Remote Community Engagement Lead

Summary

Join us in this exciting opportunity to be a driving force for health, connection, and community in a rapidly growing organization. As a Community Engagement Lead (CEL), you will drive our mission forward through the Connect for Life program by building strong connections, promoting wellness, and supporting community health.

Requirements

• A passion for working with Medicaid/Medicare/DSNP populations and a commitment to creating strong, supportive communities
• 3+ years of relevant experience in community outreach, teaching, facilitation, or volunteer work, with healthcare experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to engage and inspire diverse community members
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with leadership qualities
• Experience leading or supporting community programs with 500+ members
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting, with exceptional organizational and prioritization skills
• Reliable transportation and flexibility for after-hours and weekend work

Responsibilities

• Lead the Connect for Life program using our curriculum to build trust and improve health outcomes
• Host virtual and in-person events that bring members together, ensuring they engage regularly and support one another
• Provide leadership to peers and assist your manager in guiding the team as needed
• Plan and host community-building events, coordinating logistics, member outreach, and venue selection
• Collaborate with team members to ensure successful event execution and support peers with their event needs
• Proactively engage with members through one-on-one home visits, phone calls, and community events to ensure participation and build lasting relationships
• Meet monthly engagement goals and assist members in resolving healthcare needs
• Record all member interactions, outreach, and attendance in Wider Circle’s digital system for effective tracking and reporting
• Identify and mentor community members as potential Wider Circle Ambassadors to support event coordination and strengthen member connections
• Reach out to potential members through phone, in-person engagement, or events, developing personalized plans to enroll them in the Connect-for-Life program
• Act as a bridge between members, their healthcare providers, and local organizations, helping them access additional services and close care gaps
• Build partnerships with community-based organizations to expand resources for members
• Achieve member engagement and growth targets, tracking success through attendance, feedback, and other metrics
• Assist your manager by supporting Community Engagement Specialists (CES) in their roles, including training and shadowing as needed
• Conduct home visits to engage with hard-to-reach members and encourage their participation in events
• Maintain reliable transportation and the ability to travel up to 50 miles to member homes

Benefits

• Starting at $17.52-$18.76/hr- pay is commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to grow with the company
• Full-time hours available
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity to make the world a better place