Project Coordinator- Mental Health Awareness Training

Colonial Group; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Life and AD&D insurance

403(b) Plan

Education reimbursement

Training and development

Productivity incentive

Licensure/certification reimbursement

Paid time off

Company holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Wheeler in Plainville, CT seeks a Project Coordinator for the Mental Health Awareness Training program. The role travels statewide to deliver trainings, coordinates sessions, and liaises with SAMHSA to advance prevention and recovery goals.

The position requires a BA/BS, strong communication and leadership skills, and experience in program management. Travel and flexible scheduling are expected as part of this full-time role.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required.
• Progressively responsible experience in project management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, time management and strategic planning skills.
• Knowledge of substance use and best practices in recovery.
• Experience with social media, health promotion and marketing.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates trainings with professionalism and fidelity to models being used in the program to diverse audiences across the state.
• Develops, implements, and maintains an effective communication strategy to promote the project to create and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Coordinates all aspects of training implementation to meet goals of the project.
• Builds and maintains relationships with college contacts, Safe Project Staff, DMHAS and others.
• Oversees the design and development of project website(s), as applicable.
• Effectively utilizes social marketing, social media and other technologies to reach priority populations.
• Participates in relevant committees and workgroups as needed.
• Assists in project planning and coordination meetings with funders.
• Collects and reports on demographic, statistical, and evaluation data for assigned programs.
• Keeps expenses within budget under supervision.
• Develops knowledge of populations served including cultural, ethnic, sexual orientation, gender, and ability differences.
• Promotes Wheeler’s Connecticut Center for Prevention, Wellness and Recovery and its activities.
• Provides exceptional customer service to funders and community outreach aligned with goals.
• Continues to develop knowledge about history and culture of groups served and uses appropriate methods.

Skills

Project management

Training facilitation

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Strategic planning

Data reporting

Event coordination

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

This Project Coordinator oversees the day-to-day operations of the Mental Health Awareness Training project. This is a highly visible role that works in close partnership with an array of stakeholders to meet the goals of the project. They are required to travel to meet with program partners and provide trainings across the state. They coordinate and conduct training sessions and act as a liaison to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). They track data, analyze results and write reports addressing progress toward goals. The Project Coordinator may also participate in conferences, and other professional development events on current topics or trends in the prevention and recovery fields. The Project Coordinator works under the direction of the Senior Director and exhibits a high level of critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making.

SALARY

$60,320

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

BA/BS degree required. Progressively responsible relevant experience with demonstrated competence in project management, and excellent communication, leadership, time management, and strategic planning skills required. Demonstrated training facilitation skills. Knowledge of substance use and best practices in recovery required. Expertise in social media, health promotion and marketing required.

This position requires some schedule flexibility including occasional evenings or weekends.

Must hold a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Licensure Requirements

Credential(s) Required: Recovery or Prevention Professional Certification preferred.

LOCATION

Plainville, CT

SCHEDULE

Full time

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

At Wheeler, we're committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Here's how we invest in you:

Nurture Your Health:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo
• Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna
• Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health

Secure Your Future:

• Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• 403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company

Fuel Your Career Growth:

• Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program
• Access training and development opportunities
• Receive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedication
• Get reimbursed for licensure/certification expenses

Maintain Work-Life Harmony:

• Recharge with generous paid time off, including:
  • 15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge
  • 8 sick days per year for your well-being
  • 2 personal days per year for your personal needs
  • 2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you
  • 9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones
• Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitates trainings with professionalism and fidelity to the models being used in the program to diverse audiences across the state.

Develops, implements, and maintains an effective communication strategy to promote the project to create and maintain effective relationships with an array of stakeholders.

Coordinates all aspects of training implementation to meet goals of the project.

Builds and maintains highly visible and effective relationships with college contacts, Safe Project Staff, DMHAS and others.

Oversees the design and development of project website(s), as applicable.

Effectively utilizes social marketing, social media and other emerging technologies as tools to reach priority populations.

Participates in relevant committees and workgroups as needed.

Actively participates in project planning and coordination meetings with funders.

Collects and reports on demographic, statistical, and evaluation data for assigned programs and activities.

Completes necessary data entry and other required tracking and data management.

Works in collaboration with the Senior Director to monitor and ensure that expenses are within budget limits.

Develops and maintains holistic knowledge of populations being served including cultural, ethnic, sexual orientation, gender, and ability difference.

Assists in other duties as necessary for the success of the program and department.

Promotes Wheeler’s Connecticut Center for Prevention, Wellness and Recovery and its activities throughout the state.

Assists in providing excellent customer service, responding to funders, and providing community outreach in accordance with program goals and objectives.

Adheres to prevention operating standards, guidelines, and code of ethics.

Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.