Community Support Coordinator

Exempt: Yes  

Status: Full-time

Supervisor: Site Community Support Manager

Salary Range: $47,000-58,000 annually, DOE

Benefits: Generous PTO, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) retirement with 3% match, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling

Organization Description

Bridge Meadows is an intentional intergenerational community that supports permanence for children impacted by child welfare, supports their parents to thrive, and provides opportunities for meaning and purpose for older adults (elders). Parents, youth, and elders receive professional and natural support from staff, collaborating agencies, and one another, moving them toward the achievement of success in academics, health and well-being, and housing stability.

Summary

The Community Support Coordinator (CSC) supports the Bridge Meadows’ community and programming onsite by working alongside the Site Community Support Managers (CSM), who lead the community-building and clinical support for the Bridge Meadows’ North Portland and Beaverton locations. The CSC position focuses primarily on administrative and event support for the program, leading to outcomes of housing stability, safety, connection, and individual flourishing.

The CSC embodies Bridge Meadows’ Culture of Care and brings the values to life through the tangible care and support offered to and with the community. This role coordinates community events and circles, manages community-wide communication, manages volunteers, runs errands and purchases supplies, assists with data entry, and provides critical coordination between property and program. The foundation of the intergenerational model relies on the community supporting one another, and the CSC facilitates this through setting the table for connection between community members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administration Coordination

1. Support the Site Community Support Manager with administrative tasks, including errands in the community.
2. Coordinate volunteers for on-site support.
3. Assist with community partnerships, communicating and assisting with on-site engagement.
4. Manage monthly calendar and weekly community-wide communication in partnership with CSM.
5.  Coordinate with property management, maintenance, and facilities for holistic care of individuals and community.
6. Organize program and community spaces for seasonal décor, events, and activities.
7. Schedule and coordinate trainings, educational opportunities, and partner presentations to benefit the community.
8. Assist with data entry and configuration in ETO (Efforts to Outcomes).

Event/Gathering Coordination

1. Manage supplies for all community events.
2. Support community gatherings and events with logistics, food, and activities while adhering to program.
3. Facilitate community engagement around events and gatherings (Bridge Meadows is committed to “doing with, not for”). 

Requirements

• This is an on-site role, with occasional travel to community partner locations and Bridge Meadows sites.
• Occasional evening or weekend work to meet resident needs.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Community Development, Public Health, or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
• 2 years experience in community coordination, volunteer management, or administrative support in a nonprofit, housing, or human services setting
• Bi-lingual candidates encouraged to apply
• Experience working in diverse, intergenerational, or trauma-informed communities is a strong plus
• Experience working with DHS-involved individuals or families, and elders (ages 55 ) is beneficial

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Comfort with database entry (e.g., ETO or similar CRM systems) and case management software
• Basic graphic design or communication platform skills (Canva, Mailchimp, or similar) for managing calendars and community-wide communications
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for errands and off-site engagements

Certifications/Training (optional, but beneficial)

• CPR/First Aid certification
• Trauma-informed care or DEI training

Key Abilities

Organizational & Administrative Abilities

• Excellent time management and task prioritization
• Ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders (staff, volunteers, property management, community partners)
• Capable of managing logistics for multiple projects (events, calendars, communications, trainings)

Relational & Communication Skills

• Warm, approachable, and grounded in hospitality and community-building
• Skilled at communicating clearly and compassionately with diverse age groups and backgrounds
• Able to represent Bridge Meadows with professionalism while maintaining boundaries when engaging with community partners and volunteers

Community Engagement Mindset

• Embodies Bridge Meadows’ philosophy of “with not for” — prioritizing empowerment and collaboration
• Comfort facilitating informal community engagement and encouraging resident involvement in gatherings
• Respectful and inclusive of intergenerational dynamics, including elders, children, and caregivers

Teamwork & Supportive Leadership

• Willingness to take direction from CSM and collaborate closely to support the clinical goals of the program
• Demonstrates initiative and problem-solving, especially around volunteer coordination and event preparation
• Works well in a team environment that values warmth, interdependence, and belonging

Detail-Oriented & Resourceful

• Strong follow-through on tasks, event planning details, and documentation
• Comfortable running errands and supporting logistical needs both on- and off-site
• Ability to set up and maintain inviting, seasonal, and functional community spaces 

Success in the Role

The success of the Bridge Meadows program is determined through regular surveying and evaluation, and is in line with what community members have reflected are the greatest benefits of Bridge Meadows over the years.

These metrics include,

• Housing Stability
• Safety
• Connection
• Support
• Belonging

For the Community Support Coordinator role, the priorities include the following:

• Monthly intergenerational connection events are co-hosted with community, and supported by this role
• On-site programming remains in budget
• Four education events or trainings hosted annually at the Bridge Meadows site with volunteer support
• Timely (and accurate) data entry into case management system

Equity Commitment

Bridge Meadows is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

How To Apply

To apply, email your resume and a cover letter, addressing attributes listed in the job description and salary requirements to Brooke Gray, COO, at bgray@bridgemeadows.org. Please state Redmond Community Support Coordinator in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.