Company OverviewAt Wider Circle, we connect neighbors for better health. Wider Circle's groundbreaking Connect for Life® program brings neighbors together in-person and online for health, wellness, and social activities that improve mental and physical health. We create webs of community circles by employing local and culturally competent engagement specialists, whose hand-on-hand approach to forming trusted circles is informed by a sophisticated analytics platform. We are on a mission to make the world a better place for older adults and disadvantaged communities.About The RoleAs our Community Liaison for Philadelphia County, you'll be the face of Wider Circle, building relationships with trusted organizations such as senior centers, physician offices, faith organizations, housing authorities, neighborhood groups and the people they serve. You'll knock on doors, build partnerships from scratch, and turn those partnerships into real enrollments in our services. This is a full-time temporary position projected to run through the end of 2026, with the potential to convert to a permanent role.What You'll DoGo door-to-door, building partnerships with senior centers, physician offices, hospitals, faith and civic organizations, food pantries, public housing, and local insurance brokers. We will provide a starter lead list and you’ll build on that list as you get to know the market. Establish a regular cadence of meetings and interactions with community organizations to establish trust. Learn their needs and align our offerings to provide support. Plan and lead community engagement activities, or attend gatherings hosted by our partners where you will present Wider Circle’s services. Establish direct referral channels from the community-based organizations to Wider Circle's servicesMeet individuals in the community and help them sign up for our services. Identify adults in the community who could benefit from Wider Circle's services.Hit a weekly target of community organization visits, and keep clean, same-day records of every visitBuild lasting partnerships, not one-time referrals — you're the consistent point of contact partners can count onRepresent Wider Circle's brand in every room you're in, and bring field intelligence back to the team every week.Who You AreComfortable in a fast-paced environment where the plan can change week to weekComfortable working independently and collaborativelyResilient — you don't get discouraged by a closed door or a slow week, and you keep showing up anywayA hunter mentality — self-motivated to go find the next opportunity rather than wait for one to come to youA proven relationship builder, comfortable meeting new people and earning trust quicklyA strong communicator who can explain a program clearly to a stranger in two minutes or lessRepresent Wider Circle’s core values: Never Break a Promise, Be Transparent, Care Deeply, Foster a Sense of Belonging, Be Accountable, Embrace Diversity. RequirementsBased in Philadelphia CountyReliable transportation for daily travel between community sitesStrong knowledge of the Philadelphia communityHigh school diploma or equivalent Nice to HaveSales experience in healthcare (Medicare/Medicaid, home health, managed care, or similar)Existing relationships with senior centers, physician offices, or community organizations in the Philadelphia areaComfort with CRM and navigating Google Suite to document work in spreadsheets; confidence using technology to attend virtual meetings and ability to maintain conversation with colleagues across internal communication channels such as Google Chat or Slack.BenefitsAs a venture-backed company, Wider Circle offers competitive compensation including:Performance-based incentive bonusesOpportunity to grow with the companyComprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision401(k) PlanPaid Time OffEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth Care FSADependent Care FSAHealth Savings AccountVoluntary Disability BenefitsBasic Life and AD&D InsuranceAdoption Assistance ProgramTraining and DevelopmentCompensation: $18-$22/hour.And most importantly, an opportunity to LOVE, LEARN, and GROW with us!Wider Circle is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Our commitment to Diversity and inclusion supports our ability to build diverse teams and develop inclusive work environments. We believe in empowering people and valuing their differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, color, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, or any other basis protected by law.
Company Overview
At Wider Circle, we connect neighbors for better health. Wider Circle's groundbreaking Connect for Life® program brings neighbors together in-person and online for health, wellness, and social activities that improve mental and physical health. We create webs of community circles by employing local and culturally competent engagement specialists, whose hand-on-hand approach to forming trusted circles is informed by a sophisticated analytics platform. We are on a mission to make the world a better place for older adults and disadvantaged communities.
About The Role
As our Community Liaison for Philadelphia County, you'll be the face of Wider Circle, building relationships with trusted organizations such as senior centers, physician offices, faith organizations, housing authorities, neighborhood groups and the people they serve. You'll knock on doors, build partnerships from scratch, and turn those partnerships into real enrollments in our services. This is a full-time temporary position projected to run through the end of 2026, with the potential to convert to a permanent role.
What You'll Do
- Go door-to-door, building partnerships with senior centers, physician offices, hospitals, faith and civic organizations, food pantries, public housing, and local insurance brokers. We will provide a starter lead list and you’ll build on that list as you get to know the market.
- Establish a regular cadence of meetings and interactions with community organizations to establish trust. Learn their needs and align our offerings to provide support.
- Plan and lead community engagement activities, or attend gatherings hosted by our partners where you will present Wider Circle’s services.
- Establish direct referral channels from the community-based organizations to Wider Circle's services
- Meet individuals in the community and help them sign up for our services.
- Identify adults in the community who could benefit from Wider Circle's services.
- Hit a weekly target of community organization visits, and keep clean, same-day records of every visit
- Build lasting partnerships, not one-time referrals — you're the consistent point of contact partners can count on
- Represent Wider Circle's brand in every room you're in, and bring field intelligence back to the team every week.
Who You Are
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where the plan can change week to week
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
- Resilient — you don't get discouraged by a closed door or a slow week, and you keep showing up anyway
- A hunter mentality — self-motivated to go find the next opportunity rather than wait for one to come to you
- A proven relationship builder, comfortable meeting new people and earning trust quickly
- A strong communicator who can explain a program clearly to a stranger in two minutes or less
- Represent Wider Circle’s core values: Never Break a Promise, Be Transparent, Care Deeply, Foster a Sense of Belonging, Be Accountable, Embrace Diversity.
Requirements
- Based in Philadelphia County
- Reliable transportation for daily travel between community sites
- Strong knowledge of the Philadelphia community
- High school diploma or equivalent
Nice to Have
- Sales experience in healthcare (Medicare/Medicaid, home health, managed care, or similar)
- Existing relationships with senior centers, physician offices, or community organizations in the Philadelphia area
- Comfort with CRM and navigating Google Suite to document work in spreadsheets; confidence using technology to attend virtual meetings and ability to maintain conversation with colleagues across internal communication channels such as Google Chat or Slack.
Benefits
As a venture-backed company, Wider Circle offers competitive compensation including:
- Performance-based incentive bonuses
- Opportunity to grow with the company
- Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Disability Benefits
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Training and Development
- Compensation: $18-$22/hour.
And most importantly, an opportunity to LOVE, LEARN, and GROW with us!
Wider Circle is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Our commitment to Diversity and inclusion supports our ability to build diverse teams and develop inclusive work environments. We believe in empowering people and valuing their differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, color, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, or any other basis protected by law.
At Wider Circle, our team is on a mission to connect neighbors for better health, and we’re looking for equally passionate colleagues across the country to help us make a positive impact on the communities we serve. We are growing at warp speed to reach those who need us most, paving the way to become 1 million members strong. We are proud to support a culture of caring, diverse and visionary change-makers who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and experiencing new things, every day.WHAT WE DOWe partner with health plans and physician groups in neighborhoods across the country to provide fun and educational in-person and virtual programs for members who share similar interests and life experiences.Think of us as a social group with a bigger purpose: Helping Medicare and Medicaid members get the care they deserve while surrounded by a trusted circle of friends, close to home.OUR STORYIn 2015, Wider Circle set out to find a better way to help Americans thrive at any age. For some, that means easier access to transportation to get where we need to go. For others, it’s doing what we love while making new connections. Or maybe we have a health issue and need support from someone who’s been there. Through rigorous testing and research, our team learned that the most effective approach to enabling better health and independence is to integrate support and services at the community level, making it easier for neighbors to take the best care of each other.Today, Wider Circle is proud to bring its unique neighborhood care programs to more than 320 communities in 5 different languages.Join us as we build connections for better health in communities across the country.
At Wider Circle, our team is on a mission to connect neighbors for better health, and we’re looking for equally passionate colleagues across the country to help us make a positive impact on the communities we serve. We are growing at warp speed to reach those who need us most, paving the way to become 1 million members strong. We are proud to support a culture of caring, diverse and visionary change-makers who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and experiencing new things, every day.
WHAT WE DO
We partner with health plans and physician groups in neighborhoods across the country to provide fun and educational in-person and virtual programs for members who share similar interests and life experiences.
Think of us as a social group with a bigger purpose: Helping Medicare and Medicaid members get the care they deserve while surrounded by a trusted circle of friends, close to home.
OUR STORY
In 2015, Wider Circle set out to find a better way to help Americans thrive at any age. For some, that means easier access to transportation to get where we need to go. For others, it’s doing what we love while making new connections. Or maybe we have a health issue and need support from someone who’s been there. Through rigorous testing and research, our team learned that the most effective approach to enabling better health and independence is to integrate support and services at the community level, making it easier for neighbors to take the best care of each other.
Today, Wider Circle is proud to bring its unique neighborhood care programs to more than 320 communities in 5 different languages.
Join us as we build connections for better health in communities across the country.
