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Fitness in the City Program Coordinator I/II at Brookside Community Health Center - 32 Hours

Brigham and Women's Hospital
life insurance, vision insurance, tuition reimbursement
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
3297 Washington Street (Show on map)
Jun 10, 2025
Brookside Community Health Center is a licensed health center of Brigham and Women's Hospital, consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals in the nation, and part of Mass General Brigham, the largest private employer in Massachusetts. Brookside offers comprehensive, multi-disciplinary care across a variety of services, including Adult and Pediatric Primary Care, OB/GYN, Family Planning, Dental and Oral Surgery, Nutrition/WIC, and Behavioral Health. We offer a highly competitive benefits package that includes excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; tuition reimbursement; short-term disability coverage; a wellness program; and more. The Fitness in the City (FITC) program aims to prevent and manage overweight and obesity in pediatric patients through community outreach, healthy lifestyle promotion, and supportive programming. Join our diverse and collaborative team in this rewarding role! Job Responsibilities: Conduct outreach to eligible families and community partners (schools, clinics, housing organizations) to enroll patients in FITC. Meet with families and youth to assess engagement, screen for referral needs, conduct nutrition and fitness surveys, and provide non-clinical referrals to food and activity resources. Refer any clinical concerns to an RD, RN, or licensed provider. Collaborate with stakeholders to plan and implement healthy lifestyle activities promoting physical activity and nutrition habits addressing childhood obesity. Provide culturally sensitive, patient-centered program materials to patients of diverse backgrounds and income levels. Work closely with dietitians to coordinate nutrition counseling referrals and support patient goal tracking. Collect and analyze data on behavioral changes through surveys and reports. Plan, coordinate, and manage logistics for FITC and related community events (e.g., fairs, cooking demos, health walks). Coordinate with vendors, partners, and internal teams to ensure smooth event execution; track attendance and gather feedback for quality improvement. Provide non-clinical case coordination and follow-up to ensure families connect with referred services. Manage budgets related to community events and program purchases. Make follow-up appointments and calls to assess participant progress. Collaborate with 11 other FITC Community Health Centers to share resources and best practices. Participate in quality improvement activities and attend department and program meetings. Education & Experience:* High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a related field (public health, health management, nutrition, childhood development) preferred. Coordinator I: 0-1 year of administrative or program support experience. Coordinator II: 3-5 years of relevant administrative or program experience. Preferred Skills: Bilingual Spanish-speaking skills preferred. Ability to engage effectively with children and young adults. Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and data management software. Basic financial and budgeting skills. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in documentation and record-keeping. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Additional Information This role does not require a Registered Dietitian (RD) or nursing license. Clinical referrals must be directed to licensed providers within their scope of practice. Experience cannot be substituted for the degree requirement. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.