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Pacific Clinics, Inc.

Communications Associate

Pacific Clinics, Inc., Fresno, California, United States, 93650


ARC-800 S Santa AnitaArcadia, CA 91006, USA

Description

Who We ArePacific Clinics is California's largest community-based nonprofit provider of behavioral and mental health services and support. Our team of more than 2,000 employees speak 22 languages and are dedicated to offering hope and unlocking the full potential of individuals and families through culturally responsive, trauma-informed, research-based services for individuals and families from birth to older adults.Who We ServePacific Clinics serves children, transitional age youth, families, adults, and older adults. We offer a full range of mental and behavioral health services, foster care and social services, housing, continuing adult education and early childhood education programs to Medi-Cal eligible individuals and families throughout California.What We OfferThe compensation for this position can be up to $31.50 per hour. Compensation will vary based on qualifications, skills, experience, and geographic location.We Offer Medical, Dental & Vision benefits, retirement options, Flex Spending, EAP, and more!Employee engagement and advocacy opportunities to advance our justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion agenda across our Agency and throughout the communities we serve.Position SummaryThe Communications Associate will drive strategic communications forward via multiple channels, including extensive writing, proofreading, and editing, content development and management, messaging, presentations and reports, branding standards enforcement and protection, internal and external communications, social media, newsletters, press releases, and corporate event opportunities.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesWork closely with the communications team to develop and execute campaigns and media relations that help Pacific Clinics build trust and credibility.Support the development and execution of internal and external communications and marketing initiatives.Collaborate with the communications team and internal partners to implement communications programs that present Pacific Clinics as a trusted brand.Responsibilities will span a broad range of tasks, including planning and strategizing, project management, writing and editing, basic content design, social media management, and brand management.Coordinate and facilitate the creative process for internal and external communications, marketing materials, media releases, and advertisements.Research, identify, and source case studies, customer stories, and potential angles to secure stories that support Pacific Clinics corporate, product, and brand communication strategies.Develop and collaborate on a wide range of communications materials including blog posts, pitches, launch announcements, press releases, communications plans, statements, media lists, and briefing materials.Proven track record of writing and developing marketing and communications materials in a variety of media.Own and run the speaking and awards calendar and help recommend opportunities to submit Pacific Clinics based on our annual and quarterly objectives.Form relationships with internal departments and find opportunities to support critical work.Work with graphic design consultant to implement social media presence on all relevant platforms.Provide support to the chief communications officer and communications director with executive communications.Develop and maintain media kits.Help maintain editorial calendars, messaging archives, and media resources.Participate in event planning as needed.Model Pacific Clinics’ approach, mission, and core values in all communication and correspondence.Communicate effectively in a culturally competent manner and promote favorable interaction with managers, co-workers, and others.Perform other duties as assigned.Experience / RequirementsA degree in management, public policy, public relations, communications, liberal arts, or a related field.Minimum 3 years of public relations, communications, or related experience required.Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to write and submit internal communications stories in AP format.Must be able to simultaneously manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and tight timelines.A highly motivated, detail-oriented self-starter with a passion for excellence, capable of collaborating with a team and working in a fast-paced environment.Organized with strong project management capabilities.A genuine interest in behavioral health, early education, and positively impacting the community.Must possess a valid California driver's license and maintain an insurable driving record under the Clinics' liability policy.Must be willing to travel locally and work on weekends, evenings, and extended hours particularly during major projects and events.Physical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit. The employee is required to use hands to produce records and/or documentation in manual or electronic format. The employee must possess the ability to ensure significant communication with the Clinics’ community members. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 5 pounds and occasionally move or lift up to 10 pounds.Equal Opportunity EmployerWe will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with ordinance 184652 Sec.189.04 (a) and San Francisco Police Code, Article 49. Section 4905.

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