Employee Experience Coordinator, Ardmore OK

A Lighthouse is needed to help guide the way; to emit a light that helps navigate turbulent times and warn against the possible dangers ahead. Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers is just such a place, guided by its core values of Hope, Dedication and Community. 

The Employee Experience Coordinator at Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers plays a crucial role in building organizational culture and driving team morale through supporting Lighthouse's employee programs and events. The successful candidate will have experience in program management and event support that cultivates a sense of belonging and unity among employees and deepens Lighthouse's connection to the Southern Oklahoma community. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

The fundamental responsibilities of Lighthouse's Employee Experience Coordinator include: 

• Manage Employee-Success Programs: Coordinate, promote, and support employee­ success programs such as Dream Manager, Smart Dollar financial wellness, and DISC assessments, and other ad hoc programs. Ensure these programs align with organizational goals and enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. 
• Support Organizational Event Management: Help plan and execute key organizational events, including annual all-staff meetings and a health-and-wellness summit. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create meaningful and engaging experiences for employees that result in a vibrant workplace and a strong organizational culture. 
• Advance Community Programs: Strengthen Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers' presence in the community by actively participating in and contributing to initiatives like the Ardmore Behavioral Health Collaborative. Identify opportunities for collaboration and involvement. 
• Build Organizational Culture: Work closely with leadership to develop and maintain a positive and inclusive organizational culture. Implement initiatives that foster a sense of belonging, purpose, and satisfaction among employees

EDUCATION: 

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred. Relevant work experience and certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree. 

EXPERIENCE: 

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in employee engagement, HR, or event management. 
• Experience with program coordination and community initiatives is a plus. 
• Familiarity with behavioral health or wellness programs is advantageous. 

JOB·RELATED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: 

• Strong understanding of employee engagement principles and practices. 
• Proficiency in program management and ability to work autonomously. 
• Event planning and management skills, including the ability to organize large-scale events such as all-staff meetings and health-and-wellness summits. 
• Knowledge of community outreach and collaboration, especially in the context of mental health and wellness. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including presentation skills. 
• Ability to develop and maintain a positive organizational culture. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event planning software. 
• Strong organizational and project management skills. 
• Creative problem-solving abilities. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: 

• Strong customer-service focus. 
• Aptitude in sound decision-making and problem-solving. 
• Strong interpersonal communication with the ability to motivate others. 
• Able to think, create and implement plans. 
• Able to attend to details and prioritize projects. 

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: 

• Ability to lift and carry event-related equipment and materials, up to 50 pounds. 
• Willingness to work irregular hours (when needed), including evenings and weekends, to accommodate event schedules. 
• Comfortable working in various event settings, including indoor and outdoor venues. 
• Mobility to move around event spaces and oversee event setup and teardown. 
• Adaptability to travel for events throughout the organization's nine-county service area as required. 

EXPECTATIONS OF BEHAVIOR: 

• Develop a deep understanding of Lighthouse's work, employees, clients, and communities so that the organizational programs and events reflect well with our brand messages. 

BENEFITS:

Lighthouse offers an excellent benefits package to full-time employees. Benefits include: 100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, life, and vision insurance; generous paid leave including PTO, sick, and agency holidays, employer matching 401K plan, and paid continuing education.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type

• Full-time

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.