Building Jewish Families Program Coordinator

United States·Cherry Hillmid

Project & Program ManagementProgram Coordinator

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Key Responsibilities

Build relationships with local and national community partners, including, but not limited to: medical practices, fertility clinics, pharmacies,

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Project & Program ManagementProgram Coordinator

The Building Jewish Families Program Coordinator will be responsible for developing relationships, establishing program structure, and meeting with clients to ensure financial, social, emotional, and educational support for individuals and couples experiencing infertility. The Program Coordinator will take the lead in building this new program under the auspices of JFCS, establishing partnerships with other departments and local community organizations.

Responsibilities

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→Build relationships with local and national community partners, including, but not limited to: medical practices, fertility clinics, pharmacies, organizations about infertility/adoption/women’s health, and synagogues
→Design grant application process for fertility/adoption grant allocations
→Build a grants review committee including medical professionals, legal, and other stakeholders
→Support individuals and couples seeking grants through the application process, maintain accurate records of grant applicants and recipients
→Communicate with prospective and current grant applicants, addressing questions, and keeping applicants informed of application status and outcomes
→Manage emotional support offerings (counseling and support groups) in partnership with the Counseling department
→Provide individual counseling sessions and manage client records, according to licensure and agency standards
→Work with the Marketing team to create and share invitations to support groups, provide social media content, and more
→Facilitate community-based support groups, local meet-ups, and the Fertility Buddies program (a peer-to-peer mentorship program)
→Maintain accurate records of attendees at support groups and events
→Plan and execute educational programs for stakeholders, including, but not limited to: clinicians, fertility clinics, Jewish communal professionals, and clergy
→Research educational materials and adapt for the South Jersey Jewish community

Work in partnership with the Development team to identify and cultivate sponsors and donors through new relationships

Requirements

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Nice to Have

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Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, sociology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills: able to clearly and appropriately communicate in a variety of settings and styles
Experience with grant management preferred
Strong relationship-building skills
Ability to handle highly stressful and sensitive situations in a professional, kind, and confidential manner
Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
Ability to exercise tact and discretion in all interaction

Proven ability to effectively collaborate with internal team and external stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team player
Able to manage competing priorities and follow through with multiple deliverables
Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail
Able to present in front of large groups of participants

Knowledge of the Jewish community and its values preferred

Benefits include: Generous PTO; Medical, dental, and vision care included; 403b plan eligible; Group term life insurance; Voluntary disability insurance plan; FSA & HSA options available; Gym membership included and other employee discounts are available.

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and our family of agencies, is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon a person’s actual or perceived gender, race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital/civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, veteran or military status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or other legally protected characteristics.

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The Federation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us via the link on this posting. EOE