Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Program Coordinator in NEWARK, New Jersey
Program CoordinatorReq #:0000154167
Category:No Category Assigned
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department:Our Healthy Newark
Location:
Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027
Job Title:Program Coordinator
Location:Food Access Coordinator, Wellness Services
Food Access Programming at St, James Health
Req#:0000154167
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Department name:Our Healthy Newark
Job Overview:
Employee will enroll participants, manage food pantry distributions and help to meet grant deliverable requirements for the program. The employee will work with our partners at the Community Food Bank of NJ to receive and maintain food pantry inventory. We are looking for an enthusiastic team member who is passionate about making healthy food available for our community.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor s degree or 4 years of experience
Preferred:
Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):
Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):
8:00 5:00
Days
Per Diem
Essential Functions:
The Food Access Coordinator will report to the Manager for Wellness Services at NBIMC,
This employee is responsible for:
Registering St, James Health food pantry clients who are referred to by the clinic and completing all necessary enrollment paperwork,
Managing food pantry distribution hours: packing client bags and documenting visits.
Conducting in-person or phone pre- and post-program intervention surveys with clients.
Receiving and stocking food pantry inventory from the Community Food Bank of NJ and other community partners.
Collect enrollment and attendance data for monthly departmental and annual community benefit reporting.
This position requires excellent organizational, interpersonal, and empathetic skills.
Comprehension of food security/food access issues.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.
Individuals with a bachelor s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Public Health are best suited for this job.
Entry-level applicants are welcome to apply.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer