Program Coordinator - Military FRC

SAY San Diego; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 35.000 - 37.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SAY San Diego is seeking a Program Coordinator to deliver engaging programs for military families, parents and children, onsite and in the community. You will be the welcoming face and voice for MFRC, coordinating activities and guiding staff and volunteers.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, experience with military families, and the ability to work 8:30am–5:00pm with some evenings and weekends for events.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Experience with educational and recreational programs for children 0–8.
• Experience working with military families is highly preferred.
• Able to work evenings and weekends when needed.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, coordinate, and implement weekly playgroups, community events and programs for military families.
• Develop activities for children and families across educational, recreational, and cultural spheres.
• Maintain safe, welcoming environments and manage program materials and snacks.
• Coordinate outreach, recruitment, and partnerships with community organizations.
• Maintain confidential files and data on program participation and outcomes.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Customer focus

Independent work

Multitasking

Cultural competence

Transportation access

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Child & Youth Development, Human Services, or related field

Herramientas

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Canva

Database management

Descripción del empleo

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Full Time

Salary Range: $25.73 To $27.02 Hourly

POSITION PROFILE:

Are you passionate about supporting military families, bringing creativity to your work, and building strong community partnerships? This unique role provides program support for the Military Family Resource Center (MFRC), delivering engaging programming for both parents and children—on‑site and in the community—through collaboration with local partner organizations. As the "face and voice" of the MFRC, the Program Coordinator serves as a welcoming first point of contact for families, community members, and partners seeking assistance or connection. Onsite schedule is 8:30am - 5:00pm M-F with occasional weekends and evenings (for special events).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, coordinate, and implement weekly playgroups, gardening groups, community events, and other programs that create opportunities for military‑connected parents, children, and families to build relationships, community, and obtain resources.
• Develop and facilitate engaging activities for children and families, including age‑appropriate educational, recreational, social, multicultural, physical fitness, sports, academic, fine arts, practical arts, and outdoor activities.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment by maintaining appropriate site conditions and equipment, following safety and emergency procedures, adhering to Child Abuse Reporting responsibilities, and preparing snacks in accordance with program guidelines.
• Provides guidance and support to MFRC staff, volunteers and interns.
• Effectively coordinate and support all MFRC programs to include maintaining and updating program components, needed resources, and ordering program supplies.
• Coordinate and promote outreach activities such as creating promotional materials, actively support participant recruitment and retention efforts, support community outreach events, and identify opportunities to increase community awareness of MFRC programs and services coordinated by this position.
• Provide resource navigation, client advocacy, referrals, and follow‑up to support military families seeking assistance, while maintaining accurate and confidential case files and participant information.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with families, community organizations, and strategic partners, including establishing partnerships with vetted organizations to provide resources, services, and events for the military community and serving as a liaison between SAY San Diego and community partners.
• Maintain accurate program data of participant attendance, outreach and engagement activities, statistical reporting, and community feedback.
• Serves as a MFRC liaison representing SAY San Diego and the San Diego Military Family Collaborative by participating in required SAY, funder, partner, and community meetings; supporting the San Diego Military Family Collaborative...

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Certifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Development, Human Services, or related field required.
• Child Youth Development training and experience. (1-5 yrs. preferred), in the supervision and management of educational and recreational programs for children ages 0 to 8 years old.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and cultures and socio‑economic families.
• At least 1 year lived or professional experience working with military families. Strong understanding of military culture is highly required.
• Strong ability to cultivate meaningful relationships within the military‑connected community.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Possess knowledge of military culture and resources and is passionate about supporting military‑connected families.
• Strong computer skills and expertise with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Canva, database management
• Customer focused, innovative, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative, be self‑directed, effectively manages multiple demands, detail oriented, well organized, and work independently.
• Works well with a broad range of diverse, cultural, and socio‑economic populations and backgrounds.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when needed.
• Access to reliable transportation and willing to use it for work‑related purposes.