Project Assistant III, DWW Coach

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 265 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Time as Reported / Per Diem Scheduled Weekly Hours: As Scheduled Department: 400992 Ntl Ctr Deaf Hlth Rsch (NCDHR) Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 103 H Compensation Range: $18.00 - $25.14 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities: The National Center for Deaf Health Research (NCDHR) is seeking an individual for the Project Assistant III position as Deaf Weight Wise (DWW) Coach, expected to run through September 2029, contingent on funding. This is a remote role, paid on a time-as-reported (hourly) basis. This role plays a key role in guiding and shaping strategic implementation of the DWW healthy lifestyle program. Key focus areas of the program include nutrition, physical activity, weight management support, and coaching for NCDHR’s subcontractors This role involves designing and leading advanced biweekly and monthly group facilitation sessions where you will apply your deep knowledge of DWW principles and evidence-based coaching to empower subcontractors, ensuring consistent program fidelity and high-quality execution in their designated areas. The position requires substantial experience in an advisory capacity, motivational interviewing and data collection experience to maintain detailed documentation and ensure effective communication to support the DWW program. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining rigorous documentation standards and fostering high-level communication strategies to optimize the DWW program's effectiveness and inform strategic decision-making. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Lead and facilitate biweekly or monthly site coaching sessions with Deaf Weight Wise (DWW) implementation partners across assigned regions, ensuring each meeting drives toward strategic objectives. Engage site supervisor and DWW coaches to identify and address implementation challenges, track progress against key milestones, and capture both qualitative observations and quantitative data. At the end of the implementation phase, produce a comprehensive closeout report for each partner site. The report should include detailed…