EDIFY Program Coordinator

KVC Health Systems, Inc.; Charleston, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

KVC Health Systems, Inc. in Charleston, WV, seeks an EDIFY Program Coordinator to lead an educational support framework for youth in foster care, recruit tutors, and match them with students.

This full-time, hybrid role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 1–2 years of relevant experience, a valid driver’s license, and basic MS Office/Schoology skills. Travel across counties is required, with occasional evening/weekend work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; field in social services or related area preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience working with children and families required.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment and onboarding of students; assess educational needs and provide equipment as needed.
• Recruit and support tutors; maintain a high-quality pool and provide feedback.
• Track student progress with measurable outcomes; communicate with caregivers and teachers.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Problem solving

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree

Preferred: Social services

Tools

Schoology

Job description

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Full Time Professional Charleston, WV, Charleston, WV, US

Salary: $47,000.00 Annually

EDIFY Program Coordinator - Full Time

Hybrid Position

At KVC Health Systems, we are driven by the vision that every person should be safe and connected to a strong family and a healthy community. We are currently seeking a dynamic and organized EDIFY Program Coordinator to lead an innovative educational support system designed to help youth in foster care achieve consistent academic success. Join a team that values your growth and wellbeing; we are proud to share that KVC maintains a work wellbeing score of 83 on Indeed, reflecting our commitment to a supportive and healthy workplace.

Position Summary

The EDIFY Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing a robust educational support framework for youth navigating the foster care system. This role involves building and maintaining a pool of qualified tutors, matching them with students, and providing ongoing support to Success Coaches, care managers, and volunteers. You will oversee a unique reward system to reinforce student growth, collaborate on community-facing training sessions, and track program outcomes to ensure the highest level of fidelity. As this is a grant-funded position, the Coordinator plays a critical role in demonstrating program impact for long-term sustainability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of student recruitment and onboarding, including assessing academic needs and providing necessary educational equipment.
• Recruit and field tutor applicants, providing consistent feedback and support to maintain a high‑quality educational pool.
• Track and evaluate student progress using measurable outcomes, maintaining open communication with caregivers, teachers, and treatment teams.
• Obtain and review IEP/504 information and progress reports, ensuring tutoring aligns with classroom objectives and school technology platforms like Schoology.
• Implement and oversee a points management and reward system to celebrate youth success and distribute incentives.
• Develop activities that empower youth to understand their rights and opportunities within the foster care system.
• Collaborate with internal training teams to create and present "Forage and Foster" presentations to the community three times annually.
• Build and establish strong relationships with community partners, including WVU, Vista, the Department of Education, and DoHS.
• Ensure all services and documentation follow regulatory requirements, contract terms, and agency guidelines.
• Observe for and report any signs of abuse or neglect in accordance with mandatory reporting guidelines.
• Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required; a degree in social services or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: One to two years of experience working with children and families is required.
• Licensure: A valid driver’s license and auto insurance are required.
• Skills: Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of school-based communication technology is a plus.
• Characteristics: Strong customer service focus, excellent time management, and a solutions-focused mindset.

KVC Values and Expectations

Our employees are the heart of our mission. We expect our team to work with children, families, and partners using the KVC values:

• Respect, Accountability, and Integrity.
• Open, Honest Communication.
• Teamwork and Continuous Improvement.
• Always asking, "What would you want for your child?"

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The EDIFY Coordinator must be able to perform the following to successfully meet the needs of our youth:

• Physical Demands: Regularly required to stand, walk, and communicate effectively. Must be able to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lifting: Regularly lift up to 10 pounds, frequently lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
• Travel: Travel to multiple counties within a service area is required. Availability for some evening and weekend work is necessary.
• Training: Must have knowledge of or attend training for de-escalation techniques and maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Environment: Work is performed in a variety of settings with moderate noise levels and occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.