Project Coordinator
The Project Coordinator
Full-Time (40 hours)
Schedule: M-F, hours 8:00am to 4:30pm (Flexibility with weekends and evening shifts)
Location: 201 S Union Street Olean, NY 14760
Frequent travel throughout Cattaraugus, Allegany, Chautauqua, Wyoming, Steuben, and Livingston counties is required.
The Project Coordinator will oversee the day-to-day implementation of grant-funded initiatives focused on reducing opioid overdoses and fatalities across multiple counties. This hybrid position works closely with local partners, community stakeholders, and Columbia University’s Communities that HEAL program to coordinate prevention and recovery efforts, support county task forces, and ensure successful completion of project goals and deliverables.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate daily grant and project activities
Support strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of community-based initiatives
Collaborate with Columbia University’s Communities that HEAL program and local stakeholders to engage communities in overdose prevention efforts
Provide support to county task forces including public health, law enforcement, probation, schools, healthcare providers, judicial systems, and community agencies
Recruit and engage underrepresented community sectors to strengthen coalition impact
Monitor project timelines, deliverables, data collection, and reporting requirements
Identify and resolve program issues while supporting continuous quality improvement
Attend community meetings, outreach events, and interagency collaborations across multiple counties
Develop and maintain partnerships with government, nonprofit, healthcare, and community organizations
Ensure compliance with grant requirements, policies, safety standards, and program procedures
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or related field required
Minimum 2 years of experience in health or human services; substance use, behavioral health, or prevention experience preferred
Knowledge of addiction, recovery, prevention services, and community health resources
Strong project management, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse community partners
Experience with data tracking, reporting, and Microsoft Office applications preferred
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
This job description is intended to provide a description of essential job functions that are used in order to assess employee performance. It is not an all inclusive statement of job responsibilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) 4% Match
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Health and Human Services: 2 years (Preferred)
Behavioral health: 2 years (Preferred)
Project management: 1 year (Preferred)
Addiction Prevention : 1 year (Preferred)
Communication skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Grant data: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Location:
Olean, NY 14760 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Olean, NY 14760: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person