Community Education Specialist

Summary

This position provides training, technical assistance, and ongoing support for parents, volunteers, and community partners in The Family Tree’s evidence-informed models, with the goal of strengthening family functioning and preventing child abuse and neglect. The role focuses on building knowledge and skills in child and youth development, as well as effective behavior management, across Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and surrounding areas. The position actively engages parents to enhance their capacity and confidence in supporting their children. Work hours are flexible and responsive to the needs of the community.

Responsibilities

• Execute parent education and engagement strategies within assigned communities to support participation and strengthen family outcomes.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders and parent leaders through ongoing consultation and collaboration.
• Promote child abuse prevention through outreach, presentations, and community engagement efforts.
• Plan and facilitate workshops that focus on positive parenting and strengthening families.
• Deliver training sessions in schools and community settings on child development, abuse prevention, and effective parenting practices.
• Support the recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers and student interns.
• Assess family needs and collaborate with parents to develop action plans and connect them with appropriate resources.
• Maintain accurate program documentation, including participant records, assessments, and evaluation tools in the agency database.
• Administer client satisfaction surveys and conduct follow-up activities to evaluate program effectiveness.
• Prepare and submit monthly statistical and program reports in accordance with organizational requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences or related field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Mental Health, Nursing, or Education) preferred.

• Associate’s degree in behavioral sciences or related field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Mental Health, Human Services, Nursing, or Education) required, OR
• Completion of at least 60 credit hours from an accredited four-year college or university in a behavioral science or related field.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Human Services, Social Services, or related field.
• At least one (1) year of direct experience working with children and/or families in group settings.
• Prior experience in teaching, training, or facilitating workshops strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of child development and effective parenting practices.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate group presentations and trainings.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including word processing.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish) highly preferred.

Work Environment

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, to meet community needs.
• Reliable transportation required to serve the Baltimore metropolitan area.
• If transportation is by own personal car, you must provide a valid driver’s license and car insurance coverage.
• Willingness and ability to travel to multiple program sites and communities throughout the state of Maryland.

Additional Information

Who We Are:
LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to “improve the health of people in the communities we serve.” Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

What We Offer:
Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.

Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.

Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.

Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.

Why LifeBridge Health?
With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.