Project Coordinator (Community Recovery Research and Training)

The Project Coordinator will support the Department of Psychiatry in implementing statewide initiatives to disseminate evidence-based practices across Texas. Working closely with the Program Manager, Project Manager and other team members, this role focuses on planning, coordinating, and delivering training workshops for behavioral health agencies and managed care organizations serving individuals living with serious mental illness. 

The coordinator manages learner registration for in-person, virtual, and webinar-based trainings; provides technical and logistical support to participants; and gathers training materials in collaboration with subject matter experts. The position also includes attending workshops across Texas to assist with execution, maintaining continuing education (CEU) documentation, and serving as a liaison with program stakeholders to ensure training success. 

• Assist in the management and execution of training workshops and projects that deliver behavioral health education and support. 
• Coordinate registration, attendance, and communication with learners and trainers. 
• Independently facilitate webinars and provide technical support to participants via phone and email. 
• Gather training materials, confirm prerequisites, and organize attendee lists. 
• Travel to in-person workshops to assist with logistics, registration and on-site support. 
• Maintain CEU documentation including contracts, trainer credentials, agendas, objectives, and evaluations. 
• Provide backup coverage for team members and attend required trainings and meetings. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking abilities. 
• Ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to schedule changes, and meet deadlines. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn specialized software. 
• Ability to use general office equipment (copier, fax, printers, phones, etc.).