501(c)(3) nonprofit Visión y Compromiso seeks a Project Coordinator to support the operations and staff supervision and development of its Environmental Health Project Team. This individual will be responsible for coordinating, implementing, and supervising work plans for projects related to environmental health to ensure that outreach, navigation, educational, and enrollment activities meet projected goals and reporting requirements in a timely manner.
- Location: Hybrid
- Required Travel: Up to 50% of the time to multiple locations within the assigned California region
- Status: Regular, Full Time, Exempt, Salaried
- Starting Wage Range: $68,640 - $82,368 per year (The selected applicant’s starting wage will be determined based on the applicant’s educational background, relevant experience, and tenure within the organization, in alignment with internal equity considerations.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Oversight & Implementation
- Oversee the implementation of multiple projects in each assigned region.
- Review and approve all implementation plans to ensure that activities align with grant requirements.
- Establish deliverables and timelines for direct reports and oversee the team’s day to day activities to ensure that deliverables are met; review day-to-day activities to ensure adherence to deadlines and grant expectations.
- Coordinate all outreach, presentations, workshops and training in Spanish and English in the assigned counties.
Staff Supervision & Development
- Ensure that all Project Staff deliver services in a professional manner and in accordance with all departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
- Monitor staff members’ performance on an ongoing basis sufficiently to determine whether their performance in their jobs aligns with Visión y Compromiso’s (VyC’s) professional expectations and all departmental and organizational policies and procedures. Quickly and thoroughly identify and correct all areas of concern.
- Ensure clear, measurable, and achievable goals are established for each position and staff member reporting to you. Discuss those goals and staff members’ progress toward them (or lack thereof) with each staff member individually.
- In consultation with Human Resources and the Department Director, coach and correct staff as needed. Thoroughly document all corrective actions, including verbal discussions of concerns. Assist HR and Management in preparing documentation required for further corrective action (e.g. second written discussions of concerns and terminations), with recognition that the Coordinator’s suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring or firing and as to the advancement and promotion or any other change of status of other employees will be given particular weight.
Required Qualifications:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience working with monolingual and/or bilingual Latino communities.
- A minimum of five (5) years of project management experience.
- A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience.
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) from an accredited four-year institution, preferably in Mental Health, Public Health, Sociology, Social Work, Education, or a related field or commensurate experience. (“Commensurate experience” in this case refers to a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience in fields such as Mental Health, Public Health, Sociology, Social Work, or Education. This may include roles such as case management, community outreach, mental health counseling, program coordination, or educational support, where the individual has demonstrated the ability to apply knowledge and skills equivalent to those gained through a bachelor’s degree in the aforementioned disciplines.)
- Effective and confident technology skills in Google Suite, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Google Chrome or other widely used and supported Internet browsers, and Zoom or telecommunication software, computer programs for the purpose of data entry, sending and receiving email, and creating forms to be used at educational events, reports, and calendar scheduling, and social media platforms like Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
- Valid Driver’s License or the ability to utilize a reliable alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. (Valid automobile liability insurance required if driving.)
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general reports, procedures, or regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals, groups, and the public.
- Understanding of the Promotora Model or other community leadership frameworks and its role in creating health equity, nationally and internationally.
- Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to inspire positive change in others.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to effectively work with overlapping projects and deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities, with a proven track record in prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Adaptable and reliable, with strong problem-solving skills, flexibility, and resourcefulness when navigating unexpected situations, conflict, challenges, or changing priorities.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Remote work flexibility
- Professional development opportunities
About Visión y Compromiso:
Established in 2000, Visión y Compromiso is a nationally respected organization committed to community well-being by supporting promotoras and community health workers. The organization provides comprehensive culturally- and linguistically – relevant training, workforce development, leadership opportunities, advocacy, and support to thousands of promotoras and community health workers. Highly trained community experts and trusted members of their communities, promotoras are characterized by servicio de corazón (service from the heart). Our vision: Hacia una vida digna y sana (towards a healthy and dignified life) reflects our goal of building promotoras’ capacity to educate, empower and advocate for community change to improve their communities so that all families may know a better way of life.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Visión y Compromiso is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,640.00 - $82,368.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- working with monolingual and/or bilingual Latino communities: 5 years (Preferred)
- Project management: 5 years (Preferred)
- employee supervision: 3 years (Preferred)
Language:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 9001
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