, in-depth knowledge of services and key events

Communicate professionally and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to both physicians, executives and laypeople, with attention to detail and accuracy

Serve as part of PR crisis communications team

Write for internal newsletters and external award nominations

Working with staff, assess needs of departments and develop volunteer placements

Recruit qualified volunteers. Locate volunteer resources to meet special needs and requests

Develops placements to meet interests and capabilities of volunteers

Lead the hospital’s volunteer department, including recruiting and retaining volunteers to serve in various capacities around the campus

Qualification

Public relations experienceCommunity engagementEvent planningBachelor’s Degree in PRWriting skillsVolunteer managementSocial media developmentCrisis communication