Program Coordinator - SandCastles - 40 Hours - Days
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Works in conjunction with the SandCastles team to provide for the needs of grieving children and their families.
· Provides for the SandCastles Program - recruiting, assessment, orientation, training, managing, evaluating, and recognizing volunteers.
· Required for evening (occasional weekend) functions for coordination and supervision of the program at one or more sites in-person and/or virtual.
· Responsible for leadership of an age group at overnight weekend grief camp.
· Responsible for the planning, implementation, and facilitating of group activities and management of children's grief group volunteer facilitators and adjunct volunteers at sites, virtual, and camps.
· Responsible for relationship with sponsoring site(s) including date planning, contract needs, and space usage oversight.
· Responsible for the marketing and fundraising, including fundraising committees, at assigned sites.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
· Bachelor's Degree with a background in counseling, social work, psychology, or relevant field required.
· Master's Degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
· Minimum of five (5) years commensurate work experience accepted in lieu of Bachelor's degree.
· Previous experience working with volunteers, bereavement, and children's issues preferred.
· Proficiency with software programs, including Microsoft office required.
· Flexibility to participate at the overnight children's grief camp weekend required.
· Requires interpersonal skills to present a positive image of Henry Ford Health and SandCastles Grief Support Program to volunteers, families, and the community.
· Displays sensitivity in discussing the reality of death, grief, and loss, with children, families, volunteers, and the community.
· Excellent written communication skills, writing concisely and objectively in documentation with timeliness and accuracy required.
· Maintains confidentiality of records and information relating to families, volunteers, and staff.
· Utilizes effective communication skills and displays tact and decorum in all communication with staff, families, volunteers, administration, and community representatives.
· Transports supplies to assigned community program sites.
· Responsible for set up and take down at program sites as needed. (i.e., May include setting up tables/tents, moving/transporting bins, and boxes.)
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
· Must have valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
· Works in a clean, well-lighted office environment.
· Works in a variety of community program settings and camps.
· Subjected to irregular working hours including evenings and weekends as needed.
· Must have valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
· Requires use of personal vehicle during work hours for travel within surrounding counties to SandCastles program sites and camp.
· Occasional lifting may be required.
· Works under the supervision of the SandCastles Manager and Leadership.
· In the absence of a Program or Clinical Staff, may need to cover duties.
Equipment:
· Office equipment, supplies, and database necessary to provide SandCastles services.
· Use of protective equipment as needed for standard precautions.
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Partnering with nearly 2 million people on their health journey, Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services at 250 care locations throughout southeast and south central Michigan. With 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford is also among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers. Our superior care and discoveries are powered by nearly 6,000 physicians, researchers and advanced practice providers. Learn more at henryford.com.
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