Youth Inclusion Project Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.

As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.

We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.

For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org

Position Overview:

The IT Project Coordinator works with different departments across the company to coordinate project activities that involve IT, including simple tasks and larger plans. This position manages project schedules, arranges assignments, and communicates progress to all team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The IT Project Coordinator:

• Oversees and manages IT projects

• Facilitates development of project plans and manages them from inception to completion

• Schedules regular meetings and records decisions (e.g. assigned tasks and next steps)

• Creates project plans, creating a timeline and setting benchmarks

• Orders resources, like equipment and software

• Retrieves necessary information (e.g. project requirements and timelines)

• Tracks expenses and predicts future costs

• Monitors project progress and addresses potential issues

• Measures and reports on project performance

• Acts as the point of contact for all participants

• Maintains project progress in project management tool

• Communicates with project stakeholders to identify needs and possible solutions

• Suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions

• Develops an understanding of business and data requirements to ensure successful project outcomes

• Assists with vendor management and assessment

• Performs project tasks as necessary (e.g. configure and install equipment, make site visits)

• Analyzes project data and produces progress reports

• Fosters positive and productive client relationships

• Seeks opportunities to increase customer service and project success

• Performs other related duties as assigned

Additional Information:

Some travel may be required of this position.

Based out of Memphis.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Business Administration (required)

• At least 4 years of progressively responsible positions within Information Technology and demonstration of successful project management experience (required)

• At least 3 years of experience using Asana (required)

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule

Youth Villages Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision

• 401(k)

• Time off:

• • 2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)

  • 12 paid sick days per year

  • 11 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

• Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision

• Growth & development through continuous training

• Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities

*Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.