The Community Health Coordinator is responsible for advancing community-based substance use prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery initiatives through strategic coordination, collaboration, and resource development. This position serves as a central point of connection among community partners, service providers, and stakeholders to improve communication, strengthen service systems, and enhance access to resources for individuals and families. The Coordinator supports the effective implementation of programs funded through Opioid Abatement and other available resources by promoting data-informed decision-making, identifying community needs, and fostering partnerships that improve community health outcomes. This position works across multiple sectors to align prevention and intervention efforts, promote evidence-informed practices, and support a coordinated community response to substance use challenges. This position is grant-funded and is anticipated to continue for five years or longer, contingent upon the availability of funding and subject to periodic evaluation based on program needs and funding status. Serve as the primary grant monitor for Opioid Abatement funding and ensure compliance with grant requirements, reporting obligations, and program objectives. Develop, implement, and maintain a data tracking system to document citizen service utilization, outcomes, trends, and program effectiveness. Organize and facilitate regular meetings among human service organizations to review program progress, identify service gaps, and develop coordinated strategies to address community needs. Coordinate local and regional partners engaged in substance use prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery efforts. Facilitate cross-sector collaboration among community partners, including but not limited to Law Enforcement, Fire and Rescue, Social Services, Horizon Behavioral Health, Bedford County Public Schools, and service providers affiliated with the Bedford Area Resource Council (BARC). Participate in Bedford Area Resource Council (BARC) meetings, committees, and action groups to support coordinated community health initiatives and strengthen partnerships among service providers. Source and provide educational opportunities, training, and outreach activities for County agencies, state partners, community organizations, and other stakeholders. Monitor and publicly report local substance use indicators, overdose trends, and fatalities to inform community priorities, prevention strategies, and program development. Actively pursue and align additional grant opportunities to maximize available funding and expand prevention, intervention, and recovery resources. Assess the needs of individuals and families, including students and caregivers when appropriate; provide short-term case management, service navigation, referrals, and follow-up to support access to needed resources. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement prevention and intervention strategies that address identified community needs. Monitor service linkages, referral outcomes, and community resource utilization to improve coordination and effectiveness of services. Ensure program activities align with evidence-informed practices, grant requirements, and established community health goals. Supervise additional staff assigned to the Community Health Program as future grant funding allows.

Education / Experience

Bachelor's degree in human services, public health, behavioral health, social work, or a related field, supplemented by professional experience in community health, substance use prevention, behavioral health, or human services program coordination. Experience in program oversight, supervision, grant management, and collaborative partnerships is preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Significant professional experience in a related field is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Considerable Knowledge of:

Substance use prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery services, including principles, practices, and service delivery models within the human services field. Behavioral health systems, community health initiatives, and the laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to mental health and substance use services. Community-based service coordination, cross-sector collaboration, and strategies for building effective partnerships among public agencies, healthcare providers, schools, community organizations, and other stakeholders. Principles and practices of program planning, development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement. Project management processes and techniques, including goal setting, timeline development, resource coordination, risk assessment, and outcome measurement. Grant-funded program administration, including compliance requirements, reporting expectations, resource allocation, and performance monitoring. Data collection, management, analysis, and reporting methods used to evaluate programs, identify trends, measure outcomes, and support data-informed decision-making. Strategic planning, budgeting principles, policy analysis, and resource management. Supervisory principles and practices, including staff development, training, coaching, and performance management. Human behavior, community needs assessment, and factors influencing access to services and health outcomes.

Skills in:

Developing and maintaining data tracking systems, managing databases, analyzing information, and preparing reports to communicate program outcomes and community trends. Utilizing computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, email, internet-based systems, and other technology platforms. Coordinating multiple projects, priorities, and partnerships while meeting established goals, deadlines, and grant requirements. Facilitating meetings, leading collaborative discussions, and engaging diverse groups of stakeholders. Preparing clear, concise, and professional written materials, including reports, correspondence, presentations, and program documentation. Delivering effective presentations, trainings, and public education efforts to community groups, agencies, and stakeholders. Applying critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills to address community needs and improve service coordination.

Ability to:

Build and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals, organizations, and community partners. Lead and support collaborative initiatives involving multiple systems, agencies, and service providers. Plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate community health programs and initiatives. Collect, interpret, and present data; identify trends; draw appropriate conclusions; and make recommendations based on findings. Manage grant-funded projects, monitor progress toward goals, and ensure compliance with program requirements. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to conduct public presentations and facilitate community meetings. Exercise sound judgment when handling confidential information and sensitive situations. Assess individual, family, and community needs and connect individuals to appropriate resources and services. Provide guidance, training, and technical assistance to staff, partners, and community stakeholders. Organize and maintain accurate records, statistical information, reports, and program documentation. Interpret and apply applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and program standards. Work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and adapt to changing community needs and program requirements. Disclaimer Bedford County maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. Drug screening, driving record check, a criminal background check, and previous employer references are required for all positions as conditions of pre-employment. Bedford County, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bedford County is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. We are committed to implementing nationally recognized best practices in recruiting, hiring, and retaining highly skilled and dependable Veterans. The V3 Program is an official Commonwealth of Virginia Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§ 2.2-2001.2).