What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor, Community Education and Wellness position at Lutheran Family Services?
Supervisor, Community Education and Wellness
Job Type
Full-Time
Position Summary:
- The Supervisor, Community Education and Wellness, leads the design, development, and evaluation of educational programs and initiatives. As the primary supervisor for all staff-level programmatic roles, this position is responsible for ensuring that our educational offerings are current, engaging, and effectively reach our target audiences.
Job Duties:
- Lead the design and execution of educational programs, ensuring alignment with the agency’s mission and community needs.
- Oversee the creation and delivery of training sessions, both in large group settings and individualized consultations.
- Oversee scheduling, logistics, and implementation of training sessions, workshops, and webinars using standardized protocols.
- Conduct training sessions, presentations, and program events, both in-person and virtually, as needed.
- Collaborate with internal staff to ensure materials are accurate, engaging, and relevant.
- Supervise, mentor, and support education staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
- Monitor staff performance and program outcomes, making improvements as necessary.
- Represent the agency at community events, conferences, meetings, and outreach activities to promote programming and establish and/or nurture strategic partnerships.
- Serve as a liaison between the agency and external partners to facilitate collaborations and program expansion.
- Monitor and assess the effectiveness of educational programs, using data and feedback to make necessary adjustments.
- Analyze participant feedback and program metrics to enhance program impact.
- Identify opportunities to integrate new research and best practices into programming.
- Provide data and impact reports to support grant applications and funding proposals.
- Perform other job-related duties as needed.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills to support education staff and foster teamwork.
- Excellent verbal and written communication for training facilitation, program materials, and stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to develop and sustain community relationships with schools, community organizations, and other agencies.
- Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant administrative software.
- Awareness and sensitivity of our constituents and the populations served by employees.
- Regular and predictable attendance, and promptness for work.
- Commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and values of Lutheran Family Services.
- Support Lutheran Family Services in the organization’s objective to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace.
Position Competencies:
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
- Relationship Builder
- Adaptability
- Taking Initiative
Education and Experience:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Communications, or a related field is preferred (or equivalent work experience).
- Experience in staff supervision, program management, and/or community outreach.
- Public speaking and/or training facilitation experience, preferably with youth and/or families.
- Demonstrated understanding of and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Valid driver’s license, proof of liability auto insurance, and ability to drive a personal vehicle on a daily basis for agency business.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Company-issued laptop and cell phone.
- In-office and in-community work environment, with occasional remote opportunities.
- Ability to travel for various presentations and outreach events.
- Flexible work schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends, as required.
Lutheran Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on age, race, religion, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
