Health Programs Specialist (PHIDH)
About The Position
The Health Programs Specialist will support the Public Health Institute at Denver Health’s Engaging Youth Expertise (EYE) for Prevention program. EYE for Prevention is a youth-led, trauma-informed coalition that engages Youth Leaders ages 13–24 who have personal or family experience with mental health or substance misuse. The coalition co-creates interventions addressing youth behavioral health concerns, including vaping, substance use, and overdose prevention. The specialist coordinates grant program activities, develops work plans, tracks activities and deliverables, and assists with grant budgets, subcontracts, and compliance. The role also supports reporting, project expertise, meetings and events, partnerships, community engagement, and participation in community boards and coalitions. The position works across Denver Health and Denver Public Health to coordinate program goals and timelines.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, or an associate’s degree and 5 years of related experience, or a high school diploma/GED and 7 years of related experience.
- Two years of program coordination experience or experience in healthcare or a related field.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with cross-content and cross-disciplinary staff.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of and ability to communicate in public settings and conduct community outreach and educational programs.
- Ability to facilitate effective, collaborative meetings that are engaging, informative, well-organized, and instructive.
- Ability to monitor and assess program progress and adapt as necessary to achieve optimal results.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and implement grant program activities.
- Determine work plans, track activities, and monitor deliverables.
- Assist with management of grant budgets and subcontracts and ensure compliance.
- Monitor and track subcontractor activities, implementation, and compliance as assigned.
- Prepare required reports for management, funders, and the community.
- Provide content-area expertise to the project team.
- Facilitate meetings and events.
- Develop and maintain effective partnerships using a collaborative leadership approach.
- Develop and support community and partner engagement.
- Ensure efforts are equitable, inclusive, and supportive of diversity.
- Attend and actively participate in community boards and coalitions.
- Work collaboratively across Denver Health and Denver Public Health, as needed, to coordinate program goals within required timelines.
- Identify new partnership opportunities.
- Participate in cross-training and cross-coverage as needed and determined by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick time, and 7 holidays.
- 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks.
- Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
- Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and RESTORE Center.
- Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
- Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands and travel.
- Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center, supporting career growth and advancement pathways.
- Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer, with free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the program.
- National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligible employer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
