INTERIM MV HOPE COORDINATOR

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for building and sustaining a community-based coalition in Mount Vernon, WA, and general oversight for the activities of the coalition, including planning, delivering, evaluating, and reporting on activities. The Community Coordinator will identify and implement strategies that lead to sustainable and lasting community involvement. Function at a high level working collaboratively and independently.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

Skagit Valley Family YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. The Y does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. All staff hired at the Y are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Community organizing and outreach; project coordination

• Work as a team member with agency staff and partners to meet program goals; report to lead agency, partners, and coalition leadership on progress and challenges.
• Continually broaden expertise in prevention, including risk and protective factor model, and serve as a resource person for the indicated communities and agency.
• Conduct literature/resource reviews to identify best practices for coalitions.
• Represent coalitions through professional associations and in professional settings locally, regionally, and beyond as appropriate to recruit and maintain a diverse coalition membership, build community awareness and support, and maximize local impact.
• Coordinate activities such as:
  • Identifying community resources and understanding community needs
  • Analyzing community health indicator data
  • Conducting planning activities to enhance community health
  • Directing coalitions in selecting evidence-based health interventions
  • Collaborating with other local, regional, or state coalitions to strengthen local efforts
• Assist coalition members in navigating Strategic Prevention Framework and guiding coalitions to develop a comprehensive action plan based on needs assessment and strategic planning.
• Develop and implement data collection methods/tools for activities and projects in conjunction with others.
• Coordinate and facilitate coalition meetings and communicate effectively with members.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct educational and training activities. Develop training, reference materials, and workshops for coalition and community members and activities.
• Develop content for coalition pages on the agency website.
• Collaborate with agency leadership, health and education partners, local businesses, community-based organizations, and the media to promote the coalition's mission and goals.
• Evaluate coalition effectiveness and strategic plan.
• Maintain open and effective communication with service providers and colleagues.
• Recruit and support volunteers or interns as appropriate to assure the quality of the program.
• Provide information for the development of program budget; monitor supplies and expenses.
• Assist with identification and acquisition of donations and financial support.
• Ensure that sound health and safety measures are practiced in all activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Ability: Satisfactorily perform the functions of the job require the ability to: communicate effectively with a wide variety of teachers, administrators, business and community partners; facilitate consensus with diverse groups; plan, organize, and facilitate meaningful staff development activities for teachers; and problem-solve around issues of curriculum organization and implementation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The usual and customary methods of performing job functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; significant reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling. Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 30% walking, and 20% standing.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school degree or GED is required
• Skilled use of social media platforms, content creation, and engagement 
• Minimum of 1 year of design, communications, writing or related experience 
• Fluent in Spanish is highly encouraged 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Strong attention to detail 
• Able to demonstrate the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community 
• Strongly self-motivated and able to work both independently and in a team 
• Willing and able to learn quickly 
• Willing and able to accept directions and feedback 
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills 
• Current state-approved certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid & Bloodborne Pathogens, as well as Abuse Prevention and Mandatory Reporting training are required within 90 days of hire. 

BENEFITS FROM DAY 1: 

• Free YMCA household membership
• 403(b) Saving Account enrollment;
• 8 paid federal holidays a year (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• Additional bilingual, premium pay of $1.00 for those who are fluent bilingual Spanish, Triqui, Mixtec, Russian and Ukrainian speakers. Ability to write or translate written materials is not required to receive this premium.

Your other benefits will be (waiting period applies):

• Paid Sick & Vacation Day (accrual begins from day-1, eligible to use after 90-days)
• 2 paid personal days & 1 paid birthday per year
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• 403 (b) Retirement Employer Match (after 2 years with 1,000 hours)
• Life insurance, and more! (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)