Under the direction of the Executive Direcotr, this position provides information and support to family caregivers and individuals with Alzheimer's. The Program Coordinator assists in coordinating and delivering programs that offer care and support, recruit and coordinate volunteers for education leads, support group leads, and advocacy leads, and provides basic case management to families affected by the disease. Provides administrative support for outreach and education programs, scheduling and logistics, and program data entry.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Identify, recruit, train, coach, and support volunteers as community educators who deliver core education and speaking programs.
- Identify, recruit, train, coach, and support volunteers as support group facilitators.
- Coordinate with community educator volunteers on program delivery and scheduling.
- Follow up and provide Helpline assistance, information and physician referral calls.
- Collaborate with development team for further outreach into communities through programs and special events, local consumers, area service providers, including Physician Outreach and Diversity and Inclusiveness Initiatives.
- Recruit, coordinate, and provide support for chapter advocacy efforts.
- Raise community awareness about Alzheimer's and related dementias and represent the Association through community outreach efforts and presentations to civic organizations, senior citizens groups, support groups, elder care facilities & programs, area businesses, and other events as appropriate.
- Conduct activities to establish and manage event planning and fundraising activities to support programs outreach.
- Prepare and present reports on program development and outreach activities to track/assess progress and address any program deficiencies.
Educational Background:
Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred or equivalent work experience in social services, public health, gerontology, social work or a related field.
Skills/Experience:
- Minimum three years of experience in case management, care coordination, community outreach and education.
- Experience working with people with Alzheimer's/Dementia and their family care partners preferred or related field.
- Previous experience with obtaining funding sources such as grants and foundation grants to support programs.
- Familiarity with fundraising concepts and events.
- Superior self-management skills, independent initiative and ability to collaborate are essential.
- Ability to build effective internal and external relationship networks including supporting others to enthusiastically work towards common objectives
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, reflecting an understanding of the appropriate use of communication technologies and an appreciation that each audience requires its own approach.
- Excellent presentation and facilitation skills that reflect an understanding of different learning modalities, group process, and cultural diversity.
- Appreciation of cultural and ethnic diversity, especially with respect to outreach to underserved communities.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and constituent relationship management systems.
- Detail oriented, adaptable, organized and able to successfully prioritize and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to anticipate and identify, organize and analyze growth opportunities.
- Ability to analyze information and make timely, appropriate decisions.
- High level of integrity, diplomacy and initiative.
- Must possess a reliable personal vehicle, valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
- Ability to travel as needed to perform job duties.
- Perform unassigned duties as needed.
Compensation/Benefits:
The Alzheimer's Association offers comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Additional benefits include paid vacation, paid sick time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with matching funds. Be a part of a great work culture!
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Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jun 6 2019
Active Until:
Jul 6 2019
Hiring Organization:
Alzheimer's Association
industry:
Nonprofit