Bilingual Program Coordinator

Pmch; Irvington (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established organization is seeking a dedicated individual to coordinate the Teen Speak NJ program, focusing on parent and professional engagement. This role involves daily operations management, partnership establishment, and training facilitation across Northern New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in public health and be bilingual in English and Spanish. This exciting opportunity allows you to make a significant impact on adolescent health and community outreach while working closely with various stakeholders. Join a passionate team committed to fostering positive change in the lives of teens and their families.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health or related fields required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is mandatory for this position.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of the Teen Speak NJ program.
• Establish partnerships with community organizations in Northern NJ.
• Conduct training and facilitate Teen Speak cohorts across counties.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Verbal communication

Written communication

Program development

Supervision

Outreach

Group presentation/facilitation

Understanding of public health issues

Education

Master’s degree in public health or related field

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the daily coordination of the Teen Speak NJ/Statewide Parent and Professional Engagement Program (S-PEP), and coordination and implementation of Teen Speak and MITEY Change in the northern NJ region.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Coordinate the daily operations of the Teen Speak NJ/Statewide Parent and Professional Engagement Program (S-PEP).
2. Establish and maintain partnerships with Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and others in the Northern Region.
3. Provide ongoing support and monitor progress toward objectives in Subawardee Monthly Check-ins. Troubleshoot issues. Manage communication between Subawardees to communicate upcoming deadlines and collect necessary data for reporting.
4. Conduct Teen Speak Training of Educators (TOE) for partner organizations. Secure Memoranda of Understanding. Ensure fidelity to the curriculum. Collect information/data for all Teen Speak cohorts and outcomes.
5. Implement/facilitate Teen Speak cohorts in the northern NJ region, ensuring cohorts in all counties. Implement with fidelity. Administer and collect process and outcomes evaluation tools. Coordinate monthly Teen Speak NJ Subawardee meetings to ensure Teen Speak targets are reached annually and that cohorts are offered in all 21 NJ counties.
6. Act as the point of contact for partner sites.
7. Identify professionals throughout the northern NJ region who work with pre-teens and teens to take the MITEY Change training. Coordinate with the subgrantees to ensure professionals from the 3 regions of the state are identified and participate in the training.
8. Coordinate and facilitate a statewide steering committee focused on the development of a statewide Teen Speak NJ website.
9. Assist Possibilities for Change with the development of the Teen Speak NJ website. Collect and post statewide Teen Speak and MITEY Change cohort information, including registration methods. Share statewide resources for parents and professionals.
10. Coordinate and implement a quarterly statewide Stakeholder committee, including youth, PCGs, and professionals with input and member recruitment from subgrantees.
11. Complete and submit accurate quarterly reports to Teen Speak NJ program manager for the northern NJ region in a timely manner.
12. Coordinate and host Teen Speak NJ focus group/interviews in the northern NJ region.
13. Assist Program Manager with daily management of the budget, placing orders, and tracking program expenses.
14. Attend all required meetings and trainings by funder.
15. Ensure all data collection tools are maintained for confidentiality.
16. Conduct all necessary marketing and outreach for recruitment.
17. Handle other assignments as requested.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. A master’s degree with a concentration in public health, health sciences, or related fields.
2. Bilingual English/Spanish is required.
3. This position requires the employee to own a functional vehicle, maintain a valid driver’s license and updated vehicle registration and insurance at all times.
4. Experience working with parent populations is preferred.
5. Experience and skill with supervision, outreach, program development, and group presentation/facilitation.
6. Demonstrated understanding of public health issues, parenting, and adolescent populations.
7. Computer literacy is required.
8. Good verbal and written communication skills.

All PMCH employees must comply with the guidelines of PMCH’s Immunization Policy.