Health Outreach and Education Coordinator

Health Outreach and Education Coordinator

The Health Outreach and Education Coordinator / Grant Writer oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of preventive occupational health services and educational programs. Situated within a reputable Occupational Health Clinical Center, this role is crucial for enhancing community health through effective outreach, education, and research while successfully securing funding through grant writing. Both passionate and data-driven, the coordinator will uphold the center's mission, establishing robust relationships within and beyond the healthcare community.

Salary: $75,000 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee the outreach and education programs.
• Conduct needs assessments to ensure program activities are targeted and effective.
• Write, submit, and manage health-related grant proposals.
• Create educational materials and develop methods to enhance program awareness.
• Engage with community leaders, union representatives, and healthcare professionals to form and maintain strategic partnerships.
• Coordinate and manage contractual relationships with agencies providing outreach services.
• Compile, organize, and analyze data to support various research projects and generate reports and publications.
• Maintain the center’s resource library and respond to technical assistance requests.
• Participate in the design and execution of research and evaluation activities within the community and academic settings.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in public health with a specialization in social and behavioral dimensions of occupational health.
• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in both academic and occupational health settings.
• Proven track record of securing and managing grants focused on public and occupational health.
• High level of initiative and sustained commitment to the field of occupational health.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Public Health or a related social science.
• Project management skills with a robust history of leading interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience teaching and mentoring in higher education environments, particularly in public health or medical fields.

Skills:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with community leaders and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in using software tools like SAS, Excel, NVivo, Maxq for data analysis.
• Ability to synthesize research findings and disseminate information through publications, reports, and presentations.
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with attention to detail and deadlines.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
• Optional remote work flexibility one day a week.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.