Substance Use Prevention Program Coordinator

Cumberland Prevention Coalition

Program/Project Coordinator

Job Description

I. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Coordinator reports directly to the Coalition Director of Cumberland Prevention Coalition. The Program Coordinator’s primary responsibilities are to plan, develop, direct, and manage assigned grant's Scope of Services and Develop Strategic Prevention Framework per grant contract.

Additionally, the Program Coordinator assists the Coalition Director in the accomplishment of the goals and objectives of the organization and the daily execution of assignments necessary to provide quality services to Cumberland Prevention Coalition membership and community members. The Program Coordinator assists with the operational responsibilities of the organization in the absence of the Coalition Director.

He/She is expected to operate independently on assignments and activities consistent with the mission and philosophy of Cumberland Prevention Coalition.

II. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conduct planning and prepare coalition goals and objectives for Cumberland Prevention Coalition’s technical assistance and training services.

2. Assist the Coalition Director in the development, implementation and evaluation of programs and services for Cumberland Prevention Coalition members.

3. Conduct research and information gathering on new projects, programs, and funding sources available to augment and support Cumberland Prevention Coalition technical assistance programs and services as well as developing new programs, which support Cumberland Prevention Coalition vision and mission.

4. Develop and conduct training for prevention professionals, practitioners, and coalition members.

5. Assist with staff/board professional development and training.

6. Coordinate the implementation of substance abuse prevention environmental strategies within the grantee’s communities to address substance use in Cumberland County, TN as outlined in the grant SCOPE of services.

7. Attend state/national seminars and conferences to communicate trends to local task forces and develop technical assistance programs/services which address those trends.

8. Manage communication with funders at the state and/or federal level.

9. Assume other job responsibilities as assigned by the Coalition Director.

III. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree preferred or one year’s experience in public health, education, sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, community development, public administration, or closely related field.

IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Available for some evening and weekend travel.

Access to personal transportation for statewide travel.

Available at least 40 hours per week.

ATTRIBUTES

Shared Vision

Evidence of a strong commitment to Cumberland Prevention Coalition and its vision to provide support for youth and adult community groups across the county.

Highly Motivated

Capable of self-direction and able to independently establish a course of action based on the goals and objectives of Cumberland Prevention Coalition.

A Good Communicator

Capable of communicating with and listening to others with the goal of building strong collaboration and resource networks throughout the state. Capable of speaking to large groups of people effectively.

Well Organized

Capable of prioritizing activities, meeting goals and objectives in a timely fashion, and managing a significant amount of project detail.

Tactful/Diplomatic

Perceptive and sensitive to the needs of others and skilled in what to do or say to maintain good relations.

Flexible

Capable of handling shifts in priorities based on current community needs.

Patient

Understanding that the process of network building is not an immediate process and that establishing and maintaining relationships is essential in the development and implementation of community support programming.

Culturally Sensitive and Competent

Respects and values diversity of communities and individuals.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $41,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Crossville, TN 38555

Salary : $41,600