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

The Center for Child Well-Being, housed within the Department of Psychiatry in the University of Missouri School of Medicine

The Center for Child Well-Being, housed within the Department of Psychiatry in the University of Missouri School of Medicine, seeks a Senior Coordinator to support Early Childhood Programs, including the Inclusion Child Care Services Program.

We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in special education and/or extensive experience working with children ages 0-5 who have atypical mental, behavioral, and/or physical development. A highly qualified applicant will have strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.

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 include, but are not limited to:

* Serve as Program Lead for the Inclusion Child Care Services Program, maintaining responsibility for project oversight, deliverables, and staff.
* Plan, delegate, and coordinate team tasks to ensure effective project execution.
* Develop program-specific policies and procedures.
* Work closely with partner projects, including the Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Initiative (iECMH), to ensure seamless continuity of services and policies/procedures.
* Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring compliance and efficient resource use.
* Oversee grant reporting and prepare renewal applications, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with funding requirements.
* Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of all activities, including coaching visits, training sessions, and technical assistance.
* Develop and deliver in-person and virtual training sessions for diverse stakeholders on early childhood mental health and social-emotional learning.
* Synthesize multiple viewpoints, make thoughtful decisions, and engage the team by clearly explaining the rationale to ensure understanding and shared commitment.
* Navigate complex situations with professional composure while maintaining strong collaborative relationships.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices, state mandates, and emerging trends in early childhood mental health and education in Missouri.
* Conduct research on evidence-based practices to support training and inform project development and implementation.
* Collaborate with the Early Childhood Domain Director and program leads to identify and pursue opportunities for diversifying funding streams.
* As needed, provide on-site consultation and coaching to early childhood programs, focused on social-emotional learning within a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework.
o Support implementation of Tier 1 (universal supports), Tier 2 (targeted supports), and Tier 3 (individualized intensive interventions).
* Other duties as assigned.

Shift Type: 8am-5pm M-F, occasional nights and weekends to accommodate trainings.
(Clinical) Office/Administrative Hours: No - Position will not have Office/Admin Hours
Flexibility for Alternative Schedules: No

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

Education: Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Psychology (clinical or developmental), or other related field.

Credentials: State certification or licensure in education, mental health, or a related field

Years of Experience: 3 or more years of experience in early childhood education settings preferred

Additional Training: Experience with evidence-based frameworks such as the Pyramid Model, Conscious Discipline, trauma-informed care, etc.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $52,915.20-$96,054.40
Grade: GGS-010
University Title: SENIOR PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT COORDINATOR
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

In addition to filling out the online application please provide a resume.

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.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.