Health Equity Program Manager

Job Summary : The Health Equity Programs Manager advances initiatives that address disparities in maternal health. The HEP Manager will lead and support efforts to address the social determinants of health, drive health equity, and ensure quality of care.

This role will support a growing array of strategic initiatives related to community engagement and health equity. Through data analysis and collaboration with partners, this role strives to continually improve access.

Specifications : Bachelor's Degree Required; Master's Degree Preferred. 3-5 years of relative experience required.

Bilingual candidates, particularly those who speak English and Spanish, or English and Portuguese / Cape Verdean Creole, are encouraged to apply, but bilingualism is not a requirement for this role.

Demonstrated interest and professional background in community health and health equity. Demonstrated ability to connect to communities experiencing health inequities and organizations serving them, particularly in Rhode Island.

We value community expertise, and people with a deep understanding and lived experience in communities facing health inequities are encouraged to apply.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with multiple audiences are required, and an ability to cultivate trusting working relationships with people from a large range of backgrounds.

Strong organizational and time management skills to meet the needs of changing project requirements in a complex work environment.

MS Office skills required. This position will be hybrid, with attendance at in-person community events required. Candidate must be able to work successfully with coworkers who work remotely, and must have reliable transportation.

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center, are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

Americans with Disability Act Statement : External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement : Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement : Employee conducts himself / herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

WIH Internal Posting Period : 7 / 10 - 7 / 16 / 2024