Cancer Support Program Coordinator (Per Diem, Days)
About The Position
The Cancer Support Program Coordinator is responsible for developing educational and psych-social programs supporting wellness and comprehensive care for clients dealing with cancer in collaboration with cancer center staff. The Coordinator acts as the conduit for programs offered at the cancer center and in conjunction with other local cancer agencies such as the American Cancer Society. They support patient care through direct patient contacts, educating staff about program offerings and resources available, community networking with other service providers, and by acting as the liaison for all facilitators/instructors of cancer support groups and classes. The coordinator oversees volunteer services at the Cancer Center and serves as the on-site coordinator for the PAWS animal activities program. Additionally, direction is given to "Healing Art" displays (Healing Art Gallery committee, Faces of Hope, community healing arts projects). Oversight is provided to the library volunteers in terms of development, acquisitions, and daily operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in field that demonstrates good communication skills)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to meet deadlines both financial and time related
- Must show sensitivity for the patient and family and maintain strict confidentiality
- Must be able to work independently
- Self-motivated, flexible and able to work well with multidisciplinary teams
- Proficient at basic computer programs such as Word, Outlook, Excel
- Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in program development
- Grant writing experience
- Support group facilitation experience
- Other related skills
Responsibilities
- Develop educational and psych-social programs supporting wellness and comprehensive care for clients dealing with cancer in collaboration with cancer center staff.
- Act as the conduit for programs offered at the cancer center and in conjunction with other local cancer agencies.
- Support patient care through direct patient contacts.
- Educate staff about program offerings and resources available.
- Engage in community networking with other service providers.
- Serve as the liaison for all facilitators/instructors of cancer support groups and classes.
- Oversee volunteer services at the Cancer Center.
- Serve as the on-site coordinator for the PAWS animal activities program.
- Provide direction for "Healing Art" displays (Healing Art Gallery committee, Faces of Hope, community healing arts projects).
- Provide oversight to library volunteers in terms of development, acquisitions, and daily operations.
Benefits
- $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
- Prescription and dental group insurance
- Retirement with employer match
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned
- Extended Sick Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
- Employee Assistance Program
- Educational Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
