Community and Special Event Coordinator, Family Support Services, Wolfson Children's Hospital

About the role

Wolfson Children’s Hospital, the only children’s hospital in the region and ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report, is seeking a Community and Special Event Coordinator to join our team. This full-time, day-shift position supports patients, families, and the hospital’s mission by planning, coordinating, and executing special events and community engagement activities.

The coordinator works independently under the direction of the Family Support Services Manager, collaborating with hospital departments, community partners, donors, and volunteers to develop and manage engaging events. This role requires exceptional organizational, communication, and project management skills to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate special events, entertainment, and community engagement activities.
• Collaborate with hospital departments and community partners to ensure successful event execution.
• Coordinate event logistics, scheduling, vendors, volunteers, and on-site operations.
• Promote events and implement strategies to maximize attendance and participation.
• Manage community donations and assist with donor stewardship related to events.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders and external community partners.
• Monitor event outcomes and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and budget guidelines.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in event planning and/or coordination.
• 1–2 years of experience in community relations.
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS).

About the organization

Wolfson Children’s Hospital, part of Baptist Health, is a nationally ranked, Magnet-designated pediatric hospital and one of the leading children’s hospitals in Florida. We deliver advanced, specialized care in pediatric oncology, cardiology, neurology, neonatology, and child psychology. Our team is dedicated to providing a supportive, healing environment where children and families feel empowered, safe, and heard.

Positions requiring a Level II background screening (a detailed fingerprint-based check of state and national criminal history) will undergo this screening as a condition of employment and continued employment.

Primary location: Downtown - Main Building.