Job Description

The Program Coordinator will oversee and manage onsite, daily implementation of campus

programming at Riverview Wellness Village. Reporting to the Deputy Director of OCWR, the Program

Coordinator will collaborate closely with OCWR leadership, consultants, as well as onsite teams,

leaders and subject matter experts from partnering agencies to identify, source and implement

supplemental and core services at Riverview Wellness Village. The role involves program planning and

design, resource identification and navigation, consistent communication with multiple stakeholders, and

a commitment to excellence in program execution. The Program Coordinator will be the on-the-ground

contact for program scheduling, logistics, and tracking.

Essential Functions

· In collaboration with key stakeholders and community organizations/partners, create and

manage a comprehensive strategy for supplemental and core programming and service

delivery for the Riverview Wellness Village community.

· Project manage the sourcing, program planning, and implementation of key supplemental

services including, but not limited to, workforce development, education, recreation, and

other wellness activities.

· Plan and facilitate community-building activities, meetings, and peer-led groups aligned with

the strategic vision of the Office of Community Wellness and Recovery.

· Foster partnerships with local organizations and agencies to enhance and expand community

wellness and recovery services.

· Develop, clarify and manage the scope, scheduling and communications of all campus

programming initiatives in addition to supporting with tracking agency deliverables and

program targeted outcomes.

· Administrative coordination of onsite provider agency meeting.

· Ensure project requirements are achieved in a timely fashion and within budget guidelines.

· Determine project costs/ensures delivery on time and within budgetary guidelines

· Monitor and assess the effectiveness and impact of existing community wellness and

recovery initiatives and make recommendations for improvement.

· Serve as a primary contact for provider agencies who work with the campus community to

address client-related or logistical challenges and be a resource that disseminates information

to the campus community.

· Address minor conflicts or concerns promptly, using de-escalation and communication skills,

and elevate significant concerns to leadership appropriately.

· Collaborate with other city departments and agencies to ensure a holistic and integrated

approach to community wellness and recovery.

· Coordinate and facilitate the community engagement plan for the Office of Community

Wellness and Recovery which educates community partners of the goals of OCWR and

provides visibility for all members of the Wellness Continuum.

· Plan and implement volunteer engagement activities as well as host tours at Riverview

Wellness Village.

· Represent the city at community events and meetings to promote and raise awareness about

community wellness and recovery initiatives.

** Knowledge**

• Strong background in community health and recovery, experience with programming in a residential service community as well as a passion for creating positive change.
• Understanding of population served at Riverview Wellness Village and programming in residential environments.

** Skills:**

• Ability to set a plan for and coordinate cross-functional teams with clear goals and objectives
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proven ability to foster strong working relationships within teams, across departments, and with external partners to drive project success.
• Proficiency in developing detailed project plans, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely delivery while balancing competing priorities.
• High energy and commitment to hospitality and fostering a culture of positivity and opportunity.

Abilities:

• Ability to create and execute program plans from concept to optimization.
• Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing tasks and resources to meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Ability find compromise and to address and resolve conflicts or challenges within teams, ensuring project progression without disruption.
• High level of precision and attention to detail, ensuring all aspects of a project are executed with accuracy and meet defined quality standards.

Qualifications

· Completion of a Bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university with a major coursework

in Social Work, Public Administration or a closely related field

· Minimum of at least 3 years working coordinating agency programming and collaboration

· 3+ years of project management experience is a plus.

· Master’s Degree preferred.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office

of Community Wellness and Recovery and Human Resources.

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:

• Transportation : City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

_ *The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire_

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx