Program Coordinator

Central Union Mission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health/dental insurance

Full benefits

Job summary

Central Union Mission in Arlington, VA seeks a PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Bi-lingual, Eng/Spa) to ensure smooth delivery of services at the NOVA site. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly range and comprehensive benefits.

The position requires English/Spanish fluency, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and at least two years in service roles. Responsibilities include coordinating programs, assisting with distributions, and supporting volunteers and partners.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Demonstrate a Christ-like attitude.
• Polite and kind demeanor.
• Able to communicate program information and procedures.
• Team player with Volunteers and clients.
• Basic math and writing skills.
• Able to lift 40+ pounds.
• Math and computer skills with standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food distributions and announcements.
• Assist with facility management and office duties.
• Disseminate program information and materials.
• Check-in guests and coordinate with partners.
• Maintain program calendar and events.
• Support translation tasks.
• Recruit participants and assist with referrals.
• Receive and document in-kind donations.
• Organize and file materials and records.
• Guide visitors and give tours.
• Support special events and other duties.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Customer service

Team player

Basic math

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

2 years service experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Office equipment

Job description

POSITION TITLE: PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Bi-lingual, Eng/Spa)
REPORTS TO: Mission: NOVA Site Director
STATUS: Full-Time (40 hours/week, may vary)
LOCATION: Mission: NOVA (Arlington, VA)
HOURLY RANGE: $18.50-22.00/hour with full benefits, including paid holidays, health/dental insurance, etc.

SUMMARY:

This position is an exciting opportunity to serve with one of the most respected and impactful organizations in the Washington, DC, area. Central Union Mission has been serving the homeless and low-income families in the DC area for 143 years. The Mission has some of the most strategic programs in the nation for combatting homelessness and poverty. The Program Coordinator will help ensure seamless delivery of services to those we serve in Northern Virginia.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES (80%):

• Assist with food distributions and announcements.
• Assist with facility management
• Communicate program information and disseminate materials and flyers related to the Mission and special events.
• Perform administrative procedures in the office related to checking in guests.
• Coordinate program details with partner organizations, new and ongoing.
• Keep program calendar current with upcoming programs.
• Assist with translation
• Sign up new program participants and assist with referrals.
• Receive gift-in-kind donations and provide appropriate documentation.
• Organize and file physical and electronic Mission materials and program information.
• Clean up and maintain the office and food pantry.
• Keep track of weekly food and clothing distributions.
• Provide tours to orient and welcome visitors, partners, and clients.
• Assist with and coordinate special events
• Other duties as assigned by the site director and other Mission leadership.

OTHER (20%)

• Assist with unloading food and clothing donations.
• Serve as driver's helper on food and clothing pick-ups.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to write and speak fluently in both English and Spanish
• Demonstrate a Christ-like attitude.
• Polite and kind demeanor
• Ability to communicate program information, policy and procedures.
• Work as a team player assisting co-workers, volunteers and program participants.
• Problem solving skills with volunteer, partner, and client relations and with the facility and logistics.
• Basic math and writing skills.
• Ability to lift 40+ pounds.
• Basic computer proficiency
• Reliable and dependable.

EDUCATION REQUIREMNTS:

• Bachelors Degree in a related discipline, or similar
• 2 years' work experience in a service-related position

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical Demands: The position is generally physically active in nature and require standing, walking, lifting and ability to kneel down, stoop, bend at the waist, twist at the waist and reach, or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment (copier, fax, printers, multi-line phone systems).
• Must have good vision to read a computer screen.
• Ability to hear and speak to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to include repetitive keyboarding, grasping, and reaching to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or standard office equipment.
• Agreement with and commitment to Central Union Mission's mission and statement of faith required. Committed Christian and currently active in a local Christian church required.
• Experience using Microsoft 365
• Driver's license preferred