Thrive Initiative Coordinator

Position Overview

Sieda Community Action is seeking an engaged, collaborative leader to serve as the Thrive Initiative Coordinator for Wapello and Mahaska Counties. The Thrive Initiative helps strengthen families and build lasting partnerships throughout our communities. This position serves as the local leader for the Thrive Initiative by bringing together community organizations, businesses, schools, healthcare providers, government agencies, and residents to identify community needs, develop collaborative solutions, and improve outcomes for children and families.

Utilizing the Restore Hope model, the Thrive Initiative Coordinator coordinates the implementation of the Thrive Initiative within the service area, facilitates community partnerships, leads the local Thrive Alliance, monitors progress toward shared goals, and ensures compliance with grant and agency requirements. The role also provides leadership and support to Thrive Navigators and works closely with stakeholders to create a coordinated network of services that empowers individuals, strengthens families, and builds healthier, more resilient communities.

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, non‑exempt position with full benefits.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, or related fields from an accredited college or university (required).
• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, health, or related fields from an accredited college or university (preferred).
• Five years of relevant experience in case management or program coordination (required).
• Experience with family services that embrace family‑centered and strength‑based service provision (required).
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills (required).
• Bilingual or multilingual skills (preferred).
• Five years of experience in administration, supervision, or program management with budget development and management experience (preferred).
• Experience with reflective practice (preferred).
• Experience in providing services to culturally diverse communities/families (preferred).

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Paid holidays.
• Generous vacation and sick leave.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• IPERS retirement.
• Professional development and required training support.

• Perform complex varied duties requiring advanced skills.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Thrive Alliance Partners, nonprofit organizations, state and local government representatives, community business leaders, faith‑based organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Organize, facilitate, and coordinate monthly Thrive Alliance meetings.
• Serve as the local subject matter resource regarding the Thrive Initiative and Restore Hope model and processes.
• Support Thrive Alliance Partners in implementation of the Thrive model.
• Collect, analyze, and present community‑wide data.
• Develop trust and maintain positive relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Advocate for individuals and families by connecting them with community resources.
• Participate in required Thrive Initiative meetings, training, and professional development.
• Promote collaboration among community organizations and service providers.
• Provide direct supervision of Thrive Navigators.
• Conduct all duties in accordance with professional standards and agency expectations.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Travel throughout the assigned service area and work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Attend and participate in all supervision meetings and all required monthly meetings.
• Collect data for compiling the monthly and annual reports. Submits data when needed to HHS and/or the Economic and Family Support Services Director.
• Must be available to work varying work hours for special events and training.
• Other duties deemed necessary to support the Thrive Initiative, EFSS unit and Sieda as an organization.

• Receive minimal supervision regarding task guidelines and completion.
• Manage schedule and make decisions concerning programs, tasks and completion within specific time frames.
• Maintain a regular attendance…