Program Coordinator
Salary Range: 21.50 To 23.50 (USD) Hourly
Shift: Monday – Friday, 7am – 3pm and/or 11am – 7pm
Are you looking for the opportunity to use your skills and experience to help those who are in need?
Bethesda Project has a great opportunity for you to use those skills to impact the lives of our residents and to be family to those who have none.
The Program Coordinator is a member of our Leadership Team, responsible for carrying out Bethesda Project's mission by overseeing the day-to-day operation of the program. The Program Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of program operations including staffing, budget control/monitoring, and coordinating maintenance.
Reports to: Director of Housing
General Responsibilities:
Supervise staff, including orientation, planning, organizing, and directing work.
Oversee case management of residents, including facilitating weekly case management meetings, monitoring case management workflow including system, and prioritizing Case Manager work tasks as resident needs dictate.
Ensure the overall safety of residents and staff.
Document all emergencies, injuries, in-house infractions, etc. using appropriate communication channels.
Provide on-call availability to staff outside of regular business hours, in the event of an emergency.
Skills/Educational Requirements:
MSW or similar degree preferred. Four (4) year degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in Human Services, Counseling, Social Work, or related field, required.
1-2 years supervisory experience.
Positive, strong leadership that can motivate, guide, and direct a team.
Strong understanding of homelessness, substance abuse, and mental health issues.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational communication skills and computer literacy with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Current and valid state-issued driver's license preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Requires repetitive movement of hands and fingers for typing and/or writing. Frequent standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, occasional stooping, kneeling, or crouching, and lifting up to 35 lbs. Ability to reach with hands and arms and perform audio and visual assessments, as required.
Benefits:
• Paid Time Off
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 403(b)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Perks Program
Skills Required
- Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in Human Services, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
- One to two years of supervisory experience
- Strong leadership ability to motivate, guide, and direct a team
- Strong understanding of homelessness, substance abuse, and mental health issues
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational communication skills
- Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Master of Social Work or similar degree
- Current and valid state-issued driver's license
What We Do
Bethesda Project is a Philadelphia nonprofit that provides emergency shelter, housing, and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness. Its continuum of care includes drop-in services, shelters, and permanent supportive or independent housing, offering places to stabilize and regain dignity. Through a Housing First approach and case management, it helps people achieve stability and fulfills its mission to care for the abandoned and be family with those who have none.
