Consortium Coordinator

Camden, NJ (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=808+Market+Street+Camden+NJ+USA+08102)

Description

Part Time - 20 hours a week

Salary - $22,500

Grant requires candidate to live in Camden City

For over 40 years, the Cooperative has been at the forefront of developing innovative strategies in maternal and child health care. We work to improve the region’s health by educating communities, advocating for system improvements, and engaging with stakeholders. The Cooperative is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) coalition of healthcare professionals and consumers licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health as the maternal and child health consortium serving the seven counties of South Jersey.

The Cooperative is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all qualified candidates to apply for employment with our agency without regard to abilities, age, race, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio economic status, educational levels, military/veteran status, or any other characteristics.

The Cooperative offers a competitive benefit package:

• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

• Id Theft & Legal Services

• Pet Insurance

• Critical Illness and Accident Plan

• Free AAA Basic Membership

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Staff Development

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Account

• 401K – SNJPC contributes 4% after one year of work anniversary

Our biggest perk “Summer Flex” and Hybrid Work Schedule

The Healthy Start Community Consortium (HSCC), also known as the Community Action Network (CAN), is a community coalition focused on improving birth outcomes and reducing infant mortality in the City of Camden. The Consortium Coordinator oversees the creation, development, and implementation of the HSCC. He/she facilitates regular community meetings with consortium members to develop and implement an action plan for reducing disparities in perinatal health in the community of Camden, NJ. The Consortium Coordinator works with outreach case management staff to determine target audience and needs of Camden Healthy Start (CHS) program participants and develops collaborative relationships with MCH providers, CBOs and local health department to ensure access to care and community-based resources.

Essential Functions:

• Contribute to the Cooperative’s commitment to equity and continuous quality improvement that aligns with the agency’s mission, goals, and advancement. * Effectively cross-collaborate with agency staff, leaders, and board members to foster a comprehensive approach of information sharing, working committees, and collective representation. * Routinely disseminate relevant information, presentations, trainings, and learning opportunities for internal program and agency staff. * When applicable, will participate in relevant staff development opportunities (training, summits, conferences, etc.) to increase skill development, elevate program goals, and engage staff members with timely key learnings. * Manages all activities of the HSCC and builds on existing CAN framework. * Serves as a liaison for CHS program and HSCC members. * Schedules, coordinates, and facilitates regular meetings and discussions with the HSCC members that supports systems change and improvement to reduce social determinants of health in the community we serve. * Supports HSCC members in the creation and implementation of an action plan for strategies to address disparities in perinatal health in the community of Camden City. * Coordinates cross-sector partnerships to ensure access to coordinated, comprehensive maternal, child, and family medical care, health, and parenting education; and community-based resources within Camden, NJ. * Monitors, analyzes, and interprets project area health status data with providers and consumers through the HSCC and appropriate subcommittees. * Participates in Communities of Practice with other Healthy Start projects and other technical assistant opportunities. * Provides community level training and updates on the HSCC planned activities. * Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, or related field; Bachelor degree preferred.

• Camden City resident; current or former CHS participant desired.

• Minimum of three years’ experience in community relations and outreach.

• Knowledge of community resources in Camden City and general knowledge about MCH topics a plus.

• Strong meeting, planning, and facilitating skills.

• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.

• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Good organizational skills: ability to prioritize workload requirements.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Ability to work well with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Knowledge of cultural diversity and cultural competency issues.

• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Valid driver’s license, car, and current insurance policy.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to see to read documents and hear well enough to communicate with others

• Must be able to write, type on a computer, and use a telephone

• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle

• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds

• Additional requirements to be determined with input from Director and HR

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

Works in a climate-controlled professional office environment generally free from hazards and other adverse working conditions