Director of Initiatives and Community Engagement

UPHAMS CORNER HEALTH CENTER•Boston, MA

2d•$85,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Upham’s Community Care, as a proud recipient of the Live, Long & Well grant from the Atrius Health Equity Foundation, seeks a dynamic individual ready to drive systemic change and advance community well-being. Reporting to the Chief Sustainability Officer, the Director of Initiatives and Community Engagement (DICE) leads community engagement services and works across all three of UCC’s service divisions to integrate cardiometabolic health and economic mobility strategies into everyday clinical workflows. The Director of Initiatives and Community Engagement drives the rollout of programs that align health with opportunity. DICE accomplishes this by strengthening partnerships, and building capacity to ensure initiatives remain relevant, measurable, and sustainable. Through strategic planning, outreach, and partnership development, the DICE helps create lasting change for Boston’s neighborhoods. UCC is committed to transforming health and economic opportunity in Boston neighborhoods. UCC provides a full continuum of care, including integrated primary care, behavioral health, and social services, as well as specialized programs like PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) and a licensed Home Care agency. Through collaboration, innovation, and culturally responsive practices, UCC works to improve health outcomes and create pathways for economic mobility in the communities we serve.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Health Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
3-5 years of experience in program management, community health, or multi-partner initiatives.
Experience with grant writing, reporting, and funder deliverables.
Knowledge of PHI and confidentiality.
Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and virtual platforms.
Primarily on-site with flexibility for remote work as needed.
Regular presence for community events, staff training, and committee meetings
Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle required.
Knowledge of social determinants of health, specifically cardiometabolic health and its intersection with economic mobility.
Supervisory experience and knowledge of Boston’s nonprofit landscape.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with a variety of individuals and groups.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work well with a collaborative team
Ability to analyze and interpret data to assess needs and evaluate engagement efforts.

Nice To Haves

Experience in establishing partnerships with community agencies.
Familiarity with UCC neighborhoods and agencies ideal.
Bilingual language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure the sustainability of coalition initiatives beyond initial launch periods seeded by grants.
Lead the development of training and curriculum to support program.
Represent collaboratives in networks and learning forums to strengthen impact and trust.
Serve as primary communicator with coalition members and the general public across platforms, including social media, community events, and partner meetings.
Coordinate and lead community outreach events that connect residents with essential resources.
Develop protocols for accessible, efficient, and sustainable program delivery.
Champion initiatives that remove barriers to care and create pathways for economic opportunity.
Collaborate weekly with clinical teams to integrate health and economic strategies into clinical workflows.
Provide strategic leadership for community outreach and programming, including staff training and compliance.
Implement professional development activities tied to grant-funded initiatives.
Drive visibility and engagement through targeted marketing and community partnerships.
Build and maintain relationships that expand program reach and strengthen community trust.
Develop strategies to increase partner engagement and awareness annually.
Design and implement initiatives that raise visibility of partners and local communities.
Conduct periodic needs assessment and review data to inform planning of future initiatives
Use technology and dashboards to streamline operations and reporting.
Present workflows and grant details to leadership teams.
Support grant writing and reporting to meet funder requirements.