Program Coordinator

Overview

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Lutheran Community Services NW is a non‑profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. All team members partner with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your well‑being, growth and peace of mind:

• 37.5 hours per week
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits
• Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Life insurance at no cost to you
• Up to 2 weeks vacation and sick leave in your first year (based on hours worked)
• 12 paid agency‑recognized holidays and 2 floating holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our nonprofit status

The Safe Families for Children Program Coordinator supports the coordination and administration of the Safe Families for Children program in the Treasure Valley, Idaho. Key duties include:

• Coordinate and implement Safe Families for Children programming with local churches
• Train Ministry Leads and Family Coaches on resource networks for families served
• Manage volunteer onboarding: fingerprinting, background checks, reference checks and other administrative steps
• Assist Program Manager with home studies, volunteer training, and monthly Parent Café peer support meetings
• Match families in need with Host Families, Family Coaches and other volunteers
• Maintain and improve data tracking and reporting; manage volunteer onboarding information
• Identify and engage local churches to expand program reach and recruit, train, coach ministry leads and volunteers

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 2–4 years of related human services experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable answering public inquiries by phone, email or in person
• Experience recruiting, organizing and mobilizing volunteer groups
• Proficient with Excel, Google Forms and other platforms
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle to travel throughout the Treasure Valley
• Experience with faith‑based communities is a plus
• Ability to speak and work in front of small groups
• Knowledge of dynamics of vulnerable families in crisis situations (e.g., homelessness, domestic violence, substance use) is helpful

We appreciate your interest in joining our team. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Lutheran Community Services NW is committed to Health, Justice and Hope in all our work and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.