Program Coordinator
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
Location : Streeterville, Chicago, IL
Time Type : Full Time
Job Description
General Summary :
The Program Coordinator will play a pivotal role in advancing community health and engagement initiatives across Chicago. Working closely with internal and external partners, this position will support the identification of health priorities and the development of programs to address. This position will coordinate the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs and events. Responsibilities will include serving as a contact with community partners, maintaining relationships, supporting communication efforts, facilitating program logistics, assisting in grant applications and reporting, and providing administrative and other program coordination functions.
Job Functions :
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to identify health priorities and develop community health and engagement strategies.
- Coordinate the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of community health and engagement initiatives, programs, and events.
- Act as contact for Lurie Children's with community partners, residents, and marginalized populations across Chicago neighborhoods.
- Support coordination of community and city-wide convenings, trainings, and workshops.
- Coordinate program logistics, track project expenditures, facilitate meetings and events, and maintain project materials and documentation.
- Prepare regular status reports on project progress, outcomes, and impact.
- Support administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, booking conference rooms / space, making copies, preparing meeting supplies, taking notes, and compiling key takeaways, decisions, and action items.
- Assist in the development and implementation of communications, marketing, and / or social media efforts.
- Support program evaluation through data collection, gathering participant feedback, and monitoring outputs and outcomes.
- Assist in facilitating connections between Lurie Children's healthcare providers and community partners.
- Assist in grant and philanthropic applications and reporting to funders.
- Facilitate trainings, provide support, and assist with human resource processes.
- Attend and contribute to regular check-ins with leadership, managers, staff, and collaborators.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience :
Associate degree required. Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.Minimum of 2 years of experience in community health programming or engagement, education, healthcare / public health, administration, or related field required.Strong project coordination experience and organizational skills required.Flexibility to work on evenings and weekends, travel throughout Chicago likely.Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively.Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft 365 software required. Experience with database management and survey software and tools preferred.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects.Ability to collaborate with individuals from different backgrounds and disciplines and build relationships across all levels of the organization.Ability to take initiative, work independently, and be self-directed.Pay Range : $59,280.00-$96,928.00
At Lurie Children's, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise.
Benefit Statement
For full-time and part-time employees who work 20 or more hours per week, we offer a generous benefits package that includes :
Medical, dental, and vision insuranceEmployer paid group term life and disabilityEmployer contribution toward Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Paid Parental Leave403(b) with a 5% employer matchVarious voluntary benefits :Supplemental Life, AD&D, and Disability coverageCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity coverageTuition assistanceStudent loan servicing and supportAdoption benefitsBackup Childcare and EldercareEmployee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family membersDiscount on services at Lurie Children's facilitiesDiscount purchasing programThere's a Place for You with Us
At Lurie Children's, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Support email : candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org