Senior Coordinator / Program Lead - Center for Child Well-Being

Department of Psychiatry

The Center for Child Well-Being, housed within the Department of Psychiatry in the University of Missouri School of Medicine, seeks a Senior Project/Program Support Coordinator to support Early Childhood Programs by serving as the Program Lead for the Early Child Positive Behavior Support (ECPBS) Program.

Using evidence-based coaching and training frameworks, ECPBS supports early childhood educators in Boone County in building their knowledge and skills to foster positive relationships with children and families, promote social-emotional development, respond effectively to behavioral needs, and enhance kindergarten readiness.

This is a .95 FTE (38 hours per week), benefit eligible, on-site position based at the Center for Child Well-Being in Columbia, Missouri.

About the Center

The Center for Child Well-Being drives positive change for children and families through innovative programs, collaborative community partnerships, and strategic capacity building. Guided by our mission to improve outcomes for young children and their families, we envision a future where all children thrive in nurturing, supportive environments.

Working at the Center means being part of a passionate, collaborative team committed to impact. Staff are supported in their professional growth, empowered to contribute meaningfully, and engaged in work that is purpose-driven and community-centered. Join us in shaping a more responsive and resilient early childhood landscape across Missouri!

Key Responsibilities for the ECPBS Program Lead include, but are not limited to:
* Lead ECPBS by overseeing all aspects of program implementation, operations, and management. Ensure all contract deliverables are met.
* Supervise and support the ECPBS team (3-4 staff) through formal and reflective supervision to promote staff growth and program fidelity.
* Lead reporting and dissemination activities. Lead grant writing for contract resubmission. Develop and deliver high-quality, in-person and virtual trainings on early childhood mental health and social-emotional development.
* Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation for all program activities, e.g., coaching visits, training sessions, incentive tracking.
* Use internal evaluation tools to collect, analyze, and apply data to inform continuous quality improvement and demonstrate program impact.
* Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with community partners and program stakeholders.
* Collaborate with the Early Childhood Domain Director on long-term sustainability planning, including identifying and securing diversified funding streams.

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

Occasional nights and weekends to accommodate trainings.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Advanced degree or experience in Program Management, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, or other related field.
State certification or licensure in education, mental health, or a related field.
3 or more years of supervisory experience in early childhood education settings preferred.
Experience with evidence-based frameworks such as the Pyramid Model, Conscious Discipline, trauma-informed care, etc.

Salary Range: $55,000- $65,000 annually
Grade: GGS - 010
University Title: SENIOR PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT COORDINATOR
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In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Resume/CV.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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