CNC Suicide Prevention Project Coordinator

CNC Suicide Prevention Project Coordinator

Position Title: CNC Suicide Prevention Project Coordinator

Department: Public Health

Location: Montezuma County Health Department

Employment Type: Full-Time (Flexible schedule; some evenings and weekends required)

Reports To: Public Health Director

About the Role

The CNC Suicide Prevention Project Coordinator is a grant funded position and will guide the CNC project by developing and implementing a comprehensive set of strategies rooted in a public health approach to suicide prevention. This role focuses on strengthening community capacity, building collaborative relationships, and supporting consistent, data-informed prevention efforts throughout Montezuma County.

Key Responsibilities

Implement CNC capacity-building and infrastructure development initiatives within Montezuma County.

Develop and maintain relationships with community partners through coalition meetings, committee participation, and conferences.

Assist with creating and distributing educational and informational materials such as presentations, fact sheets, newsletters, and online content.

Attend trainings, seminars, and conferences related to suicide prevention.

Complete grant reporting requirements as outlined in the Statement of Work.

Provide outreach, training, and support to community partners regarding CNC.

Prepare documentation and reports; assist in budget management using Word, Excel, and similar software.

Write grant proposals, reports, concept papers, and other materials necessary for funding efforts.

Utilize technology required for program documentation.

Facilitate group meetings; demonstrate strong organizational and multitasking abilities; work both independently and collaboratively.

Maintain regular and dependable attendance; willingness to travel locally and occasionally out-of-state.

Work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Required Competencies

Design: Demonstrates attention to detail.

Problem Solving: Skillfully gathers and analyzes information; develops alternative solutions; remains effective when handling emotional topics.

Interpersonal Skills: Builds and maintains relationships with strategic partners such as agencies, schools, and community organizations.

Oral Communication: Speaks effectively and professionally to diverse audiences.

Teamwork: Welcomes feedback and contributes positively to team dynamics.

Written Communication: Writes clear, concise, and grammatically correct material.

Adaptability: Adjusts well to changes in the work environment.

Attendance/Punctuality: Consistently reliable and punctual.

Professionalism: Acts tactfully and responds well under pressure.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and responsiveness to feedback.

Safety & Security: Follows all relevant procedures.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with at least one year of related experience, or equivalent education and/or lived experience.

Strong presentation and communication skills; bilingual ability is a plus.

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

Demonstrated ability to solve practical problems and work with varying concrete variables.

Proficiency in word processing software, internet tools, and the ability to learn program systems.

Valid Colorado driver's license.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in both office settings and outdoor environments, occasionally involving exposure to weather conditions.

Physical Demands

Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds.

Visual requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, along with the ability to adjust focus.

Regularly required to sit and perform computer-based tasks; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and smell.