Program Manager/ Program Coordinator (Housing/ Housing Stability)

MedStar Health; Cranston (RI); Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Program Manager/Coordinator focused on housing stability. This hybrid role requires onsite attendance and involves data gathering, project management, communication with stakeholders, and public presentations. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and applicable experience in housing and project management.

Qualifications

• Experience in addressing housing concerns.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in social development contexts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Gather data on the needs of the target population, those below 250% of the federal poverty level.
• Manage the flow of data, application reviews, and public communication.
• Conduct application screenings and reviews.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem Solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Administration

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Project Management

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Sciences

Job description

Job Title: Program Manager/ Program Coordinator (Housing/ Housing Stability)

Pay Rate: $35.00/hr. on w2 without benefits

Location: 41 West Road, Bldg. 74 Cranston, RI, 02920

Duration: 12+ months



Note:

Hybrid Position (within 30-40 miles) will need to come onsite to the office once every couple of weeks and attend community meetings that can be up to 4x per month.



Must Have:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Public Administration, Project Management, Social Sciences).


• Experience in addressing housing concerns.


• Public speaking experience.


• Experience in Project Management.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Gathering data, research and stakeholder feedback on the needs of the target population, those at or below 250% of the federal poverty level.


• Building system capacity for special projects including improving efficiency and identifying barriers.


• Manage the flow of the data, application reviews, training, and public communication. To include timeline, objectives, and responsibilities.


• Conduct application screenings and reviews


• Enter data into HMIS


• Analysis benefit cliffs and propose opportunities to address based on research, both empirical and methods obtained by collaboration from other states.


• Responsible for all communication regarding projects including written summaries, work plans, reports, conducting meetings and public presentations.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Public Administration, Project Management, Social Sciences).


• Proven experience in project management, preferably in social development contexts.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.


• Experience in addressing housing concerns and public benefits knowledge.


• Public speaking experience and the development of presentations.


• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in addressing housing concerns and public benefits knowledge.


• Public speaking experience and the development of presentations.


• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.