PRN Community Services Coordinator-Blank Community Relations

Overview

The Community Services Coordinator serves as a Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and is responsible for promoting child passenger safety through education, hands-on support, and community collaboration. This role focuses on educating families and caregivers on best practices for car seat use, inspecting and installing child restraint systems, and coordinating outreach with community partners to ensure families have access to safe transportation for children.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options focused on your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental, health and vision insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Educate families, caregivers, and community members on best practices for child passenger safety, including age‑appropriate car seat selection, placement, and use.
• Provide hands-on education and demonstrations to caregivers on the correct installation and usage of child restraint systems.
• Properly install child safety seats during scheduled curbside appointments and community-based events.
• Work collaboratively with referring community partners (e.g., healthcare providers, social service agencies, schools, and law enforcement) to assess and address child passenger safety needs of families.
• Serve as a resource to community organizations regarding child passenger safety standards and local safety initiatives.
• Stay current with child passenger safety laws, best practices, and manufacturer guidelines.

Qualifications

Education:  HS diploma or equivalent required

License(s)/Certification(s): Current certification as a Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to provide hands-on instruction and adapt teaching approaches to meet individual caregiver needs.