Program Coordinator - Community Prevention

Action for Boston Community Development; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Training opportunities

Job summary

Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) seeks a Program Coordinator for its Community Prevention Programs in Downtown Boston. You will oversee daily operations, implement evidence-based interventions, and ensure compliance with funder guidelines and program goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in health education or related field and 1–3 years of experience, with strong skills in counseling, outreach, data collection, and collaboration with community partners in Boston.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health education, counseling, social work, or related field.
• One to three years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to conduct individual education and counseling sessions.
• Excellent knowledge of HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STI prevention and sexual health.
• Knowledge of outreach strategies including street/venue-based outreach and social media.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight and monitoring of program activities to ensure fidelity and funding compliance.
• Conduct evidence-based group and individual interventions with the target population.
• Develop outreach, recruitment and marketing strategies to raise awareness and access to services.
• Conduct program evaluation and data collection following the evaluation plan and funder guidelines.
• Train and supervise volunteers and staff across venues and social media activities.
• Monitor reporting and progress per funding guidelines and submission dates.
• Prepare progress reports and assist in grant applications.

Skills

Counseling sessions

HIV prevention

Outreach strategies

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Group facilitation

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in health education

Related field experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Program Coordinator - Community Prevention

Department: Health Services

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Downtown Boston - Chauncy Street

Compensation: $55,255 / year

Description

The Program Coordinator is responsible for the daily operation of ABCD’s Community Prevention Programs, which provide prevention and risk reduction education to target populations in Boston. The Program Coordinator is primarily responsible for conducting the selected evidence-based interventions and evaluations with program participants, and for overseeing program activities according to goals and objectives, and reporting according to funder guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight and monitoring of program activities to assure fidelity to program models and in accordance with funding guidelines.
• Conduct evidence-based group and individual-level interventions with the target population.
• Develop and implement program outreach, recruitment, and marketing strategies to increase community/participant awareness of and access to services.
• Conduct program evaluation and data collection activities according to the program evaluation plan and funder guidelines.
• Support organized peer-driven community events within targeted Boston neighborhoods, partnering with organizations to recruit the target population.
• Train and supervise volunteers with respect to programmatic activities, including monthly program meetings.
• Train staff at participating venue sites, including social media and marketing activities at participating sites.
• Monitor programs through online data reporting and progress reporting respective to funding guidelines and submission dates.
• Perform administrative tasks specific to the program in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Ensure that all educational materials used are approved, evidence-based, and, as required, approved by the funder and consistent with funding guidelines.
• Prepare progress reports in accordance with funding guidelines and assist in developing grant applications.
• Represent ABCD Health Services department at meetings of community and
  professional organizations, as well as on ABCD committees and board meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in health education, counseling, social work, or related field, and one to three years of relevant work experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct individual education and counseling sessions.
• Excellent knowledge of HIV/AIDS/Hepatitis/STI prevention and sexual health, including general reproductive health, family planning, and women’s health.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HIV/AIDS/Hepatitis family planning and reproductive health education, and community health education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of outreach strategies, including street and venue-based outreach and social media.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse social, economic, and cultural backgrounds, particularly in communities of color
• Excellent group facilitation skills and an ability to work with a variety of curricula.
• Flexibility in work hours and locations.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office programs and the internet.
• Bilingual skills are a plus

Expected Salary: $55,255.20 annually ($30.36/hour) USD. Salary scales are set according to an explicit compensation policy and relevant market data. Due to funding restrictions and our strong focus on internal parity, this salary is thoughtfully aligned with the duties expected for this role, and offers are firm.

Why Work Here

• Make a Difference: Every day, your work directly impacts the lives of thousands in the Greater Boston community, empowering them and making positive, lasting change.
• Inclusive Environment: ABCD values the diversity of its workforce, with an inclusive culture that respects individuality and promotes collaboration.
• Continuous Learning: We offer numerous training and development opportunities, ensuring our staff remain at the forefront of community action methodologies and strategies.
• Comprehensive Benefits: At ABCD, we take care of our own, providing a competitive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement plans.
• A Legacy of Impact: Join an organization that boasts a legacy spanning over half a century, consistently championing the rights and needs of our community’s most vulnerable.
• Teamwork & Camaraderie: Be a part of a passionate team, united in their mission to combat poverty, and ensure every individual can reach their fullest potential.