Diabetes Prevention Program Coordinator

YMCA of Southeastern NC•Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

The Diabetes Prevention Program Coordinator leads the YMCA’s grant-funded Diabetes Prevention Program throughout Southeastern North Carolina. The coordinator oversees daily regional operations, facilitates evidence-based lifestyle change sessions, supports participant success, supervises Lifestyle Coaches, and manages outreach, enrollment, program data, and grant reporting. Working closely with the Community Health Director and community partners, the coordinator helps expand access to diabetes prevention services across the region. Regular travel to YMCA locations and community partner sites is required. The position is guaranteed through August 31, 2027, only; continued employment beyond that date depends on funding, program needs, and satisfactory performance and is not guaranteed. The role includes delivering the approved CDC Prevent Type 2 Diabetes curriculum in accordance with grant requirements, YMCA standards, and applicable CDC requirements. Work may take place at YMCA facilities, partner and community locations, offices, and approved virtual settings. The schedule varies with classes, participant needs, community events, and partner availability; occasional early morning, evening, or weekend work may be required. The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a stated pay range of $19–$21 per hour. The YMCA describes its culture as welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined, and centers its work on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements

Experience in health education, behavior change, wellness, chronic disease prevention, or community-based programming.
Ability to coordinate multiple classes, locations, partnerships, deadlines, and participant needs across a regional service area.
Strong facilitation, communication, relationship-building, organization, and follow-through skills.
Comfort using electronic systems for scheduling, participant tracking, data entry, reporting, and virtual meetings.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and create a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive participant experience.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to meet YMCA driving requirements; regular regional travel is required.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups, use standard office and presentation technology, and transport program materials between locations.
Ability to complete and maintain CPR and First Aid certification and assist individuals in need until professional help arrives.
Ability to identify emergency situations and respond appropriately under established procedures; ability to perform safety-related physical tasks, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.
Bachelor’s degree in public health, health promotion, nutrition, exercise science, social work, education, human services, or a related field; equivalent education and experience may be considered. The posting describes the degree as preferred.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience supervising, coaching, or leading staff or volunteers.
Current DPP Lifestyle Coach training; if not already completed, the selected candidate must successfully complete approved training within the YMCA’s required timeframe.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred; equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee regional delivery and day-to-day operations of the Diabetes Prevention Program in accordance with the approved CDC Prevent Type 2 Diabetes curriculum, grant requirements, YMCA standards, and applicable CDC requirements.
Facilitate engaging, participant-centered lifestyle change sessions in person and through approved virtual formats.
Recruit, screen, enroll, orient, and retain eligible participants; provide ongoing encouragement, follow-up, and support.
Coordinate regional class schedules, locations, outreach, referrals, and participant communications.
Supervise, train, schedule coach meetings, coach, and support Lifestyle Coaches while maintaining consistent program quality.
Build and maintain relationships with health care providers, employers, community organizations, faith-based organizations, public agencies, and other referral partners, working with the Director.
Maintain accurate and confidential participant records, including attendance, weight, activity, referrals, and program outcomes.
Monitor enrollment, attendance, retention, and participant progress; use program data to identify gaps and improve results.
Prepare timely program, grant, and recognition reports in partnership with the Community Health Director and YMCA staff.
Manage program supplies and resources and assist with monitoring the assigned program budget.
Represent the YMCA at regional community meetings, outreach events, partner presentations, and chronic disease prevention initiatives.
Complete required DPP, YMCA, safety, privacy, and job-related training and maintain required credentials.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, protect participant confidentiality, and perform other duties supporting Community Health initiatives.
Travel regularly throughout Southeastern North Carolina to YMCA locations, community partner sites, and regional outreach activities.
Complete and maintain CPR and First Aid certification; respond appropriately to emergencies and report safety incidents and hazards.
Maintain a safe, clean, hazard-free environment and follow YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and applicable state and local regulations.