Project Coordinator, Rural Health Transformation Social Work Programs

Saginaw Valley State University; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Saginaw Valley State University in Michigan is seeking a Project Coordinator to administer two MDHHS Rural Health Transformation Program awards within the Department of Social Work & Youth Services. The role supports student stipends, workforce development, and rural service commitments.

This is a full-time, grant-funded term position through September 30, 2027, requiring strong organizational, data management, and coordination skills to work across two programs and with community partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, public health, or related field.
• Experience in program coordination, student services, or grant administration.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and survey tools.
• Ability to manage concurrent deadlines, maintain accurate records, and protect confidential student information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, application review, selection, and onboarding of program participants in accordance with eligibility requirements and selection criteria.
• Administer program awards and stipends in coordination with Financial Aid, including recipient agreements, required attestations, and rural practicum placement tracking.
• Serve as the primary operational contact for participants and liaison with rural healthcare and behavioral health employer partners.
• Monitor participant progress, licensure, employment outcomes, and required service commitments; maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of student information.
• Collect and organize program evaluation data, administer surveys, and assist with required MDHHS progress, performance, and financial reporting.
• Assist the Project Director with budget monitoring, grant compliance, and the transition of participant tracking responsibilities to MDHHS at contract close.
• Hire, schedule, supervise, and review the work of undergraduate and graduate student employees supporting program activities.
• Travel within Michigan to rural practicum sites, partner agencies, and recruitment events; participate in occasional evening and weekend activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Spreadsheets

Databases

Survey tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Time management

Record keeping

Confidential data handling

Program coordination

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, public health, or related field

Master of Social Work from CSWE-accredited program or master's in public health or related field

Licensure as a social worker in the State of Michigan

Job description

Job Title: Project Coordinator, Rural Health Transformation Social Work Programs

Full or Part Time: Full time

Hours: 40

Exempt: Yes

Supervisory Org: Healthcare Project Management (PM2)

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Project Coordinator will coordinate and administer two Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Rural Health Transformation Program awards within SVSU's Department of Social Work & Youth Services: Rural Practice Scholars (ULMSW-2027) and the BSW to Clinical MSW Stipend Program (BSWMS-2027). Both programs support the development of social work professionals pursuing behavioral health careers in rural Michigan, with recipients completing a five-year rural service commitment after graduation.

This full-time position allocates 70% of effort (28 hours per week) to Rural Practice Scholars and 30% (12 hours per week) to the BSW to Clinical MSW Stipend Program. The position is grant-funded through September 30, 2027, with continuation contingent on grant funding. Success in this role requires strong organizational, data management, communication, and coordination skills.

JOB SUMMARY:

Coordinate the administration and implementation of two Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Rural Health Transformation Program awards within the Department of Social Work & Youth Services. These programs support the development of behavioral health professionals serving rural Michigan communities through student stipends, workforce development, and five-year rural service commitments. This is a full-time, grant-funded term position through September 30, 2027, with continuation contingent on grant funding.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate recruitment, application review, selection, and onboarding of program participants in accordance with established eligibility requirements and selection criteria.
• Administer program awards and stipends in coordination with Financial Aid, including recipient agreements, required attestations, and rural practicum placement tracking.
• Serve as the primary operational contact for participants and liaison with rural healthcare and behavioral health employer partners.
• Monitor participant progress, licensure, employment outcomes, and required service commitments; maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of student information.
• Collect and organize program evaluation data, administer surveys, and assist with required MDHHS progress, performance, and financial reporting.
• Assist the Project Director with budget monitoring, grant compliance, and the transition of participant tracking responsibilities to MDHHS at contract close.
• Hire, schedule, supervise, and review the work of undergraduate and graduate student employees supporting program activities.
• Travel within Michigan to rural practicum sites, partner agencies, and recruitment events; participate in occasional evening and weekend activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

General supervision is received from the Assistant Dean of Human and Health Services.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Functional supervision is exercised over undergraduate and graduate student employees supporting the Rural Health Transformation Social Work Programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, public health, or a related field.
• Experience in program coordination, student services, or grant administration.
• Demonstrated proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and survey tools.
• Ability to manage concurrent deadlines, maintain accurate records, and protect confidential student information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, or a master's degree in public health or a related field.
• Licensure as a social worker in the State of Michigan.
• Experience coordinating state- or federally funded workforce development or training programs.
• Familiarity with rural Michigan communities and behavioral health providers.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

Duties are generally performed on campus, generally inside, and not exposed to adverse conditions.

All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan, except for university-related travel, which may include domestic and international travel.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. The university does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future for this job classification. Since SVSU does not participate in E-Verify, candidates for employment are not eligible for STEM OPT extensions.

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