Part-time Engagement Co-Coordinator

Temple University•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$19 - $21•Hybrid

About The Position

Temple University's Barnett College of Public Health is searching for a Part-time Engagement Co-Coordinator to support a funded research study comparing peer-supported travel training to travel training without peer support. The Engagement Coordinator will support the meaningful engagement of other partners with disabilities on the Steering Committee and Advisory Council. These groups provide a crucial role by using their unique expertise and lived experience to ensure the patient-centeredness of procedures and outcomes. Candidates who have lived experience with a developmental disability are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

A minimum of two years of relevant work experience is required.
Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office software programs, email communications, calendar management, and shared drives.
Proficient in use of web-conferencing apps (e.g., Zoom).
Ability to function as a member of a multidisciplinary research team and to provide support to various levels of leadership.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, and articulate questions or problems encountered to supervisors.
Ability to interact with and facilitate the accessibility of needs of diverse stakeholder population to include community partners, clients and staff.
Ability to maintain attention to detail, and adherence to project deadlines.
Good written and oral communication skills, in person and virtually (e.g., web-based meetings).
Ability to conduct research fact finding searches, including internet and scholarly literature searches.
Ability to travel locally.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.
Candidates who have lived experience with a developmental disability are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Support a funded research study comparing peer-supported travel training to travel training without peer support.
Support the meaningful engagement of other partners with disabilities on the Steering Committee and Advisory Council.
Prepare materials for the meetings to ensure accessibility comprehension, and engagement.
Communicate with and coordinate with members of the groups via email and phone/text.
Meet individually with members to review tasks and agenda items prior to the meetings.
Co-facilitate meetings to elicit members’ feedback and perspectives.
Gather feedback from members, and adapt procedures and strategies based on feedback.
Generate solutions to interpersonal, access, or scheduling challenges with support.
Facilitate coordination across sites and support the implementation of the "Ready to Ride" intervention.