Event Coordinator/Job Coach

Job Title: Event Coordinator

Location: Wasilla, Alaska

Company: Hearts and Hands of Care Inc.

Job Description:

Hearts and Hands of Care Inc. is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Event Coordinator to join our team in Wasilla. The Event Coordinator will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing holiday events and activities for our clients. This role requires creativity, strong organizational skills, and a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others. Salary would depend on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate holiday events and activities for clients.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure successful event execution.
• Manage event budgets and resources effectively.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs and preferences.
• Ensure all events comply with company policies and safety regulations.
• Evaluate event success and provide feedback for future improvements.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of experience in event planning or coordination.
• 1-2 years of experience in direct support 
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience working with diverse client groups.
• Knowledge of local vendors and venues in Wasilla.
• Creative thinking and ability to generate new ideas for events.
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoors/outdoors in a office setting 

Schedule:

• Monday thru Friday

Salary/Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Healthcare
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance 
• Health Savings Account
• 401K Savings Plan

About Hearts and Hands of Care:

Hearts & Hands of Care was formed to relieve some of that distress and to serve as a platform for guidance and learning for families and individuals.

What started as an individual support provider has now grown into an organization that helps support families to support themselves. Our objectives include initiating and maintaining contact with families, creating schedules for parents, sharing information, education, and participation with other agency networks and government agencies.

The people we serve include two-parent families, single-parent families, individuals with disabilities, individuals that are rurally located, children, adolescents, and senior citizens.

We help families brainstorm solutions to problems, help them navigate the complex social service system and assist in locating medical and adaptive equipment. We also assist with applications for services that include: DD Eligibility, TEFRA, Respite, SSI/SSA, Transportation and Public Assistance.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks and skills required of an employee in this position. HAHOC reserves the right to require that other tasks be performed when warranted (for example by emergencies, changes in personnel or workload, corporate reorganization, or technical development).

Hearts & Hands Of Care, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, and parenthood.