Public Relations & Communications Coordinator

EDUCATION, LICENSE, CERTIFICATION and EXPERIENCE:

1. Education Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.

preferred.

2. Licenses No professional license required.

3. Certifications No professional certification required.

4. Experience Two to Four years of Public Relations experience preferred.

REQUIRED SCREENINGS:

1. Drug Screen

2. Physical Assessment

3. Tuberculosis screen

4. Background check (Criminal, Civil, Educational, Previous Employment, etc.)

5. Driver Record screen (positions requiring on-the-job driving)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and implement public relations and communication strategies to promote the organization's brand and mission.
• Write, edit, and distribute press releases, media advisories, newsletters, and promotional content.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, influencers, and media outlets.
• Coordinate and manage media interviews, press conferences, and public events.
• Monitor media coverage and social media channels; analyze and report on the effectiveness of PR campaigns.
• Manage social media accounts and engage with the public to enhance the organization's online presence.
• Support crisis communication efforts by providing timely and accurate information during emergencies.
• Represent Family Health West in all public communications via press release, interviews and media coverage.
• Collaborate with marketing, leadership, and other departments to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
• Maintain and update media contact databases and communication materials.
• Assist in the planning and execution of promotional campaigns and events to increase public awareness
• Prepare reports on communication activities, outcomes, and media impact for senior management.
• Other job duties as assigned.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• General Office Equipment: computer, telephone, keyboard, scanner, mouse, etc.
• Maintains a standard level of professionalism with patients, public and colleagues.
• Responds to all inquiries professionally preserving confidentiality.
• Maintain a positive and professional conduct through both verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Maintains patient/resident/employee privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service education.
• Practice effective interpersonal skills and work productively as a member of a team.

Wage starts at $23.80

FHW offers a full benefits package including:

FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:

Employee Assistance Program

403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule

FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK

Medical Plan Options:

I. PPO plan with copay/coinsurance and lower deductible

II. High Deductible Health Plan with the option for a Health Savings Account.

III. Telemedicine includes in both plan options.

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.

Critical Illness and Accident Plans

Cafeteria Options: Health Reimbursement/ Flex Savings / Dependent Childcare

A host of other options to include: Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection,