Community Engagement Specialist- Brees Family Center

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

278d • Remote

About The Position

The Community Engagement Specialist at Ochsner Health collaborates with community partners to understand their needs and assists in creating plans and projects. This role oversees and implements the Population Health Plan, acting as a coach and liaison to serve the communities surrounding the Community Health Centers. The specialist represents Ochsner Health in developing and fostering relationships with various community members, including coalitions, organizations, schools, and local businesses, ensuring that the Community Health Center meets the needs of the community it serves.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, Public Relations, Public Health, or relevant field OR 4 additional years of relevant work experience in lieu of educational requirements.
• 3 years of experience in community relations, business development, marketing, public health, or relevant healthcare industry experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to balance the needs of the Community Health Centers and the community served.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentation materials.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field of study.
• Grant writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Identifies opportunities within assigned regions and develops pipelines to reach key populations served by the Community Health Center.
• Convenes, facilitates, and manages Community Health Center advisory groups to support community-level initiatives.
• Engages internal and external stakeholders to provide health education and promote Community Health Center initiatives.
• Ensures alignment of efforts with the Department of Population Health and key stakeholders.
• Collaborates with business development to grow partnerships with local businesses.
• Coordinates with physician liaison members to align clinical and community strategies.
• Works with Government Relations to expand influence in assigned markets.
• Designs and maintains databases and spreadsheets to track community participation and initiative results.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree