Community Health Program Coordinator – Lorain Hospital
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Job Location:
Lorain, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)Mercy Health
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Community Health Program Coordinator Lorain Hospital
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Community Health Program Coordinator supports the implementation of health programs within a community. This role works closely with partners across the organization system and/or community including government agencies faith-based institutions and non-profit organizations to ensure the community health programs run smoothly.
Essential Job Functions
Assists with planning and implementation of community health program(s) in support of advancing Community Health goals.
Participates in outreach efforts which may include engaging with local organizations community members and care providers to facilitate collaboration and program delivery by promoting program participation and raising awareness of health services.
Coordinates operations and support related to planning communication/promotions logistics and documentation of community health initiatives to reach diverse populations.
May collect track and report program data to leadership to support continuous improvement and compliance.
Provides input into policies and programs that improve the health of the community served including new interventions and improved delivery of health services.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
- Associates or Bachelors degree in relevant field (preferred)
Work Experience
- 1 years related experience (required)
- 3 years related experience (preferred)
Language
Bilingual based on market needs (preferred)
Patient Population
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Working Conditions
- Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
- General office environment.
- May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold hot dust wind etc.
- May have periods of constant interruptions.
- Required to car travel to off-site locations occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
- Prolonged periods of working alone.
*Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Skills
Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:
- Proficient with computers and accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the fields concepts and principles.
Soft/Interpersonal Skills:
- Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.
- Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.
- Attention to detail
- Communication and Collaboration skills
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Relationship building
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Foundation - Resource Mothers Fund - Lorain Regional OfficeIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Employee Relations
- Typing
- Patient Care
- Clerical Experience
- HIPAA
- Computer Skills
- EMT Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Transcription
- Epic
- Phone Etiquette
