GOW CARES Alliance Program Coordinator

Position Title: GOW CARES Alliance Program Coordinator

FLSA classification: Full Time, Non-Exempt (Professional)

Description: The GOW CARES Alliance Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the activities of the Genesee, Orleans, and Wyoming (GOW) CARES Alliance, a multi-sector collaborative dedicated to improving behavioral health, reducing the impact of substance use disorders, strengthening community wellness, and advancing prevention, education, and recovery initiatives throughout the three-county region.

The Program Coordinator serves as the primary liaison among Alliance leadership, workgroups, partner organizations, community stakeholders, and public agencies to facilitate regional collaboration, strategic planning, project implementation, and communication. The position provides project management and coalition leadership while supporting implementation of the Alliance's strategic priorities and ensuring alignment with regional health improvement initiatives.

Accountability: The Program Coordinator reports to the Rural Health Network Program Manager.

Responsibilities:

Coalition Coordination and Leadership

• Facilitate communication among the Steering Committee, work groups, and community partners.
• Coordinate and support Alliance workgroups in establishing annual goals, objectives, and work plans.
• Monitor workgroup progress and assist in removing barriers to implementation.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate Alliance meetings and Steering Committee meetings with assistance from work groups.

Partnership Development

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with regional stakeholders.
• Represent the Alliance at community meetings, conferences, and public events.

Project Coordination

• Assist with implementation of the Alliance's strategic plan and annual priorities.
• Support work groups in coordinating identified projects, such as educational events, workshops, education, and awareness campaigns.

Data Collection, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Coordinate with RHN Manager on the collection of project data, performance measures, and outcome information.
• Monitor project progress and prepare reports for leadership, funders, and partner organizations.

Community Outreach and Education

• Support work groups in developing educational materials, newsletters, social media content, and other communication resources.
• Promote community awareness of behavioral health resources, prevention strategies, and recovery supports.
• Support implementation of outreach initiatives identified through the Alliance's strategic priorities.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain Alliance calendars, meeting schedules, and project timelines.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, trainings, and special events.
• Assist with grant writing, grant reporting, and documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience and Background:

• Minimum of two years of work experience
• Individuals with lived experience related to substance use or recovery are encouraged to apply. Lived experience is valued as an asset but is not required.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and ability to travel for meetings or community outreach within Western & Central New York

Technical Expertise:

• Ability to use a computer and accompanying software such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to use a CMS such as Salesforce.

Applied Proficiencies: Have demonstrated experience and/or proficiency in the following fields:

• Planning and implementation of programming
• Public Relations and Public Speaking
• Networking
• Grant Writing
• Financial Management
• Report Management
• Program Evaluation
• Marketing and Promotion
• Social Media

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Able to plan, organize, and meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal, written, presentation, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to function as a member of a team
• Proven ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously with high-quality results
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High ability and comfort level with public speaking
• Ability to facilitate network meetings and engage in collaborative decision making
• Strong sense of leadership and self-direction
• Ability to pivot when needed

Note:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Please describe your experience with Excel.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000