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School Program Coordinator
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A Program Coordinator coordinates ongoing program activity, or a group of related projects, for a company or organization, usually performing administrative or human resources tasks.
$90,410 / year median in Michigan
+13% projected growth
Job Description
School Program Coordinator Are you searching for a meaningful career with competitive pay and exceptional benefits? If so, Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc. (NMHSI) is the place for you! For more than 50 years, NMHSI—a nonprofit community health center—has proudly served communities across Northwest Michigan. We are seeking an experienced and collaborative School Program Coordinator to lead operations across our school-based health clinics. About the Role The School Program Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for NMHSI's school-based health clinic program, ensuring high-quality patient care, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and strong partnerships with local schools and community organizations. This position supervises school-based clinic staff, coordinates day-to-day operations across multiple clinic locations, oversees grant deliverables and program performance, and works collaboratively with schools, community partners, and NMHSI leadership to expand access to healthcare services for children and adolescents. View full job description for more details. Key Responsibilities Supervise, coach, and support staff across all NMHSI school-based clinic locations Coordinate staffing, scheduling, workflows, and daily operations to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care Build and maintain strong relationships with school districts, families, community organizations, and healthcare partners Ensure compliance with NMHSI policies, grant requirements, MDHHS standards, HIPAA, FERPA, and other applicable regulations Monitor program budgets, work plans, grant deliverables, and required reporting in collaboration with the Finance Department Analyze clinic performance data and patient feedback to support quality improvement initiatives and program growth Coordinate advisory council meetings, MDHHS site visits, and follow-up activities Plan, coordinate, and document health education, prevention, wellness, and community outreach activities Foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and exceptional patient care Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Education, Nursing, Social Work, Business Administration, or a related field preferred An Associate's degree combined with relevant supervisory and program management experience may be considered Minimum of two (2) years of experience in healthcare, school-based services, youth programming, or a related field Supervisory or team leadership experience strongly preferred Experience with budgeting, grants, health services, youth programs, and health education preferred Skills & Abilities Strong leadership, organizational, and relationship-building skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to coordinate operations across multiple clinic locations Experience supervising staff, managing competing priorities, and resolving operational challenges Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities Ability to analyze program performance and support continuous quality improvement Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred Why Join NMHSI? As a team member with NMHSI, you become eligible for an outstanding benefits package 30 days after employment, including: Health & Insurance Benefits Medical benefits through BCBS of Michigan or BCN Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution Employer-sponsored group term life insurance Employer-sponsored short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (available immediately) Voluntary life insurance options Paid Time & Work-Life Balance 11 paid holidays Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Retirement Benefits 401(k) with Roth option and employer match Join Our Mission-Driven Team If you are passionate about supporting student health, leading high-performing teams, and building meaningful partnerships that improve access to healthcare for children and adolescents, we encourage you to apply. Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.