Program Coordinator
Reach Out and Read of Greater New York (ROR GNY) integrates literacy into pediatric care, sharing the power of reading with over 260,000 children annually. We train medical professionals—physicians, nurse practitioners, and residents—to provide children with developmentally and linguistically appropriate books during well-child visits, encouraging families to read aloud together at home. For many families, these are the first books in their home libraries.
Reach Out and Read is the only national literacy organization that engages pediatricians as stewards of early literacy and healthy child development, leveraging the healthcare system to deliver literacy support during the critical early years of life.
The Opportunity:
The Program Coordinator plays a key role in supporting ROR GNY’s mission through direct engagement with program sites and healthcare providers. Reporting to the Director of Medical Engagement, this position combines field-based relationship building with program coordination and administrative support. The Coordinator will conduct site visits, manage communications, collect data, and ensure program quality across a growing network of clinics.
This role is ideal for a highly organized, personable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about early literacy, child development, and community impact.
Who We Are Looking For:
The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative, professionalism, and strong communication skills, with the ability to build and sustain meaningful relationships across the healthcare and nonprofit sectors.
Key Qualifications and Strengths:
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; ability to build strong relationships with program sites, medical providers, and community partners.
- Conduct a minimum of 100 in-person site visits per year, with up to 75% of work time spent in the field throughout the Greater New York area.
- Experience supporting fundraising or development activities such as donor relations, grants, and events.
- Strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; experience with database or CRM systems preferred.
- Clear, professional communication skills (verbal and written); comfortable engaging via phone, email, and in-person.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a remote team environment.
- A strong personal commitment to Reach Out and Read’s mission of promoting early literacy and strengthening family-provider relationships.
Preferred qualifications include bilingual proficiency, as well as demonstrated creativity, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Partnership Development and Engagement:
- Build and maintain relationships with assigned program sites to ensure fidelity to the ROR model and provide ongoing technical assistance.
- Conduct site visits, assign quality ratings, and implement improvement plans based on site performance and needs.
- Collaborate with clinical, administrative, and leadership staff to deepen engagement and identify opportunities for partnership growth.
- Represent ROR GNY at meetings, conferences, and community events to strengthen relationships and increase visibility.
Program Services and Quality Assurance:
- Support the Director of Medical Engagement with program management, data analysis, and multi-site system coordination.
- Ensure timely completion of biannual progress reports, reviewing site data to identify trends and guide continuous improvement.
- Guide new sites through the onboarding, provider training, and implementation process.
- Collect stories, testimonials, and photos from program sites for development and communications use.
- Assist with logistics and planning for ROR GNY Town Halls, the Annual Conference, and statewide or national meetings.
- Identify sites in need of book funding and collaborate with the team to allocate resources equitably.
- Contribute to process improvements, quality assurance, and internal resource development.
Position Specifications: A bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Psychology, Research, or a related field is required for this full-time, exempt position, which involves approximately 75% fieldwork. While Reach Out and Read of Greater New York operates remotely, the Program Coordinator travels throughout the Greater New York area for site visits, storage unit duties, and other in-person responsibilities as needed. The remaining time is dedicated to remote administrative and coordination tasks.
This role involves frequent interaction with mid-level and senior medical professionals, representing ROR GNY with professionalism and mission-driven engagement.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: $50,000–$60,000 (commensurate with experience).
- Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (80% employer-covered for employees and family)
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid vacation, holidays, and professional development support
- Technology and work-from-home stipend
- Additional organizational perks
***To Apply ***
Please email a cover letter and resume, with the subject line “ROR GNY PROGRAM COORDINATOR” to jlizzio@reachoutandreadnyc.org
——————————EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER—————————
Reach Out and Read is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This role involves traveling to different sites across New York City about 75% of the time. Are you comfortable with that level of travel?
- We proudly serve families across New York City. Are you currently living in one of the five NYC boroughs?
Location:
- New York, NY 10024 (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10024
Part-Time Outreach Coordinator
Organization: Reach Out and Read of Greater New York (ROR GNY)
Reports To: Director of Medical Engagement
Location: Remote (with fieldwork throughout Greater New York)
Hours: Approximately 30 hours per month through June 30, 2026
Compensation: $50–$75/hour
About Reach Out and Read of Greater New York
Reach Out and Read of Greater New York (ROR GNY) prepares young children for school success by integrating books into pediatric care and promoting early literacy as part of healthy child development. We partner with more than 230 clinics across the region, serving over 260,000 children annually, with a special focus on supporting low-income families.
Position Summary
ROR GNY seeks a part-time Outreach Coordinator to support the growth and success of our program by engaging new clinical sites, guiding them through the application and onboarding process, and ensuring that participating physicians receive program training.
This role is ideal for a highly organized, and relationship-driven professional with experience in outreach, healthcare, or early literacy initiatives. The position combines remote work with approximately 50% fieldwork across the Greater New York area to meet with clinics and providers.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct outreach to potential new Reach Out and Read sites across Greater New York using established benchmarks to support annual program growth.
- Introduce and explain the ROR model to prospective clinics and medical providers.
- Support clinics in completing and submitting applications, including those already in progress.
- Guide new sites through onboarding, system setup, and program implementation expectations.
- Provide orientation and training support for clinical staff on program processes and goals.
- Monitor provider training completion and follow up to ensure compliance.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of outreach, applications, and onboarding progress.
- Coordinate with Reach Out and Read National to transition approved applications from “Complete – Awaiting Approval” to “Active” by the first of each month.
- Collaborate closely with ROR GNY leadership to ensure smooth integration of new sites into the network.
- Respond to questions about self-funded site fees and other program details.
- Expand outreach to health systems and new clinics entering the application pipeline.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, education, social work, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of professional experience in outreach, community engagement, healthcare, or nonprofit program coordination.
- Bilingual proficiency preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
- Self-starter who can work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with healthcare systems, pediatric practices, or literacy/education programs preferred.
- Comfortable working remotely with proficiency in Zoom and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.
- Willingness to travel regularly for approximately 50% of work time to conduct in-person site visits, meetings, and outreach across the Greater New York area.
Compensation and Schedule
- $50–$75/hour for approximately 30 hours per month.
- Flexible schedule, with some availability required during clinic business hours.
- This is a part-time, contract position with no benefits.
***To Apply***
Please email a cover letter and resume, with the subject line “ROR GNY Outreach Coordinator” to jlizzio@reachoutandreadnyc.org
——————————EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER——————————
Reach Out and Read is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or veteran status.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $50.00 – $75.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- We proudly serve families across New York City. Are you currently living in one of the five NYC boroughs?
- This role involves traveling to different sites across New York City about 75% of the time. Are you comfortable with that level of travel?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10024
To volunteer with us, please reach out at info@reachoutandreadnyc.org.