EPPC Project Coordinator - PT

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Part Time East Providence, RI, US

3 days ago Requisition

The East Providence Prevention Coalition (EPPC) is seeking a motivated and community-focused Project Coordinator to support the implementation of the Coalition's substance use prevention initiatives, including activities funded through the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program and other prevention funding sources.

The Project Coordinator will play an active role in program implementation, school-based prevention programming, youth engagement, community outreach, Coalition meetings, events, data collection, and other activities supporting EPPC's mission.

The schedule will include a combination of regular office/program hours and flexibility based on needs. Some evening and occasional weekend hours will be required.

The Project Coordinator performs the following, but is not limited to:

• Working closely with the Executive Director/DFC Program Director, Coalition members, school administrators, youth, community partners, teachers, counselors and other key sectors to coordinate and implement evidence-based prevention strategies and programming throughout the city of East Providence.
• Assist with the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of EPPC prevention programs and strategies involving alcohol, cannabis, vaping/nicotine, other substance use, mental health, heathy decision-making and other protective factors within East Providence schools and other community settings.
• Assist and participate with preparation of program materials, participant recruitment, scheduling, logistics, outreach activities and follow-up for EPPC Coalition meetings, work groups, community meetings/events, trainings and partner meetings as needed.
• Maintain communication and build positive working relationships with Coalition members, schools, law enforcement, healthcare providers, businesses, community partners, etc.
• Assist with recruitment and engagement of representatives from key community sectors.
• Encourage and incorporate youth in the planning and implementation of prevention campaigns, educational activities, community events, trainings, and other youth-focused events.
• Represent EPPC at community events, resource fairs, school activities, and other outreach opportunities. As well as assisting with event logistics such as registration, materials, volunteers, vendors, and set-up.
• Assist with social media, community messaging, promotional materials, and other outreach activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of programs, activities, community outreach, youth engagement, and other Coalition participation.
• Assist with documentation required for grant reporting, progress reports, work plans, and program evaluation.
• Support administration by tracking surveys, program activities and assist in ensuring grant-funded activities are implemented according to approved work plans and timelines.
• Participate in required DFC, prevention, and professional development trainings.
• Maintain knowledge of current substance use prevention strategies, evidence-based practices, youth prevention trends, and community needs.
• Assist with facilitation of prevention programs and presentations as trained and appropriate.
• Obtain and maintain applicable prevention program facilitator certifications as needed.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills…