Program Coordinator II

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland•Ashland, OH

About The Position

Under general direction, plan, develop, implement and monitor assigned programs. Provide training, learning resources and technical assistance in pursuit of a high-quality program. Coordinate and direct operations for program to assure efficient and sound programmatic and fiscal operations. Make recommendations and assist in the formulation of program objectives, practices, and plans. May provide short-term direct service. Under direction, ensure that the activities of this position and relevant programs are consistent with the mission, vision and values of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland. Plan, implement, and coordinate appropriate program(s). Give work directives, resolve problems, and set deadlines for personnel to ensure sound operational functioning. Prepare and/or monitor proposals, reports, statistics and budgets. Seek and write proposals for the purpose of finding funding to support various activities/programs. Monitor record keeping of program activities, including, but not limited to confidential client records, client participation lists, instructors' attendance, monthly and weekly reports. Plan and facilitate individual and departmental staff meetings. Maintain working knowledge of program(s), including content and staffing issues. Work within the framework of the program budget while managing a variety of concurrent activities effectively. Recruit, train and supervise a staff of volunteers. Interview prospective applicants for positions. Participate in the selection of new employees for the program. Train new employees in areas such as policy, department procedures, and government regulations. Attend community meetings related to the program(s), act as an advocate. Develop relationships with clients, businesses, community and civic organizations to promote goodwill, and to promote the services of the program(s). Perform other duties as necessary to accomplish objectives.

Requirements

Combination of experience and education normally represented by a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field, and from 3 to 5 years of related professional experience, including supervision required.
Fiscal, administrative, and supervisory experience necessary.
Must have the ability to relate to a wide variety of people, both professional and volunteers; as well represent the site/corporation to outside organizations and systems.
Must have competent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Able to write persuasively for grants/proposals.
Must have the ability to effectively prioritize and implement a variety of concurrent and varying activities.
Must be able to effectively and productively work with people of very diverse economic, cultural and administrative backgrounds.
Must be able to work independently from general instructions.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
Good working knowledge of computers with familiarity of Microsoft Office software.
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and reliable means of transportation for local travel.
Final applicant is required to be fingerprinted to complete background check.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of related professional experience working in programs or education with children and adults with developmental disabilities preferred, if working in areas of disability services.
LSW preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and coordinate appropriate program(s).
Give work directives, resolve problems, and set deadlines for personnel to ensure sound operational functioning.
Prepare and/or monitor proposals, reports, statistics and budgets.
Seek and write proposals for the purpose of finding funding to support various activities/programs.
Monitor record keeping of program activities, including, but not limited to confidential client records, client participation lists, instructors' attendance, monthly and weekly reports.
Plan and facilitate individual and departmental staff meetings.
Maintain working knowledge of program(s), including content and staffing issues.
Work within the framework of the program budget while managing a variety of concurrent activities effectively.
Recruit, train and supervise a staff of volunteers.
Interview prospective applicants for positions.
Participate in the selection of new employees for the program.
Train new employees in areas such as policy, department procedures, and government regulations.
Attend community meetings related to the program(s), act as an advocate.
Develop relationships with clients, businesses, community and civic organizations to promote goodwill, and to promote the services of the program(s).
Perform other duties as necessary to accomplish objectives.