Community Outreach Coordinator Jobs in California
Community Outreach Coordinator jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in nonprofit services, public health, education, and local government across Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento. Large anchor employers such as Kaiser Permanente, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, and the University of California system maintain steady hiring across the state. The most in-demand specialties are health equity outreach, housing and homeless services coordination, and environmental justice community engagement. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position: Community Outreach Specialist
Target Compensation: Up to $120,000 per year (base + bonus)
Job Summary
This position is responsible for new admissions and developing relationships with partners such as hospitals, facilities, EAPs, clinicians, and colleges and universities. We are currently hiring Outreach Specialists/Community Outreach Specialists for the Sacramento area. This position involves local travel and outreach. Akua Behavioral Health is a nationally recognized mental health and substance abuse treatment program for adults. Accredited by The Joint Commission, Akua meets the highest quality standards for behavioral health and client care.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Effectively establish, develop, build and maintain new relationships with partners to identify clients in need of treatment.
- Educate the public and community about Akua's clinical programs and culture.
- Promote and raise awareness of Akua at conferences, community meetings, seminars, events, and maintain a positive relationship within the community and public.
- Possess knowledge of clinical modalities, delivery of treatment, interventions and program functions.
- Design, implement and manage strategies for referral source market penetration.
- Work collaboratively with the clinical and admissions teams.
- Strategic travel/call completion to maintain relationships with current and new prospective referral sources.
- Achieve all internal goals to maximize awareness of Akua.
- Maintain frequency of contact by exceeding daily/weekly/monthly sales activities quota.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Bachelor's or equivalent degree (Required)
- Minimum of 2 years Behavioral Health Outreach Experience (Preferred)
- Valid Driver License - Driving and/or local travel is an essential requirement of the position, as is a clean driving record (Required)
- Excellent communication and customer service skills is required, must be organized and reliable.
We are seeking hungry enthusiastic individuals who want to learn, grow and produce results.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in community outreach coordinator jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in public health, social work, communications, or a related field
- Two or more years of community engagement or outreach experience in a California context
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Cantonese, or another language spoken in target communities
- Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with community-based organizations and local agencies
- Experience using data management or case tracking systems such as Salesforce or similar platforms
- Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation for field-based outreach assignments
Community Outreach Coordinator Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a community outreach coordinator in California?
Most community outreach coordinator positions in California require at least a bachelor's degree in public health, social work, sociology, or communications. There is no single state-issued license for this role, but candidates working in health-focused positions often strengthen their profile with a Certified Health Education Specialist credential. County public health departments, UC and CSU campuses, and large nonprofits are the primary entry points, and fluency in a second language common to California communities gives applicants a concrete competitive edge.
Which companies hire community outreach coordinators in California?
California community outreach coordinator roles are posted by Maximus, OverSightMD, and Serene health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's density of large county health agencies, federally qualified health centers, and nationally headquartered nonprofits means consistent year-round hiring across the state.
Which California cities have the most community outreach coordinator jobs?
San Jose, San Diego, and Los Angeles have the most community outreach coordinator openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its scale and the concentration of county health departments, large nonprofits, and community health centers, while San Francisco and Sacramento reflect significant public sector and advocacy-sector demand driven by state government offices and regional healthcare systems headquartered in those metros.
Are there remote community outreach coordinator jobs in California?
Yes, but they are relatively uncommon, since the role is by nature field-based and relationship-driven. About 46% of community outreach coordinator openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to cluster in coordination, grant reporting, and administrative outreach functions rather than direct community engagement work.
How can I get hired as a community outreach coordinator in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an AmeriCorps placement with a California-based host site, which many Los Angeles and Bay Area nonprofits use to bring in community workers who can be hired full-time after service. Lateral moves from roles such as case aide, community health worker, or social services assistant at county agencies or federally qualified health centers are also common. Completing a community health worker certificate through a California Community College strengthens an entry-level application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to community outreach coordinator jobs in California?
You can find and apply to community outreach coordinator jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your background and location, then apply directly through each listing without needing to create a profile first.
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