Project Coordinator, Rural Health Transformation Social Work Programs

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Full or Part Time:

Hours:

Exempt:

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Job Description:

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Project Coordinator will coordinate and administer two Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Rural Health Transformation Program awards within SVSU’s Department of Social Work & Youth Services: Rural Practice Scholars (ULMSW-2027) and the BSW to Clinical MSW Stipend Program (BSWMS-2027). Both programs support the development of social work professionals pursuing behavioral health careers in rural Michigan, with recipients completing a five-year rural service commitment after graduation.

This full-time position allocates 70% of effort (28 hours per week) to Rural Practice Scholars and 30% (12 hours per week) to the BSW to Clinical MSW Stipend Program. The position is grant-funded through September 30, 2027, with continuation contingent on grant funding. Success in this role requires strong organizational, data management, communication, and coordination skills.

JOB SUMMARY: 

Coordinate the administration and implementation of two Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Rural Health Transformation Program awards within the Department of Social Work & Youth Services. These programs support the development of behavioral health professionals serving rural Michigan communities through student stipends, workforce development, and five-year rural service commitments. This is a full-time, grant-funded term position through September 30, 2027, with continuation contingent on grant funding.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate recruitment, application review, selection, and onboarding of program participants in accordance with established eligibility requirements and selection criteria.
• Administer program awards and stipends in coordination with Financial Aid, including recipient agreements, required attestations, and rural practicum placement tracking.
• Serve as the primary operational contact for participants and liaison with rural healthcare and behavioral health employer partners.
• Monitor participant progress, licensure, employment outcomes, and required service commitments; maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of student information.
• Collect and organize program evaluation data, administer surveys, and assist with required MDHHS progress, performance, and financial reporting.
• Assist the Project Director with budget monitoring, grant compliance, and the transition of participant tracking responsibilities to MDHHS at contract close.
• Hire, schedule, supervise, and review the work of undergraduate and graduate student employees supporting program activities.
• Travel within Michigan to rural practicum sites, partner agencies, and recruitment events; participate in occasional evening and weekend activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

General supervision is received from the Assistant Dean of Human and Health Services.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Functional supervision is exercised over undergraduate and graduate student employees supporting the Rural Health Transformation Social Work Programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, public health, or a related field.
• Experience in program coordination, student services, or grant administration.
• Demonstrated proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and survey tools.
• Ability to manage concurrent deadlines, maintain accurate records, and protect confidential student information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, or a master’s degree in public health or a related field.
• Licensure as a social worker in the State of Michigan.
• Experience coordinating state- or federally funded workforce development or training programs.
• Familiarity with rural Michigan communities and behavioral health providers.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Duties are generally performed on campus, generally inside, and not exposed to adverse conditions.
• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan, except for university-related travel, which may include domestic and international travel.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. The university does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future for this job classification.  Since SVSU does not participate in E-Verify, candidates for employment are not eligible for STEM OPT extensions.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job.  It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.  The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. SVSU has been named a “Great College to Work For” on nine separate occasions.

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU has twice earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels.  SVSU is constructing the first university research facility on Lake Huron to improve public health and the economy in the Saginaw Bay watershed.
 
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that is rated No. 2 among all public universities in the U.S. SVSU fields 21 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.