What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager-Population Health position at St John's Lutheran Community?
The Project Manager of Population Health is sponsored by a grant. This position oversees the implementation, managing, and monitoring of the Connected Communities Grant program for Freeborn County. This program involves bringing resources together in the surrounding communities, through collaboration of resources to best meet the needs of the aging population in Freeborn County. The individual is responsible for coordinating with partners, managing resources, looking for additional funding, monitoring remote patient technology (RPM), and ensuring the program meets its purposes of improving older adults' ability to stay in their homes and live their life the way they chose.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, social work, public health,
gerontology, or related field required.
- Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) preferred
- Experience in program management, development, and evaluation, preferably in aging services or public health.
- Strong understanding of the needs and challenges faced by older adults.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to drive innovative solutions and create a new ecosystem for aging.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively.
- Self-motivated, ability to prioritize.
- Maintains good attendance and punctuality.
- Prefer 3-4 years’ experience in project management
- Some travel is required.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Spearhead Connected Communities Grant program of planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and reporting.
2. Facilitate collaboration among partners.
3. Identify additional partners and work with them to engage in our program.
4. Identify needs and resources to enhance service delivery and eliminate duplication of services.
5. Knowledgeable in senior care, public health, social services, and programs for seniors.
6. Provides information and referrals to appropriate resources and services.
7. Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage the aging community.
8. Oversee initiatives focused on enhancing the quality of life for seniors.
9. Reduce isolation and promote seniors’ well-being through social activities and purposeful experiences.
10. Promotes awareness of aging issues and services within the community.
11. Manages budgets and allocates resources effectively.
12. Develop and maintain tracking systems to monitor project progress and performance. Regularly evaluates the effectiveness of programs and services.
13. Prepare reports and documentation as required.
14. Ensure compliance with grant requirements, organizational policies, and relevant state and federal regulations.
St. John's Lutheran Community is a non-profit, faith-based Care Center located in the beautiful city of Albert Lea.
