Training Coordinator

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The MGH Center for School Behavioral Health conducts clinical research, develops and implements effective school-based behavioral health programs, and informs policy to expand access to school-based behavioral health. We partner with hundreds of schools to develop and test interventions and have several ongoing research studies and implementation programming. The MGH Center for School Behavioral Health seeks a full-time Training Coordinator to support our expanding program portfolio. The Coordinator will report directly to the Project Manager(s) and will be responsible for managing logistics and administrative tasks to support the Center’s expanding portfolio of program-related activities. This portfolio includes iDECIDE, the Center' flagship school-based behavioral health program, and emerging opportunities around restorative policy implementation in schools and design of a universal substance prevention and mental health promotion. Responsibilities include coordinating logistics of program-related activities, scheduling events and trainings, preparing materials program-related activities, conducting informal research (e.g., landscape analyses, literature reviews) to inform program development, and maintaining systems of communication with internal staff and external stakeholders (e.g., school-based staff, community-based organizations, etc.). The Coordinator will also play a key role in bolstering the Center’s portfolio of programming through supporting the planning, development, implementation, and dissemination of schools-based behavioral health prevention and early intervention programs. They will also coordinate community engagements and community events to maintain strong partnerships with schools and community-based organizations in Massachusetts. Strong candidates for this role must possess the ability to work independently, under supervision of the Project Manager(s), and must possess strong organizational skills, communication skills, and the ability to work proactively to address challenges. This position is grant-funded, and subject to annual renewal cycles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 2-3 years of work experience, OR Master’s degree (e.g., MPH, MSW) with 1-2 years' experience preferred.
Prior experience and/or coursework relating to school-based programming, community-based programming, or prevention programming is preferred.
Strong analytical, communication (written and verbal), problem-solving, and organizational skills required.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively build relationships with diverse populations.
Exercises good judgement in prioritizing competing tasks and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Experience managing a CRM or LMS, or other large databases to support partner communications.
Commitment to addressing the various challenges in youth behavioral health and to upholding equity in the pursuit of improving behavioral health supports in school and community settings.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent computer skills (MS Office Suite).
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Experience with Learning management systems and virtual training.
Proficient in collaborative skills to work with different departments, trainers, and external partners.
Proficient organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Coordinate programming activity logistics, including but not limited to reserving space, creating registration pages, scheduling meetings, managing Calendly, and posting events on internal and external sites.
Oversee virtual and in-person event preparation, such as printing materials, packing training boxes, and arranging catering and A/V needs.
Liaise with internal MGB stakeholder(s) and external stakeholders as directed to advance program-related activities.
Provide administrative and technical support during trainings and events.
Manage and update various administrative records and directories, including the CRM.
Attend regular meetings and professional development sessions.
Participate in outreach efforts, including attending community engagement events, and collaborate with community partners to promote CSBH research and programming.
Conduct background research on youth behavioral health challenges, evidence-based practices, and relevant policy landscape to inform program design and development.
Assist in identifying grant opportunities and preparing sections of grant proposals to secure funding to support new programs.
Support data collection and findings disseminations through liaising with the data team.
Create materials to support existing and upcoming programs.