SMART Recovery USA Inc Northwest Ohio Community Outreach Coordinator Toledo, OH · Contractor

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SMART Recovery USA is the leading provider of free science-based mutual support groups for those struggling with addictive behaviors.

POSITION TITLE: Community Outreach Coordinator (Northwest Ohio)

DATE: February 2026

 

REPORTS TO: Director of Outreach                                

 

CONTRACT STATUS: Independent Contractor (1099) 

            

CONTRACT TERMS: Time-limited, grant-funded contract through September 2026, with no guarantee of renewal beyond the current funding period

LOCATION: Remote (Must reside in Northwest Ohio)

HOURS: ~20-32 hrs/week

                                                                                                            

CORE COMPETENCIES

 

Accountability, Collaboration, Effective Communication, Values Differences, Attends to Details

 

POSITION OVERVIEW

 

The Community Outreach Coordinator (Contractor) will identify and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders to increase SMART Recovery’s accessibility and availability to residents of Northwest Ohio.

 

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP

 

• SMART Recovery defines project goals, deliverables, and reporting expectations, but the contractor retains full control of when, how, and in what sequence work is performed, unless tied to a scheduled event.
• Contractors are not eligible for employee benefits.
• Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, transportation, and equipment. Approved mileage expenses will be reimbursed.

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Training & Orientation

• Complete SMART Recovery 4-Point Facilitator Training if not already certified.
• Learn SMART program fundamentals and outreach expectations.

 

Stakeholder Engagement

• Conduct outreach to community organizations including, but not limited to, RCOs, treatment centers, courts, community coalitions, recovery residences, educational institutions, and faith-based organizations.
• Promote participation in SMART facilitator training opportunities to fill grant-funded training cohorts.

 

Event Participation & Community Prescence

• Attend and table at relevant community events; offer presentations where possible.
• Assist in organizing events that connect community members, facilitators, and partners.

 

Support for newly Trained Facilitators

• Provide early-stage support as facilitators prepare to launch meetings—sharing materials, troubleshooting barriers, and connecting them to national resources.
• Encourage facilitators to participate in SMART facilitator support offerings hosted by the National Office team.

 

Collaboration with Staff

• Coordinate with National Office staff to promote and fill trainings.
• Participate in agreed-upon check-ins with the Director of Outreach or designee.

 

Data Tracking & Reporting

• Document outreach activities and contacts in HubSpot.
• Provide concise written updates for grant reporting cycles.

 

Financial & Administrative Responsibilities

• Track and submit authorized outreach expenses according to grant rules.
• Submit invoices and documentation in alignment with contract terms.

 

 

WORK CHARACTERISTICS

 

• Communicates clearly and professionally.
• Works independently and manages time well.
• Demonstrates cultural humility and relationship-building skill across all communities.
• Maintains strong organizational habits for tracking outreach activities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

 

• Mix of remote work and in-person outreach throughout Northwest Ohio.
• Occasional lifting of outreach materials (up to ~25 lbs).
• Travel required; contractor must provide their own reliable transportation and insurance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Comfort with Microsoft Office and similar tools.
• Ability to adopt systems like HubSpot with training.
• Prior outreach, peer support, community engagement, or behavioral health experience preferred.
• Lives in or maintains strong connections within Northwest Ohio.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• HubSpot experience is helpful but not required.
• Individuals who have lived experience with addictive behaviors are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Individuals who have lived experience with overcoming other adverse life experiences are encouraged to apply.

 

DISCLAIMER

 

This description outlines the anticipated scope of work. Specific deliverables or workflows may be adjusted with mutual agreement through updates to the contract or statement of work.