Program Coordinator - Grief and Bereavement

About the role

The Program Coordinator oversees all operations of The Den’s evening and school-based programming, facilitates grief and bereavement-related support groups for The Den and The Center for HOPE, and participates in Trauma Response work. This position is an in-person, full time role. Supervision towards licensure hours is provided, if needed.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating Center for HOPE groups, focused on grief and bereavement, such as a General Bereavement Group, Caretakers Group, Child Loss (Adult Child) Group, Supporting the “Sandwich Generation,” etc.
• Conducting preliminary conversations with potential new Den families, explaining the program and support options available at Family Centers.
• Conducting intakes for new families joining evening support groups.
• Cooking and facilitating evening Den sessions.
• Warm point of contact for Den families seeking referrals or additional services at Family Centers.
• Providing initial screening for prospective volunteers (evening and school).
• Building on existing children’s curriculum and managing the related materials and supplies (evening and school).
• Den liaison to schools in Lower Fairfield County; working with school contacts to initiate Den groups at schools and ensuring success for the duration of the group.
• Orchestrating quarterly trainings/support meetings for School-Den volunteers.
• Task and/or Clinical supervisor for Den MSW Interns.
• Acting as a role model for volunteers, interns, colleagues, and community partners in leading/participating in groups, modeling self-awareness, and contributing to group goals.
• Identifying programmatic issues for discussion with the Sr. Director of Behavioral Health and/or the Manager, Center of HOPE.
• Attending agency in-service trainings and weekly case-conferences.
• Representing the program/agency in the community, whether at networking/community events, educational presentations on bereavement, and/or by participating in Trauma Response work.

Requirements

• Master’s level training in clinical social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or similar fields.
• Active Connecticut license or the ability to obtain CT licensure (LMSW or LCSW preferred).
• SIFI Certification (can obtain after hire).
• Ability to communicate effectively with strong verbal and written skills; basic computer skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, relate well to facilitators and colleagues, and maintain appropriate relationships with student interns.
• Ability to seek support of supervisor to process emotions and seek self-care as needed.
• Ability to show leadership capacity and work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Complete annual training on child abuse and neglect reporting protocols.
• Flexibility with scheduling, days/evenings, based on program and client need.
• Ability to travel to several sites throughout lower Fairfield County.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Experience with group facilitation and trauma response.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits and Perks

• Generous Paid Time Off – 15 vacation days annually (increases to 20 days after 5 years, and 25 days after 10 years), 11 paid holidays, up to 3 personal days, and up to 10 sick days.
• Half-Day Summer Fridays (in select programs).
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care).
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 6% employer contribution.
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support.
• Voluntary Opt-In Benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, supplemental Life Insurance, and more.
• Tuition Assistance (eligible to apply after 6 months of service).
• Loan Repayment Opportunity: Fully licensed clinicians working in our FQHC and SBHC programs may qualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Student Loan Repayment Program, which offers up to $75,000 in student loan repayment for primary medical, dental, and behavioral health clinicians.
• Spanish-language proficiency may qualify for an additional $5,000 award.

About Family Centers

Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization offering health, education and human service programs to children, adults and families in Fairfield County. Our team includes 300 professionals and over 500 trained volunteers who collaborate to provide our communities with a wide range of responsive and innovative services. Through our comprehensive network of services, more than 26,000 children, adults, families and communities receive the care, encouragement and resources needed to realize their potential. For more information, please visit www.familycenters.org.