Program Coordinator
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Job Location:
Eau Claire, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Program Coordinator The Grief Support Network of Chippewa Valley
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS)
FullâTime MondayFriday 8:00 AM4:00 PM Hybrid/Remote in WI or Upper MI
Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is launching a new initiativeThe Grief Support Network of Chippewa Valleyto strengthen grief support across the Chippewa Valley. We are seeking a missionâdriven Program Coordinator to build community partnerships expand access to grief resources and ensure successful implementation of a grant funded by the Eau Claire Community Foundation.
This is an excellent role for someone who is collaborative organized and committed to improving mental health supports for individuals and families experiencing grief. When not facilitating programming this position may work remotely but the ideal candidate will reside in the Chippewa Valley.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The Program Coordinator will carry out the activities outlined in the Grief Project RFP including:
Community Networking & Needs Assessment
- Connect weekly with Chippewa Valley grief and loss providers advocates and community partners.
- Assess regional griefârelated needs and identify service gaps.
- Establish and maintain a regional grief support provider network.
Resource Development & Program Coordination
- Create and maintain a centralized accessible online database of existing grief resources.
- Respond to phone inquiries MondayFriday between 8 AM and 4 PM.
- Organize grief and loss networking events.
- Plan and facilitate biâmonthly virtual or inâperson network meetings.
Program Growth & Leadership
- Identify potential business opportunities for program expansion.
- Collaborate with LSS leadership to position LSS as a leading resource for community grief support.
- Assist in determining unmet grief support group needs in the community.
- Prepare detailed reports as required.
Education & Experience
Required:
- Bachelors degree in social work psychology sociology or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (per COA or licensing requirements).
- Minimum three (3) years of professional experience.
- Experience in:
- Business development in communityâbased services
- Networking and program development
- Facilitating large groups and meetings
- Event planning
Knowledge & Skills:
- Understanding of mental health concepts specifically grief and loss.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Knowledge of community resources mental health systems family/child welfare (as applicable).
- Understanding of mandated reporting requirements.
- Strong organizational and planning abilities.
Licenses & Requirements
- Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
- Satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) meeting LSS Driver Safety standards.
- Ability to travel for day trips up to 50%; occasional overnight travel may be required.
Conditions of Employment
- Must reside in Wisconsin or Upper Michigan.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; LSS is unable to provide visa sponsorship.
LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Organizational skills
- Data Collection
- Meeting Facilitation
- Utilization Review
- Administrative Experience
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Supervising Experience
- Social Work
About Company
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan provides a wide range of social services to people of all faiths and backgrounds.
