Communication Planning and Operations Specialist Associate

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Job Summary The Associate Specialist is an entry-level role that provides essential coordination and logistical support to the Communications team. This position assists with day-to-day operations, maintains the team’s Planning and Operations Calendar for the integrated team, and manages the technology that supports virtual and hybrid meetings, events, and communications. The Associate plays a critical role in keeping the team organized, informed and operating efficiently. Essential Functions Communicates, collaborates, and coordinates with members of management, staff, physician health care teams and vendors on communications and program planning, implementation and execution in area of accountability. (Developing Level) Supports client in developing and implementing internal and external communications. Develops and edits articles for communication vehicles by soliciting input, interviewing appropriate individuals for information, writing copy, and reviewing materials with related departments to obtain appropriate internal approvals. (Developing Level) Assists in the planning and execution of large and small special events including groundbreaking ceremonies, grand openings or receptions within the community. (Developing Level) Responsible for expenses impacting departmental budget, or other financial resources within a department. (Developing Level) Adheres to corporate brand standards for all materials to ensure consistency in all communications. (Developing Level) Collaborates with Creative Services production to facilitate design, production, printing and distribution of materials within budget by obtaining cost estimates and assisting in the selection of external vendors. Reviews with supervisor work performed by outside services to ensure work meets deadlines and quality standards. Oversees internal approval process as directed by manager and ensures customers receive quality product. (Developing Level) May develop system print and Web materials including annual report, fast facts, Web facts, brochures and other messaging to support Corewell Health. May support system internal Web site (the Well) including development of new formation and maintenance. May collaborate with web design personnel to determine appropriate action for web-based communication and access (Developing Level). About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence. How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Corewell Health Place - 100 Corewell Drive NW - Grand Rapids Department Name Communications - Corporate Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Days Worked Monday - Friday Weekend Frequency N/A CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447. People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing or Public Relations or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Skills/knowledge/abilities typically gained through less than 2 years experience in work environment with transferrable skills, especially health care communications

Responsibilities

• Communicates, collaborates, and coordinates with members of management, staff, physician health care teams and vendors on communications and program planning, implementation and execution in area of accountability.
• Supports client in developing and implementing internal and external communications.
• Develops and edits articles for communication vehicles by soliciting input, interviewing appropriate individuals for information, writing copy, and reviewing materials with related departments to obtain appropriate internal approvals.
• Assists in the planning and execution of large and small special events including groundbreaking ceremonies, grand openings or receptions within the community.
• Responsible for expenses impacting departmental budget, or other financial resources within a department.
• Adheres to corporate brand standards for all materials to ensure consistency in all communications.
• Collaborates with Creative Services production to facilitate design, production, printing and distribution of materials within budget by obtaining cost estimates and assisting in the selection of external vendors.
• Reviews with supervisor work performed by outside services to ensure work meets deadlines and quality standards.
• Oversees internal approval process as directed by manager and ensures customers receive quality product.
• May develop system print and Web materials including annual report, fast facts, Web facts, brochures and other messaging to support Corewell Health.
• May support system internal Web site (the Well) including development of new formation and maintenance.
• May collaborate with web design personnel to determine appropriate action for web-based communication and access

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees