Program Coordinator with 1000 Hiring Bonus

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic social service organization dedicated to serving children, youth, and families. As a Program Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in supporting clients, managing program operations, and fostering community relationships. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and positive environment. With a focus on teamwork and professional development, you'll enjoy a fulfilling career that challenges and energizes you. Embrace the chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values trustworthiness and community engagement.

Benefits

Hiring Bonus

Supportive Work Environment

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth or individuals experiencing homelessness preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist program management in day-to-day operations and coordinate client services.
• Recruit clients, develop services, and maintain client documentation.
• Facilitate weekly client groups and promote the program at community gatherings.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Experience with Youth

Microsoft Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Description

Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and rewards employees. Consider joining us!

$1,000 Hiring Bonus!

Job Summary:

As a Program Coordinator you will assist program management in day-to-day program operations and coordinate the provision of client services. You will recruit clients into the program; develop services to meet clients' needs and monitor and maintain all client file documentation/reports. You will review, facilitate and manage client referrals and the intake/discharge process, meet with clients and observe and record their behavior and progress and communicate regularly with professionals and outside agencies involved in client transition regarding client progress. You will provide work direction and training to program staff and volunteers, facilitate weekly client groups and/or client recreation activities, build new relationships with community organizations and employers and promote/represent the program at community gatherings. You will be responsible for staff scheduling, training and orientation.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred but not required.


• Experience working with youth or individual experiencing homelessness preferred.


• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and a Motor Vehicle Check.


• Experience with Microsoft Suite.


• Strong written and oral communication and problem-solving skills.


• Able to demonstrate confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety and respect.

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