Program Coordinator

Lutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope
WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU:
As an employer of choice, we're deeply committed to supporting our employees-because when you're empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind

A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
12 paid agency recognized holidays
2 floating holidays to use your way
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
This position supports LCSNW's mission of partnering with individuals, families, and communities for health, justice, and hope by providing culturally and linguistically appropriate case management to asylum seekers, asylees, and humanitarian parolees across the Greater Puget Sound area. The Program Coordinator helps clients build stability through housing, healthcare access, and community integration.

Coordinates with sponsors, shelters, and the funder to schedule fingerprint appointments for clients.

Reviews the required forms face to face with client(s) and provides resources and referrals to supportive services in the area as needed.

Completes paperwork and biometrics, including conducting digital fingerprints and managing the fingerprint database accurately and in compliance with program standards.

Provides clients with information and resources to make informed decisions about becoming sponsors.

Complies with the "Rules of Behavior for the HHS Digital Fingerprinting System" and the "Safe Release Support Program Manual."

Maintains equipment, including reporting technical issues related to the Digital Fingerprint Machine.

Provides Program Supervisor with accurate data to ensure timely completion of reports and informs them about any issues related to the sponsors or equipment.

Performs other duties as assigned to support the Safe Release Program.

Uphold confidentiality, HIPAA standards, and agency policies in all aspects of service delivery

HOW YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT:

2 years of related experience.

Lived experience that enhances relatability to clients being served

Bachelor's in or related field; substantial relevant experience will be considered in place of degree

Credentials may be required depending on individual program or location requirements.

Fluency in English, both spoken and written

Intermediate mastery of business applications and productivity suites

Demonstrates resilience, awareness and self-regulation in navigating challenges, conflict and obstacles/barriers.

Thrives in a diverse and multicultural environment; works with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to enhance end-user experiences throughout the service lifecycle

Demonstrates exceptional commitment to serving and advocating for diverse and marginalized populations

Successfully completes tasks in a low noise / moderately noisy / noisy environment

Interacts with others and performs tasks in-person and by technology, with moderate / long periods of stationary activity and minimal / moderate / long periods of increased physical activity including and not limited to (most common physical activities for the job)

Moves equipment/materials weighing up to 25 pounds; may be responsible for moving/carrying children weighing up to 25 pounds in emergency situations

Travels between worksites occasionally.

Works in a variety of settings, including and not limited to LCSNW office locations, partner agency and community-based settings, client home/community settings, outdoor settings in varying weather conditions, and faith-based settings such as churches
Meets LCSNW criminal background clearance requirements and other job-relevant clearances as required by the State or program

Thank you! We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services NW team and thank all applicants for taking the time to apply. While we're unable to respond to every candidate individually, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Lutheran Community Services NW is deeply committed to our mission…