Community Outreach Specialist Jobs in Louisiana
Community Outreach Specialist jobs in Louisiana are consistently active, with steady demand across public health agencies, nonprofit organizations, and social services providers concentrated in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport. Large employers with lasting hiring presence include Louisiana Public Health Institute, Ochsner Health, and the Louisiana Department of Health, which regularly fill outreach roles tied to community health education, disaster recovery, and workforce development. The most sought-after specializations are public health outreach, bilingual community engagement, and social services navigation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position: Community Outreach & Marketing Coordinator
Location: The Ness Center
Status: Full Time, Exempt
Job Summary:
The Ness Center is seeking a Community Outreach Coordinator to develop and manage community engagement, marketing, and outreach initiatives that support organizational goals. This role builds relationships with referral sources, healthcare providers, and community partners to increase awareness, strengthen partnerships, and expand service line reach.
The Coordinator plans and executes community events, educational programs, and outreach campaigns while using data and analytics to measure effectiveness and guide strategy. This position also supports marketing content development, represents the organization at community events when designated, and collaborates across departments to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
- Develop and implement outreach and marketing strategies
- Build and maintain relationships with community partners and referral sources
- Plan and coordinate community events, health fairs, and educational programs
- Support creation of marketing and educational materials and digital content
- Track outreach performance and key metrics using CRM and reporting tools
- Analyze referral trends and community needs to improve engagement strategies
- Collaborate with internal teams to support organizational goals
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, healthcare administration, business, sales, or related field OR equivalent experience
- Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in one or more of the following: community outreach, healthcare marketing, public relations, non-profit engagement, or field sales in a healthcare related industry (including pharmaceutical, medical device, or similar territory based sales)
- Experience building and maintaining professional relationships with external partners, providers, or referral sources
- Experience coordinating events, outreach programs, or territory based sales activities
- Experience using CRM systems or data tracking tools preferred
- Strong communication, presentation, and relationship building skills
- Ability to analyze data and apply insights to improve outreach performance
- Knowledge of healthcare outreach and community engagement practices
- Experience developing marketing or educational materials
- Cultural competency and ability to engage diverse populations
About the Role:
This position plays a key role in expanding community awareness, strengthening partnerships, and supporting growth through strategic outreach and engagement efforts.
The Ness Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Position: Community Outreach & Marketing Coordinator
Location: The Ness Center
Status: Full Time, Exempt
Job Summary:
The Ness Center is seeking a Community Outreach Coordinator to develop and manage community engagement, marketing, and outreach initiatives that support organizational goals. This role builds relationships with referral sources, healthcare providers, and community partners to increase awareness, strengthen partnerships, and expand service line reach.
The Coordinator plans and executes community events, educational programs, and outreach campaigns while using data and analytics to measure effectiveness and guide strategy. This position also supports marketing content development, represents the organization at community events when designated, and collaborates across departments to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
- Develop and implement outreach and marketing strategies
- Build and maintain relationships with community partners and referral sources
- Plan and coordinate community events, health fairs, and educational programs
- Support creation of marketing and educational materials and digital content
- Track outreach performance and key metrics using CRM and reporting tools
- Analyze referral trends and community needs to improve engagement strategies
- Collaborate with internal teams to support organizational goals
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, healthcare administration, business, sales, or related field OR equivalent experience
- Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in one or more of the following: community outreach, healthcare marketing, public relations, non-profit engagement, or field sales in a healthcare related industry (including pharmaceutical, medical device, or similar territory based sales)
- Experience building and maintaining professional relationships with external partners, providers, or referral sources
- Experience coordinating events, outreach programs, or territory based sales activities
- Experience using CRM systems or data tracking tools preferred
- Strong communication, presentation, and relationship building skills
- Ability to analyze data and apply insights to improve outreach performance
- Knowledge of healthcare outreach and community engagement practices
- Experience developing marketing or educational materials
- Cultural competency and ability to engage diverse populations
About the Role:
This position plays a key role in expanding community awareness, strengthening partnerships, and supporting growth through strategic outreach and engagement efforts.
The Ness Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Community Outreach Specialist Job Market in Louisiana
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Who's Hiring
- CableSouth Media III10C
- Upward Health1
- Devoted Health1
- Northlake Behavioral Health System1
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in community outreach specialist jobs across Louisiana.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, public health, or a related field required
- Experience conducting community needs assessments or health education programs in Louisiana
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or Vietnamese strongly preferred by Louisiana employers
- Familiarity with Louisiana's Medicaid and LaCHIP programs and eligible populations
- Proven ability to build partnerships with community organizations and faith-based institutions
- Valid Louisiana driver's license and reliable transportation for field-based outreach visits
Community Outreach Specialist Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a community outreach specialist in Louisiana?
Most community outreach specialist roles in Louisiana require at minimum a bachelor's degree in public health, social work, sociology, or a closely related field, though some nonprofit and government employers accept an associate's degree combined with relevant field experience. Louisiana does not issue a state license specific to this title, but roles tied to social services or case management may benefit from a Louisiana Licensed Social Worker credential through the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners. Employers across New Orleans and Baton Rouge also value field experience through AmeriCorps or Louisiana's community action agency network.
Which companies hire community outreach specialists in Louisiana?
Employers hiring community outreach specialists in Louisiana right now include CableSouth Media III, Upward Health, and Devoted Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Louisiana's large health systems, public health nonprofits, and state agency offices are consistently among the most active hirers for this role across the state.
Which Louisiana cities have the most community outreach specialist jobs?
The cities with the most community outreach specialist openings in Louisiana are Louisiana, Many, and Flora. New Orleans drives the largest share of postings given its concentration of public health nonprofits, federally qualified health centers, and post-disaster recovery organizations, while Baton Rouge reflects demand from state government agencies and major health systems like Ochsner and Our Lady of the Lake.
Are there remote community outreach specialist jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Community outreach work is inherently field-based, built around in-person engagement with Louisiana residents, community events, and local partner organizations. About 100% of community outreach specialist openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to be coordination or program management roles rather than direct outreach positions.
How can I get hired as a community outreach specialist in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an AmeriCorps placement with a Louisiana program like the Louisiana Serve Commission or a community health worker role at a federally qualified health center, both of which regularly bring on candidates without prior professional experience. Louisiana's community action agencies, including the Louisiana Community Action Association network, hire entry-level outreach staff and offer on-the-job training. Candidates who complete a community health worker certificate through Delgado Community College or Southern University gain a meaningful edge with local public health employers.
Where can I find and apply to community outreach specialist jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to community outreach specialist jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Louisiana openings from employers actively hiring. Search the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and location.
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