Health Equity Program Manager

ERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE•Chicago, IL

6d•$60,000 - $63,000

About The Position

Erie Neighborhood House, a community-building agency empowering Chicago’s low-income and immigrant families, and dedicated to promoting a just and inclusive society is seeking a Health Equity Program Manager. The Health Equity Manager’s basic function is to manage the Health Equity Program and will work closely with the Health Educator and Community Health Worker to coordinate activities between the programs and department staff within the agency and with external partners. The mission for the program to promote a culture of health and encourage Erie’s staff and participants to become leaders in the movement for community wellness and equity. In return to your commitment to Erie House and its mission to the community, you will enjoy excellent professional development opportunities, opportunity for growth, and have direct impact in building powerful communities. Be a part of one of the oldest and most respected Settlement House in the Chicago Land Area. The Health Equity Manager is responsible for the strategic implementation and oversight of community-based health equity initiatives that address social determinants of health and improve access to care. This leadership role supervises the Health Educator and Community Health Worker and manages programs funded by grants such as ILCHF, WSHEC, health and nutrition initiatives, and the community health worker and health promoter projects. The Health Equity Manager ensures that programs are implemented effectively, comply with funder requirements, and align with Erie House’s mission to promote health and wellness in diverse communities. POSITION SUMMARY Program Leadership & Oversight Supervise and support the Health Educator and Community Health Worker, including performance reviews, coaching, and day-to-day guidance. Oversee the implementation of health equity programs to meet strategic goals and community needs. Ensure coordination and integration of services across sites and programming. Grant & Compliance Management Manage the activities and compliance of all health-related grants (i.e.Wellness West (WSHEC), nutrition, CHW, health promoters). Collaborate with development and finance teams on grant applications, renewals, budgets, and reports. Ensure timely, accurate reporting and documentation in line with funder requirements. Data, Evaluation & Reporting Monitor and analyze program data to assess progress toward health equity outcomes. Collaborate with the Data and Outcomes Administrator to maintain accurate data systems and reporting tools. Generate reports for internal stakeholders and funders. Community Engagement & Capacity Building Engage with community members and stakeholders to assess needs and build partnerships. Support and oversee outreach, workshops, and health education activities. Identify trends and emerging needs in community health to inform programming. Administrative & Operational Management Facilitate team meetings, scheduling, and coordination across departments. Address challenges related to program implementation and staffing. Contribute to strategic planning and operational improvements. Other: Assist with other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Health Administration, or equivalent of 2 years of experience in non - profit management
At least 2 years of experience in health programming, community health, grant coordination, non-profit management
Experience supervising or leading teams preferred.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in program data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Commitment to social justice and familiarity with immigrant and underserved communities.
Flexibility to work evenings/weekends as needed and travel locally.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support the Health Educator and Community Health Worker, including performance reviews, coaching, and day-to-day guidance.
Oversee the implementation of health equity programs to meet strategic goals and community needs.
Ensure coordination and integration of services across sites and programming.
Manage the activities and compliance of all health-related grants (i.e.Wellness West (WSHEC), nutrition, CHW, health promoters).
Collaborate with development and finance teams on grant applications, renewals, budgets, and reports.
Ensure timely, accurate reporting and documentation in line with funder requirements.
Monitor and analyze program data to assess progress toward health equity outcomes.
Collaborate with the Data and Outcomes Administrator to maintain accurate data systems and reporting tools.
Generate reports for internal stakeholders and funders.
Engage with community members and stakeholders to assess needs and build partnerships.
Support and oversee outreach, workshops, and health education activities.
Identify trends and emerging needs in community health to inform programming.
Facilitate team meetings, scheduling, and coordination across departments.
Address challenges related to program implementation and staffing.
Contribute to strategic planning and operational improvements.
Assist with other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Compensation of $60,000 -63,000 / salary based on experience
Work / life integration
Generous paid time off (examples below for full-time employment)
12 accrued sick days per year
3 personal days
Paid birthday off
8 paid holidays, including Juneteenth
In addition to above paid holidays, paid week off between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
Vacation Year 1 = 8 days Year 2 = 13 days Year 3 + = 20 days
Access to alternative and flexible work schedules and personal leave, where possible
Two-weeks fully paid Parental Leave, for eligible employees
Time off for school conferences and activities as well as bereavement leave
Employer-sponsored learning and development programs
Paid day off annually for personal professional development
Tuition Assistance & Debt Relief Program, as budget allows
DEI Council-sponsored education and engagement series
Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life insurance
Voluntary life and AD&D and short and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, vision and dependent care
403b with employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Yoga, Zumba and Book Club, when onsite