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Program Coordinator

Dignity Health • Northridge, CA 91329 • Posted 16 days ago

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In-person • Full-time • $29.03-$42.10/hr • Mid Level

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The Program Coordinator at Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is responsible for supervising, implementing, and evaluating an assigned grant-funded program to improve community health. This role involves program development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and other responsibilities, with a focus on building positive relations, developing marketing and outreach strategies, and ensuring program efficiency. The position requires compliance with policies, organizing and facilitating educational events, maintaining accurate records, and analyzing program effectiveness.

Responsibilities

  • Help build positive relations within the program team.
  • Identify new partnership opportunities with internal or external organizations.
  • Foster a positive relationship with new and current program stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement effective marketing and outreach strategies to recruit/retain participants and build awareness of program services and activities.
  • Communicate regularly with program staff and program stakeholders to keep all members up-to-date with relevant program information.
  • Interact with members of the community to help achieve program goals and objectives.
  • Comply with policies and procedures governing the program and ensures that the program is operating at maximum efficiency.
  • Organize and facilitate educational workshops, presentations, meetings, and conferences/events associated with the program.
  • Plan and coordinate overall program work and its daily activities.
  • Create program promotional or educational materials as appropriate.
  • Track and maintain accurate and up-to-date records that pertain to program activities.
  • Develop data tracking tools as necessary.
  • Maintain program budget and track program expenditures/transactions.
  • Prepare internal and external progress reports or summaries.
  • Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the program and develop new strategies aimed at quality improvement.
  • Monitor program timeline to ensure program goals and objectives are met on schedule within stated budget.
  • Effectively communicate with management to troubleshoot any program challenges in a timely manner.
  • Delegate duties/assignments of other program staff.
  • Support training of new employees/interns/volunteers to ensure proper operation of the program.
  • Schedule and organize program-related meetings and events and maintain agenda.
  • May assist with grant and/or proposal writing.
  • May assist and participate in supporting fundraising/community activities.
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

  • Minimum 1-2 years' experience implementing community-based programs developing outreach strategies collaborating with community-based organizations and report writing.
  • Basic knowledge of budgeting or accounting.
  • Knowledge of local community agencies and resources.
  • Ability to organize projects and establish priorities.
  • Creative and analytical skills.
  • Ability to travel locally for outreach events (some evenings and weekends).
  • Must maintain current Fire Safety card; card required within 90 days of hire.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace products Zoom and Canva.
  • Presentation and public speaking skills.

Preferred

  • Grant writing experience.
  • Bi-lingual in Spanish.
  • BS/BA degree in Health Administration Public Health or Public Policy with a Master's degree preferred.

About Dignity Health

Dignity Health is a prominent healthcare organization in the United States, offering a wide range of medical services including primary care, emergency care, surgical procedures, rehabilitation, and specialty treatments. With over 40 hospitals and numerous clinics, Dignity Health serves millions of patients annually across 21 states. The company focuses on providing compassionate, high-quality, and affordable healthcare while prioritizing patient dignity and community wellbeing.

Full Job Description

**Overview**

Founded in 1955 Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation's five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

**Program Coordinator - Community & School Health Initiative**

**Northridge Hospital Medical Center**

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized **Program Coordinator** to oversee the implementation and management of a **Substance Abuse and Mental Health Awareness Grant** . This program aims to increase awareness, provide resources, and deliver community-based interventions to address substance abuse and mental health challenges. The **Program Coordinator** will be responsible for ensuring the program's success by managing day-to-day operations, coordinating outreach efforts, and maintaining compliance with grant requirements.

**Responsibilities**

+ Oversee the implementation of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Awareness Grant, ensuring that all program goals and deliverables are met.

+ Coordinate community outreach efforts, including organizing events, workshops, and training sessions focused on substance abuse prevention and mental health awareness.

+ Develop and maintain relationships with community partners, service providers, and stakeholders to enhance program visibility and impact.

+ Ensure timely and accurate reporting of program activities, including preparing progress reports and submitting documentation to comply with grant guidelines.

+ Manage program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure that all grant-related financial activities align with the approved budget.

+ Supervise program staff, interns, and volunteers, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful delivery of program services.

+ Collaborate with external evaluators and program staff to collect, analyze, and report on data related to program outcomes and effectiveness.

+ Create and distribute educational materials and resources on substance abuse prevention and mental health awareness, including social media content, brochures, and newsletters.

+ Facilitate regular meetings with program stakeholders, including staff, community partners, and advisory committees, to review progress and address challenges.

+ Monitor and ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including timelines, budgets, and reporting procedures.

+ Represent the program at community events, conferences, and meetings to raise awareness of the program's mission and objectives.

**Qualifications**

+ Minimum 1-2 years' experience implementing community-based programs developing outreach strategies collaborating with community-based organizations and report writing.

+ BS/BA degree required or 5 years' experience in community based programs or social services.

+ Health Administration Public Health or Public Policy degree preferred. Master's degree preferred.

+ Basic knowledge of budgeting or accounting.

+ Knowledge of local community agencies and resources.

+ Ability to organize projects and establish priorities.

+ Creative and analytical skills.

+ Ability to travel locally for outreach events (some evenings and weekends).

+ Grant writing experience preferred.

+ Bi-lingual in Spanish is preferred.

+ Must maintain current Fire Safety card; card required within 90 days of hire.

**Special Skills**

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace products Zoom and Canva.

+ Presentation and public speaking skills.

**Pay Range**

$34.50 - $45.21 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.