The Project Odyssey Coordinator is responsible for the planning logistics, recruitment, and application process related to the Project Odyssey program. This position works closely with the Combat Stress Recovery Specialist to plan quarterly Odyssey programs. He or she would directly assist with location scouting, event planning including schedule, activities, and contracts, and coordination of warriors to attend the event. He or she would also be required to travel in support of all Odyssey programs in his or her designated region.
Essential Job Functions:
Work with the CSRP Manager to maintain Project Odyssey Budget
Work with Combat Stress Recovery Specialists to develop regional Project Odysseys
Scout potential locations and vendors that fit the goals of Project Odyssey
Manage Project Odyssey and CSRP inventory
Outreach to warriors in region who are living with combat stress
Provide education and support to mental health counselors working with Project Odyssey
Develop schedules and itineraries for the event
Develop appropriate programming and resources for the event
Facilitate group activities and de-brief program events
Recruit warriors for Project Odyssey, including distributing and collecting applications
Distribute and collect necessary paperwork (e.g. pre-post surveys, HIPAA forms, waivers, etc.)
Build relationships with activity vendors and support resources
Help develop Odyssey toolkit for consistent programs and activities in all schedule events
Recruit trained Peer Mentors for Project Odyssey
Provide support to warriors on the program
Participate in highly physical adventure learning activities including but not limited to, high and low ropes courses, water sports, hiking, climbing, and horseback riding
Assist Specialists and Managers with any additional follow up support, if necessary
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent communication skills including above-average electronic communication skills to stay connected with the rest of the team
Must be a team player
Self-motivated, positive, outgoing, personable and able to relate well with diverse populations and age groups
Demonstrated commitment to the organization and able to timely complete required assignments
Ability to travel frequently
Excellent verbal and written skills
Ability to take initiative, multi-task and work well under pressure
Ability to generate big-picture content and program structure
Military culture competency
High level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office programs, especially MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
Knowledge of web-based communication tools, including social networks and online chat programs
Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and provide referrals to appropriate upper-level staff members
Able to lift 25 lbs and walk 1 mile on uneven terrain
Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelors’ degree required, preferably in a social work, psychology or a related healthcare field, or related MOS (Military Occupational Specialty) or relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Minimum of two years working with military and veteran’s population is required
Experience assisting military or veteran populations in support of development and readjustment preferred
Working knowledge of military and veteran issues, particularly with Iraq and Afghanistan military and veterans required
Experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred
Experience in event planning or recreational programming is preferred
Must be able to travel between 50% – 75% of the time
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