Family Center Coordinator

Position Summary

The Family Center Coordinator reports to the Director of Community Programs and manages day-to-day family support activities for families with children from birth through school age in collaboration with the Parent Child+ Coordinator. Typical responsibilities include planning play groups and activities centered around STEAM, crafts, stories, music, and books, as well as surveying parents, creating marketing materials for programs, and managing the Parent Powered app. Knowledge of local resources, parenting supports, and child development will be essential in this role. 

Our Culture: Why work with us? 

Our most valuable resource is our people. Our culture is filled with people who are mission driven, passionate, and want to be of service to others. There is a dedication to one another that is palpable. We believe in rewarding our employees with an excellent benefit package including sign-bonuses, career pathways for advancement, paid vacation and sick days and the chance to help the people of Western Massachusetts thrive! 

Our Mission: 

Our mission is to create access to high quality integrated health care and promote well-being for individuals, families, and our communities. As a Federally Qualified Health Center with a focus on integrated, primary care, we believe that every human has the right to access whole health. We have locations in Amherst, Huntington, and Worthington, as well as a school-based health center at Gateway Regional Middle/High School and a Community Center in Huntington. 

What's in it for you: 

Teamwork: Your commendable, independent work ethic will earn you recognition and appreciation, and you will also be celebrated as a cooperative and respectful team player. 

Growth: You will be encouraged and supported to increase your skillset, knowledge and understanding of how providing access assists in providing high quality, integrated health to all our patients. 

Impact: In this position you can directly impact the whole health of your friends, neighbors, and community members. 

Benefits:  

Enjoy comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental and vision coverage
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick time
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Career development opportunities
• Loan repayment programs

What we need from you: 

• Reliable transportation 
• Knowledge of local resources and parenting supports 
• Knowledge of Child Development and Community Engagement preferred 

Competencies and Attributes: 

• You are trustworthy, responsible, independent, take ownership and deliver results. 
• You have unquestionable integrity, credibility, and character. You have demonstrated high moral and ethical behavior. 
• You are willing to embrace challenges, and you are comfortable with uncertainty. 
• Commitment to working with diverse populations as well as a commitment to the health of our communities. 
• Human-centered, strength-based approach to working with colleagues and clients. 

Locations: Huntington, MA; Worthington, MA; travel throughout the hilltowns as needed

Hours: Part Time: 25 hours/ week; flexible schedule:  Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings are mandatory