Outreach & Education Coordinator- MA SMP Program
Company: AgeSpan
Location: Lawrence
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description AgeSpan At AgeSpan, you'll find
a work environment that combines: A refreshing culture that is
supportive, collaborative, and encouraging of diverse perspectives
and backgrounds. A focus on innovation with a team recognized for
developing and implementing innovative programs and novel
solutions. Encouragement of your development through opportunities
to get involved, use your voice, and gain new knowledge and skills.
A satisfying balance between your work and personal life, including
a flexible workplace, generous paid time off, and wellness
programs. Depending on your role and your hours, we offer: Flexible
schedule and hybrid work opportunities Competitive salaries
Healthcare (medical, dental) 403b Retirement Plan with agency match
20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, and 12 Paid Holidays Social Work
Licensing Program License Renewal Paid by agency for RN's and
Social Workers And MORE! Program Summary: The Massachusetts Senior
Medicare Patrol (SMP) Program is a statewide initiative that
empowers seniors to prevent, protect, and report healthcare errors,
fraud, and abuse. The SMP Program's mission is to reach and educate
Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, family members, and caregivers
on the importance of being engaged healthcare consumers and
understanding their health benefits eligibility. Essential
Functions: (Core duties or tasks that are fundamental and not
marginal to the performance of the job) Plan, design, and implement
a statewide culturally appropriate outreach and education campaign
to reach and educate Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, family
members, caregivers, and professional on preventing, detecting and
reporting healthcare errors, fraud, and abuse. Plan, design, and
implement bi-annual multi-pronged media outreach and education
campaign in collaboration with the MA SMP Program Director, MA SMP
Program Volunteer Coordinator and SMP volunteer team members to
reach and educate Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, family
members and caregivers about the importance of reporting healthcare
errors, fraud, and abuse, while potentially recruiting new
volunteers. Plan, design, and conduct targeted outreach to
un-served, underserved, limited English speaking, rural, Native
American and other vulnerable populations across the state on an
ongoing basis. Coordinate MA SMP Program outreach and education
efforts and events with the MA SMP Program Volunteer Coordinator to
ensure appropriate volunteer matches for specific assignments while
promoting volunteer gratification and satisfaction. Establish
annual calendar for MA SMP educational events, community forums,
health fairs, religious and cultural festivals, agricultural fairs,
and other potential outreach opportunities to promote the
dissemination of the MA SMP Program message. Identify volunteer
opportunities with partner organizations and work with MA SMP
Volunteer Coordinator to match and assign volunteer team member to
partner organizations, such as AAAs, ASAPs, COAs, and other
community-based organizations. Comply with all reporting
requirements of the Administration for Community Living and the
Office of the Inspector General by capturing and recording all
programmatic data in Senior Medicare Patrol Program's Information
and Reporting System (SIRS) database. Actively participate in the
planning and execution of the MA SMP Program's Monthly Statewide
Volunteer Team Member meetings to foster ongoing relationships with
current and new SMP Program volunteers. Other activities as
determined and assigned by the MA SMP Program Director as they
relate to accomplishing the MA SMP Program's work plan and outcome
measures. Attend ACL Sponsored trainings, meetings and conferences
as assigned by Program Director. Participate in the MA SMP
Program's work groups and department meetings. Valid Driver's
License and reliable transportation is required. Qualifications:
BA/BS and minimum of three years of experience in program
management preferred. Additional experience may be substituted for
a degree. Expertise in designing and implementing outreach and
education campaigns targeting limited English proficient (LEP),
hard-to-reach and other vulnerable populations. Experience working
with diverse, multicultural and LEP populations Experience in the
designing and coordination of a multi-pronged, multi-ethnic,
multi-lingual media campaign. Experience in delivering
presentations and public speaking. Excellent communication skills,
both written and spoken Computer proficiency, such as Office 365,
Excel, PowerPoint, SurveyMonkey, as well as social media platforms
(Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) Excellent organizational
skills and attention to detail. Ability to carry out tasks as
instructed with minimal supervision. Ability to prioritize multiple
tasks and complete assignments in a timely manner with follow
through. Knowledge of office management, administrative and
systems. Ability to travel throughout the state and transport MA
SMP outreach materials for dissemination to consumers and/or
providers, such as: banners, posters and other displays and
equipment. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. Valid driver's license
and reliable transportation required. Flexibility and willingness
to work some evenings and weekends if and when necessary. Bilingual
and bicultural applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Hours:
37.5 hours per week At AgeSpan, we carefully consider a wide range
of factors when determining rate of pay. Actual rate of pay depends
on factors including but not limited to internal equity,
experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is
$25.00 - $27.00/hour. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
AgeSpan is strongly committed to fostering a professional
environment that recognizes, respects, and encourages the unique
contributions of a broad spectrum of qualified employees. It is
important that our employees reflect the diverse communities we
serve. We maintain a work atmosphere that allows people of varied
backgrounds to grow professionally and contribute to our mission by
promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and work-life balance. Job
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