Training Coordinator, Doula & Lactation Progr

MATERNITY CARE COALITION INC • Philadelphia, PA

51d • $47,250 - $63,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Training Coordinator will work closely with the Program Manager to plan, coordinate, and facilitate all aspects of our community-based trainings and workshops, and will support other administrative and programmatic activities.

Requirements

• Understanding of MCC’s mission, goals, and objectives and ability to work independently with a high level of energy and contribute as part of a larger team.
• Knowledge of the concepts and practices associated with community health issues, particularly with pregnancy, prenatal care, parenting, and other services for parents, young children, and their families.
• Understanding of root causes of maternal and infant health disparities for communities of color and working knowledge of Reproductive and Racial Justice frameworks.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the issues facing the community served; knowledge of community resources.
• Demonstrated group facilitation and leadership skills.
• Excellent record-keeping and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and excellent time management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including data entry and database management, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, and experience using virtual collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
• One year of demonstrated experience teaching/facilitating group trainings and workshops, including on virtual meeting platforms.
• Trained as a Birth and Postpartum Doula or willing to receive training within 1 year of hire.
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), or willingness to attend a CLC training and pass the CLC exam within 1 year of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Human Resources, or a related field required; equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Organize/Responsible for all aspects of MCC’s 27-session Doula and Lactation Community Health Worker Training (DLCHW).
• Coordinate outreach and recruitment for DLCHW trainings to community members, partner organizations, and partner trainers.
• Assist with outreach and recruitment efforts to attract diverse, community-minded individuals for MCC’s Doula Lactation Community Health Worker (DLCHW) training across the Delaware Valley region.
• Set schedules for all pre-training Information Sessions and DLCHW training series.
• Organize logistics of trainings (virtual, hybrid, or in-person setting); location, childcare, and all training materials and supplies.
• Work with the Program Manager and team to integrate guest facilitators, plan training session agendas, and activities.
• Maintain detailed records of all training participants, guest trainers, and activities.
• Attend all training sessions as facilitator/co-facilitator.
• Support the development and implementation of an evaluation plan for the project.
• Support the Program Manager to implement a training replication model, including making revisions and updates to the Training Manual, Facilitator’s Guide, and Train the Trainer manual.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of ongoing Professional Development/Skills Building workshops for Community Doula and Lactation Peer Counselor Network.
• Support training graduates with the PCB (Perinatal Community-based) Doula Certification process.
• Provide coaching/mentoring to graduates as needed.
• Coordinate new doula orientation and training sessions for onboarding community doulas trained outside of MCC.
• Coordinate and track all new requests from graduating PCHWS and community doulas for clearances and other required documentation.
• Support Program Manager and team with various site/program specific activities and tasks as needed.
• Support Program Manager with funder reports as needed.
• Participate in team, site, and one-on-one supervision meetings as requested.
• Attend community meetings, health fairs, and events, and represent MCC as needed.
• Adheres to the MCC’s security guidelines and ensures the appropriate handling of sensitive information.
• Attends relevant staff meetings to promote communication and execution of goals.
• Completes special projects specific to the function of the department or as needed for the department as directed by the supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of position expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level