Cooperative Program Coordinator coordinates cooperative education programs for the university/college. Represents the university/college for off-campus visits to various organizations to solicit cooperative jobs and/or scholarships. Being a Cooperative Program Coordinator typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Cooperative Program Coordinator gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Cooperative Program Coordinator typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recovery Programs Solutions of Virginia (RPSV)
Program Coordinator
Reston Wellness Center, Open Monday to Friday
Hours 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Hourly 26 to 30 hours a week/$20 an hour
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
Employs 30 Certified/Peer Recovery Specialists
Who We Are:
Recovery Program Solutions of Virginia (RPSV) was founded in 2011. The organization was created to meet the unmet needs of adults and seniors with mental health and substance abuse issues in Northern Virginia. RPSV currently serves residents in the Alexandria, Arlington, and Fairfax/Falls Church communities. RPSV’s programs maximize participant self-determination; promote access to treatment; and focus on decreasing dependence on psychiatric hospitalizations. We run 5 peer staffed centers in Annandale, Arlington, Reston, Merrifield and South County Alexandria that provide practical and skill building virtual and in person groups, 1:1 Peer to Peer listening sessions that are virtual and in person, computer labs, snacks, meals, employment assistance and referrals, resource connections. One of our centers has shower and laundry facilities.
Since its inception, RPSV has helped thousands of adults and seniors receive transformative support to help them reach their full potential. The demographics of those RPSV serves includes adults, ages 18-59, and seniors, ages 60 .
RPSV meets those it serves “where they are” and provides them with a safe place to address the issues they are facing. It provides peer support and other key services to help individuals live independently.
At RPSV, we are who we serve. This is because Individuals who are in recovery from their mental illnesses and substance abuse issues staff RPSV. We are peers from upper management to our valued volunteers. This unique aspect is what opens the door to growth and healing by those served by the organization. When individuals learn that those staffing the centers understand first-hand the challenges they are facing, they thrive in the inclusive, empathetic, nonjudgmental atmosphere.
Who You Are:
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Experience of at least 2 or more years of management experience;
· The successful candidate will have a strong ability to communicate the values and ethics of the Center to other programs.
· Must have excellent time management skills in order to oversee multiple ongoing projects;
· Work experience with individuals experiencing mental health or substance abuse issues;
· Identify mental health, substance use and physical health emergencies and respond with appropriate actions, requesting support from other staff and connect participants with appropriate emergency services when needed;
· Excellent technology skills (i.e., MS Office, etc.);
· Lived experience with psychiatric and/or substance use disorder challenges, homelessness, and/or strong emotional distress and/or trauma;
· Ability to access transportation on a regular basis.
Responsibilities of Position Include, But Are Not Limited To:
· Communicate with the Director of Operations daily, including via phone, to provide an update on center status and activities;
· Ensure documentation for monthly reports is collected and entered correctly into RPSV Database
· Report any incidents or issues to the Executive Director as soon as possible; document all incidents using the incident report form;
· Work as an integral team member with the Senior Management Team, staff members, volunteers, and participants to promote uplifting and positive workplace culture;
· Provide team leadership and support to staff;
· Supervise staff in order to maintain the functionality of the program;
· Ensure groups and all program activities and services are being conducted as scheduled; the desk is covered; and all staff are educating and engaging participants about program services;
· Promote RPSV Cares, where Center participants can receive after hours support;
· Enforce Center rules and policies consistently;
· Drive for and go on field trips;
· Maintain confidentiality of individuals according to agency policies;
· Support and help guide access to services at the Center;
· Ensure the general upkeep of the space;
· Support the Senior Management Team with soliciting in-kind donations;
· Receive in-kind donations and record, so Thank You Notes/ Tax Receipts can be sent by RPSV assistant to donors;
· Conduct monthly outreach to the neighboring businesses and general geographic area;
· Ensure coverage for the opening/closing of the center;
· Attend monthly meetings, Program Coordinator Meetings and conduct promotion and presentations off-site as requested;
· Ensure kitchen is well stocked with food and that office supplies are well stocked;
· Ensure food handlers have current Kitchen Manager Certificate;
· Carefully review and approve timesheets;
· Solicit feedback from guests to enhance programs and report recommendations and suggestions in writing to the Senior Management Team;
· Supply Center information to the Director of Marketing and Communications for the newsletter, website, and social media accounts;
· Post and distribute center activities calendar;
· Register with Skill Source, manage volunteers, and process Skills Source timesheets;
· Manage and complete paperwork for college interns;
· Work with the Senior Management Team to identify short and long-term organizational goals;
· Other duties as assigned.
Certificates and Licenses Required:
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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