Program Assistant

Cooper University Hospital•Camden, NJ

8d•$23 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

This multi-grant funded position supports the implementation and operational success of a variety of grant-funded programs and initiatives through administrative, programmatic, outreach, and logistical support. Responsibilities may include coordinating meetings and events, supporting community and participant outreach, tracking program activities and grant deliverables, managing supplies and inventory, assisting with data collection and reporting, and transporting supplies and equipment as needed. The Program Assistant works closely with the Grants team, program staff, clinical teams, and community partners to support effective program operations, community engagement, and achievement of grant objectives.

Requirements

Requires experience driving and towing, which may include personal or professional experience, or a demonstrated understanding of safe towing practices and trailer maneuvering.
High School Diploma Required
Valid Driver’s License Required
Candidates with a combination of 3–5 years of relevant work experience—such as driving and maintaining mobile units, supporting community health programs, managing inventory, or coordinating multi-partner events—are encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

Strong customer service and event coordination skills are a plus, especially for engaging diverse communities, managing logistics in dynamic settings, to create a welcoming and organized clinic environment for both mobile and fixed clinic operations.
Applicants with prior Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) experience will be given special consideration, as their background demonstrates familiarity with operating larger vehicles and adhering to transportation safety standards.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support for grant-funded programs and initiatives, including coordinating activities, preparing materials, maintaining records, scheduling meetings, and supporting communication among internal teams, external partners, and community stakeholders.
Assist with tracking program activities, grant deliverables, service utilization, referrals, and outcomes. Support data collection, data entry, reporting, and other documentation required for program evaluation, quality improvement, and grant compliance.
Conduct outreach and follow-up communications with patients, participants, and community members, including appointment reminders, engagement calls, referral coordination, and dissemination of program information and resources.
Support community engagement, outreach activities, health promotion events, educational presentations, and partnership meetings. Distribute educational and promotional materials and represent programs in a professional and respectful manner.
Coordinate inventory and assist with ordering, tracking, receiving, organizing, storing, and distributing program supplies, equipment, and materials. Monitor stock levels and maintain accurate inventory records to support ongoing program operations.
Provide logistical support for program activities, meetings, outreach events, and community-based services, including setup and breakdown, transportation of supplies and equipment, and coordination of event-related resources.
Work closely with grants staff, clinical teams, and community partners to support grant-related activities, facilitate communication, and contribute to successful program implementation across multiple initiatives.
Adhere to organizational policies and procedures related to confidentiality, professionalism, safety, infection control, and client-centered service delivery.
Other tasks assigned