Rural Health Programs Coordinator—Social Work Grants

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

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.