Rachel Saffer (she/her/hers) earned her Masters of Social Work from Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, Massachusetts. Starting as an office volunteer at Austin Grief, Rachel quickly grew to be an integral part of our team.
Rachel has experience in providing counseling to adults, teenagers and children who have experienced significant trauma in both group and individual settings. Rachel utilizes various interventions in her practice including therapeutic yoga, EMDR, and traditional play therapy. She believes in providing every client with a welcoming and safe environment so that they can work towards healing on their own terms.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Austin Center for Grief & Loss is actively seeking a part-time Event Coordinator to join this vibrant non-profit agency which has been serving Austin community since its founding in 2007.
Position Title: Event Coordinator
Reports To: Executive Director
Job Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time
Location: 2413 Greenlawn Pkwy, Austin Texas 78757, In-person 80%, remote 20%
OUR MISSION
To assist adults and children as they move from loss to life through support, therapy, education, training and consultation throughout the greater Austin area.
OUR CORE VALUES
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Compassionate, professional care
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Empowerment of each individual
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Spirituality within the struggle
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Transformative power within loss
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Ongoing connection
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Community
How This Role Relates to Our Mission
The Event Coordinator serves as the main point of contact and support for all events at The Austin Center for Grief & Loss (ACGL). Working in collaboration with others, this person provides leadership in coordinating and executing ACGL events. The Event Coordinator position offers a rich learning environment in a non-profit clinical setting.
Responsibilities
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Coordinates and executes agency events and trainings
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Responsible for setup and closedown of on-site events
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Purchase required supplies for events
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Maintain online registrations for events and trainings, tracking attendance
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Provide support during online trainings
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Point of contact for program and event inquiries
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Work closely with Gala Committee for planning and executing the annual fundraiser
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Assist Marketing Manager in promotions for events and programs
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Tracks and maintains all data and documentation for events
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Assist in creating social media content for events and programs
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Represents ACGL at outreach and community events
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Assist in maintaining accurate and updated event mailing and email lists
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Attends and actively participates in meetings as appropriate
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Provides an empathic and compassionate environment in order to create a safe space for those on their grief journey
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Perform administrative tasks in support of the organization and other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
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Ability to effectively organize and prioritize tasks in a variable environment
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Creativity, with high-level of professionalism, and flexibility
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Position requires a detail-oriented, self-motivated and highly organized individual
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Strong interpersonal skills
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Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
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Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse team, including external stakeholders
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Flexibility to attend special events, at times requiring evening and/or weekend work
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Proficiency and skills in MS Office, Google Suite
Preferred Qualifications
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2+ years directly related experience
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Experience with Wix, Robly and Canva a plus
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History of event planning, marketing, and fundraising
Travel Requirements
5% - Travel to events occurring at off-site locations
WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE
The position is part-time, with hours flexible to meet the responsibilities of the position. Compensation is an hourly rate of $20 based on experience and a contribution to a Simple IRA. Travel requirement is estimated at 5% for events occurring at off-site locations. Minimal night and weekend work is required. The Event Coordinator position offers a rich learning environment in a clinical setting.
ADA SPECIFICATIONS
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TO APPLY
Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the names phone numbers of at least three professional references to: HR@austingrief.org. References will not be contacted until candidates have been interviewed. Letter of interest should include how the mission of The Austin Center for Grief & Loss is meaningful to you, and what unique qualities you will bring to Austin Grief.
The Austin Center for Grief & Loss is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. In its commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion, The Austin Center for Grief & Loss encourages all qualified applicants to apply.