Program Specialist, Wellness Coach Designated Education Program

75% Remote within California, 25% Travel. Must reside in California

We are seeking a Program Specialist to join FoundationCCC in its mission of benefiting, supporting, and enhancing the California Community Colleges—the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. Together, we are building stronger communities by getting students and colleges the resources they need to succeed and expanding pathways to economic and social mobility across California. Join us as we continue this important work to uphold the value of community colleges in building a brighter future.

What You’ll Do

The Foundation for California Community Colleges (FCCC) is seeking a Program Specialist within the Equity Department to support the Wellness Coach Designated Education Program (WCDEP), a statewide initiative funded by the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI). This program expands behavioral health career pathways by preparing students at California Community Colleges to become Certified Wellness Coaches. Under the direction of the Program Manager, Equity (WCDEP) and in alignment with the Foundation’s strategic plan, the Specialist’s primary role is to lead specific components of the WCDEP project. The Specialist will be in a pivotal position, playing a critical role in program operations, outreach, recruitment, student engagement, and technical assistance.

• Coordinating events and communications

• Supporting student ambassador activities

• Maintaining data systems

• Planning and facilitating webinars

• Providing technical assistance

Attributes for Success

• Relevant AA/AS, 4 years of equivalent work experience, or a combination of both

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in an education, healthcare, non-profit environment, and social services preferred

• We’re recruiting for mission-driven, passionate, equity-minded individuals with a strong desire to impact and change people’s lives for the better

• FoundationCCC blends the impact of a non-profit, the culture of an entrepreneurial start-up, and the scale of a state agency

• We are committed to professional development with an emphasis on shared leadership, to ensure growth for employees and the organization overall

What we Offer

FoundationCCC is fully committed to a “remote-first” philosophy, and recruits and hires talent across the state in fully remote positions, where virtual work is possible. Our headquarters are located in Downtown Sacramento, just blocks from California’s State Capitol.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, generous PTO, and paid holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness offerings

• CalPERS retirement program and optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans

• Carrot reproductive health and fertility support

• Tuition reimbursement

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer

To see the full job description please email [email protected].

Budgeted Annual Salary Pay Range:

$60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.