Outreach and Training Coordinator (758123)

Job Description : The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is made up of diverse populations, including several underserved communities. This includes individuals at higher risk due to underlying conditions such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease and asthma. Highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic, these undeserved communities have seen a disproportionately negative impact amidst the trials of an ever-changing climate.The Outreach and Training Coordinators ("Planning and Implementation Coordinators") will aim to reduce health disparities in Pennsylvania at the regional level. Planning and Implementation Coordinators will be guided by the 2023-2028 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) to improve the health status and life expectancy of Pennsylvanians and eliminate health inequalities in vulnerable communities. More specifically, they will offer our regional teams subject matter expertise in the areas of chronic disease, access to care, the social determinants of health (SDoH), mental health & substance use. Additionally, they will utilize various metrics to reach the goals within the Health Equity, Whole Person Care, and Chronic Disease Prevention SHIP work groups. Lastly, they will bring together the Pennsylvania Department of Health, other state agencies, and community partners to ensure all populations in the commonwealth are properly represented.Responsibilities :

• Facilitate monthly regional committee meetings and co-facilitate quarterly statewide meetings wherein all regional committees have representation.
• Recruit new community partners to attend committee meetings.
• Regularly liaise with state health centers to promote PA SHIP progression and connect Regional Health Equity Action Team (RHEAT) partners.
• Provide a forum for training and resources to increase capacity within their specific public health area to prevent or mitigate public health threats.
• Act as a regional liaison bringing various organizations together to replicate best practices, increase collaboration, and share resources.
• Assist counties where no local health department is located to better understand communities needs and assets so that targeted interventions can be developed and implemented.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and align efforts with local health departments.
• Disseminate key SHIP data and metrics as available. Help implement SHIP strategies and advance SHIP goals.
• Provide insight through lived experiences in relation to RHEAT committee topic selection.
• Pursue informative / educational learning opportunities to expand subject matter expertise.
• Travel is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.Required Skills : Two years of professional experience (and relevant community development or activist experience) in the development, analysis, or monitoring of programs, grants, or contracts in health, human services, social or behavioral services, health care services, or health insurance.
• Knowledge of specific public health related topics including access to care, chronic disease, the social determinants of health (SDoH), mental health & substance use.
• Competent in the use of technology, including Microsoft applications and facilitation of virtual meetings.
• Ability to read and interpret written materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to effectively speak publicly.Preferred Experience : A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience (and relevant community development, or activist experience).About Us : TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com