Flourish Project Coordinator
Coordinates United Way of Southwest Virginia's grant-funded Flourish maternal and infant health project in Wise, Dickenson, and Norton, VA — leading community partnerships, outreach, service navigation, data tracking, and grant reporting. Core tools are Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); hybrid in Abingdon, VA.
- Compensation
- $46K–$48K / yr
- Location
- St. Paul, Virginia, United States
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Nursing, Community Health, Human Services, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in program coordination, community health, maternal and child health, or related social service roles
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Experience developing and implementing new programs
- Experience tracking and managing all metrics of a grant-funded program
- Experience in finance management and budget tracking
- Ability to prepare reports, packets, and supporting documentation
- Strong commitment to maintaining integrity and confidentiality of donor and client information
- Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, prioritizing, and relationship-building skills
- Understanding of maternal and infant health issues, particularly in rural and underserved communities
- Familiarity with public health principles, social determinants of health, and community health models
- Knowledge of local and regional healthcare systems, social services, and support networks
- Experience in program coordination, including planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to interact and work in partnership with diverse groups of staff, volunteers, donors and other stakeholders
- Self-motivated and independent, with strong focus, follow-through, and organization
- Valid driver's license and automobile insurance
- Access to reliable, high-speed internet at home
Nice to have
- Demonstrated experience working with rural populations or underserved communities
- Experience developing partnerships with healthcare providers, nonprofits, or public health agencies
- Background in case management, client support, or health navigation
- Experience with grant-funded programs and compliance/reporting requirements
- Living in the UWSWVA service area
Full description
Position Title: Flourish Project Coordinator
Location: Wise County- Oxbow Center
Type: Full-time, exempt, grant-funded
Salary: $46,000 - $48,000
Reports to: Executive Director
United Way of Southwest Virginia is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for vacancies without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age, or status as a veteran or other category protected under applicable state or municipal law. United Way of Southwest Virginia will reasonably accommodate the disabilities of qualified applicants to permit them to perform the essential functions of the subject position.
Purpose of the Position:
The Flourish Project Coordinator is responsible for the development and execution of the Flourish Maternal and Infant Health and Well-Being Project within the Counties of Wise and Dickenson, and the City of Norton, Virginia. This position is a grant-funded, position who reports directly to the Executive Director of United Way of Southwest Virginia. The Flourish Project Coordinator will play a pivotal role in addressing disparities in prenatal and postnatal care by managing community partnerships, overseeing outreach strategies, coordinating support services, and ensuring the program’s effectiveness in meeting its goals. This position will work closely with healthcare providers, local organizations, and families to build a collaborative, community-driven model of care that empowers mothers and infants to move from surviving to thriving.
Areas of Responsibility:
Project Implementation & Coordination
- Design and implement a new project in the counties of Wise and Dickenson, and City of Norton, Virginia.
- Lead day-to-day operations of the Flourish project.
- Ensure project activities align with goals to improve maternal and infant health outcomes.
- Monitor project milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
Community Outreach & Engagement
- Build and maintain partnerships with healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations.
- Coordinate outreach efforts to engage expectant and new mothers, especially in underserved rural areas.
- Represent the program at community events, coalitions, and public forums.
Service Navigation & Support
- Facilitate connections between clients and available healthcare, transportation, financial, and emotional support services.