Community Well-Being Specialist

Program Operations/Community Engagement

• Program Development and Implementation:
  • Design and develop innovative community engagement programs that target isolation, loneliness, and lack of connection.
  • Create a diverse range of activities, workshops, events, and support groups that cater to the needs and preferences of various demographic groups

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Collaborate with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and local businesses to establish partnerships that enhance program effectiveness and reach.
• Collaborate with volunteers and mentors to ensure smooth program implementation and participant engagement.

Strategic Planning:

• Develop long-term strategies for addressing social isolation and loneliness, aligning programs with the organization's vision and community needs.
• Regularly evaluate program impact and adapt strategies based on feedback and evolving trends.

Resource Management:

• Manage program budgets, including allocation of resources for materials, venue rentals, and guest speakers.
• Identify potential sources of funding or grants to support program expansion and sustainability.

Team Leadership:

• Lead a team of program coordinators, facilitators, and volunteers, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure program success.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment that encourages creativity and innovation.

Participant Engagement:

• Ensure programs are well-promoted and reach their target audiences through effective marketing and outreach strategies.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere that encourages participants to actively engage and form connections.

Data Collection and Reporting:

• Collect and analyze data to track program outcomes and measure the impact of initiatives on participants' well-being and connectivity.
• Prepare regular reports for organizational leadership and stakeholders.

Community Building and Networking:

• Act as a spokesperson for the organization's community engagement efforts, building relationships with community leaders, influencers, and partners.
• Attend relevant community events and meetings to represent the organization and stay informed about local needs and trends.

Staff Engagement & Development:

• Recruit and hire program staff using screening tools and panel interviews to gain the best possible fit with each opening.
• Provide direct supervision to department staff, assuring that all staff are qualified, certified, and are meeting minimum performance standards for their position.
• Support professional development through trainings, technical support and providing resources. This can look like attending professional development and trainings or hosting professional development and trainings.
• Provide direct supervision of program staff, including recruitment, onboarding and training, performance management and development.
• Provide extensive training to program staff and interns to more effectively engage, inform, and involve community members.

Additional:

• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required. Travel, as required, for off-site meetings, trainings and events.
• Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
• Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
• Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause-Driven Leadership areas of Mission Advancement, Collaboration, Operational Effectiveness and Personal Growth.
• Participate as a member of the overall YMCA Early Learning Readiness department.
• Support and Attend Association special events. Support branch special events, as appropriate.
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor