Project Odyssey Coordinator - Seattle, WA
Location: Seattle Washington
Description: Wounded Warrior Project is at present looking to employ Project Odyssey Coordinator - Seattle, WA right now, this position will be placed in Washington. Further informations about this position opportunity please read the description below. Wounded Warrior Project Alumni Applicants : If you are a Wounded Warrior Project Alumnus and wish to apply, please click here . At! tach a copy of your resume along with the title of the position you are applying for. After you have submitted your resume via email to the Warriors to Work team through the above link, please continue to the bottom of the job description to formally apply online to the opportunity. If you are not an Alumnus with Wounded Warrior Project please continue to the bottom of the page to submit your resume.
The Project Odyssey Coordinator is responsible for the planning logistics, recruitment, and application process related to the Project Odyssey program. This position works closely with the Combat Stress Recovery Manager to plan quarterly Odyssey programs. He or she would directly assist with location scouting, event planning including schedule, activities, and contracts, and coordination of warriors to attend the event. He or she would also be required to travel in support of all Odyssey programs in his or her designated region.
Essential Job Functions:!
Work with Combat Stress Recovery Specialists to develop r! egional Project Odysseys
Scout potential locations and vendors that fit the goals of Project Odyssey
Outreach to warriors in region who are living with combat stress
Assist Specialists in locating mental health referral resources
Assist Specialists in providing education and support to mental health counselors working with Project Odyssey
Develop schedules and itineraries for the event
Support Specialists on developing appropriate programming and resources for the event
Help facilitate group activities and de-brief program events
Recruit warriors for Project Odyssey, including distributing and collecting applications
Distribute and collect necessary paperwork (e.g. pre-post surveys, HIPAA forms, waivers, etc.)
Build relationships with activity vendors and support resources
Help develop Odyssey toolkit for consistent programs and activities in all schedule events
Recru! it trained Peer Mentors on Project Odyssey
Provide peer support to warriors on the program
Assist Specialists and Managers with any additional follow up support, if necessary
Disclaimer:
The employee’s job functions include but are not limited to those mentioned above.
Required Skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent communication skills including above-average electronic communication skills to stay connected with the rest of the team
Must be a team player
Self-motivated, positive, outgoing, personable and able to relate well with diverse populations and age groups
Demonstrated commitment to the organization and able to timely complete required assignments
Ability to travel frequently
Excellent verbal and written skills
Ability to take initiative, multi-task and work well under pressure
Ability to generate big-picture content and progra! m structure
Military culture competency
High level of! proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office programs, especially MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
Knowledge of web-based communication tools, including social networks and online chat programs
Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and provide referrals to appropriate upper-level staff members
A commitment to the mission of the Wounded Warrior Project
Required Experience
Bachelors degree or related Military Operational Specialty (MOS) in related healthcare field (such as psychology or social work). Minimum of two (2) years of working with military and veterans population to support and development readjustment. Adventure based learning education or experience preferred. Critical to have working knowledge of military and veteran issues, particularly with Iraq and Afghanistan military and veterans. Background working in a behavioral health setting is preferred. Experience in event planning or adventure programming is recomme! nded.
Wounded Warrior Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
It is Wounded Warrior Project policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Wounded Warrior Project does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and childbirth, or related medical conditions), color, religion, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by state or federal laws.
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This position starts available on: Thu, 01 Aug 2013 07:54:07 GMT