Health and Wellness Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization that helps people affected by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and rebuild their lives. Established in 1933, the IRC operates in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities, providing assistance to refugees, asylees, and other vulnerable populations. The organization is committed to ensuring that individuals and families have access to essential services, including health and wellness support, education, and economic opportunities. The IRC employs thousands of staff members worldwide, working collaboratively to address the unique needs of diverse communities and promote self-sufficiency among those they serve.

Job Overview:
The Health and Wellness Coordinator position at the IRC in Dallas is a pivotal role that focuses on overseeing a variety of administrative projects aimed at enhancing the capacity of the Health & Wellness Department. This department is dedicated to providing essential services to refugees, asylees, and other immigrants facing unique challenges. The Coordinator will work closely with the Health and Wellness Program Manager and other department staff to develop tools and resources that facilitate continuous improvement in programming. The role emphasizes collaboration, strategic relationship building, and the implementation of initiatives that enhance the overall experience for staff, clients, and community partners. The Coordinator will not only support design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design and evaluation but also play a key role in client feedback efforts and community engagement initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Health and Wellness Coordinator will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including but not limited to: proposing, designing, and implementing initiatives that enhance the experience of staff, clients, and community partners; supporting the Health & Wellness Program Manager with program design, development, and evaluation; maintaining project timelines and plans for assigned tasks; identifying and cultivating strategic community relationships to promote program visibility and access to resources; representing the department in internal and external meetings; training and managing interns and department staff as needed; participating in departmental interviews and onboarding processes; collaborating with program leadership on client satisfaction and feedback efforts; supporting the development of feedback action plans; and actively engaging with local refugee and diaspora communities to raise awareness of community issues.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Health and Wellness Coordinator position should possess an undergraduate degree or comparable work experience in fields such as health, communication, human services, non-profit administration, or project management. Experience or education in International Studies is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of relevant professional work experience, particularly in areas related to project management, program administration, and trauma-informed practice. Lived experience with displacement or the immigration system, or previous experience working with immigrants and refugees, is highly valued. Candidates should demonstrate outstanding communication skills, goal-setting abilities, and analytical problem-solving skills, along with a self-starter attitude and the capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as health, communication, human services, non-profit administration, project management, or a related area. Candidates with comparable work experience may also be considered. A strong preference is given to those with education in International Studies, reflecting the organization's commitment to understanding global issues related to displacement and immigration.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have 2-5 years of relevant professional experience in a related field. This experience should ideally include work in project management, program administration, and engagement with immigrant and refugee populations. Candidates with lived experience of displacement or familiarity with the immigration system will be particularly well-suited for this role, as they can bring valuable insights and perspectives to the position.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both spoken and written, is mandatory for this position. While fluency in additional languages spoken by client populations is not required, it is considered a plus and may enhance the candidate's ability to connect with diverse communities and provide effective support.

Additional Notes:
The Health and Wellness Coordinator position is based in Dallas, Texas, and may involve a combination of standard office work and community-based activities, with the potential for remote work not exceeding 35% of total working hours. The compensation for this role ranges from $28.72 to $30.77 per hour, depending on various factors such as labor market conditions, job type, and individual candidate experience. The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to professional standards that emphasize integrity, service, equality, and accountability. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical and dental insurance, retirement savings plans, and an Employee Assistance Program.