ROOTS Hub Initiative 2 Lead (Remote NC)

Vaya Health•Monroe, NC

2d•$62,994 - $81,892•Remote

About The Position

The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is a statewide program administered by the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to create sustainable improved access and outcomes for NC citizens living in rural communities, funded by the US Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The ROOTS Hub Initiative 2 Lead reports to the ROOTS Hub Initiatives Manager and is responsible for supporting the implementation and operational oversight of Initiative 2 within NCDHHS’ defined region 3. Initiative 2 focuses on improving prevention and screening services, chronic disease management, maternal health, and nutritional health by scaling evidence-based and community-informed programs across rural communities. This position works collaboratively with healthcare providers, public health agencies, federally qualified health centers, community organizations, and regional stakeholders to improve health outcomes and strengthen preventive care systems across rural communities. The ROOTS Hub Initiative 2 Lead serves as a strategic implementation partner to the ROOTS Hub Initiatives Manager and supports operational planning, stakeholder engagement, reporting, governance activities, community engagement, and implementation monitoring related to Initiative 2 objectives and deliverables. The ROOTS Hub Initiative 2 Lead will play a critical role in ensuring the effectiveness of the Rural Health Transformation Program, requiring high emotional intelligence, discretion, independent judgment, strong written and verbal communication skills, strong project management and performance improvement skills, and experience in contributing to large scale multi-pronged implementation plans and budgets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public health, healthcare administration, nursing, social work, nutrition, or related field required.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience project managing large and complex engagements
Minimum of two (2) years of experience coordinating across different types of stakeholders
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an organization or field that demonstrates an understanding of the healthcare systems, Medicaid and/or Medicare payer systems, clinical and social needs on communities’ and/or populations’ access to health services.
Knowledge of prevention strategies, chronic disease management, maternal health, nutrition, and population health principles
Strong project management and implementation skills
Experience coordinating community health initiatives and cross-sector partnerships
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and facilitation skills
Ability to analyze data and communicate findings effectively
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Knowledge of rural health systems and healthcare disparities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience serving or working on behalf of Medicaid and/or Medicare beneficiaries.
Population health experience and experience with physical health, behavioral health, I/DD and TBI populations preferred.
Certifications in use of project management methodologies preferred
Certification in quality and process improvement preferred

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day implementation activities related to Initiative 2 priorities, action plans, and regional strategies
Coordinate prevention, chronic disease management, maternal health, and nutrition-related initiatives
Support expansion and scaling of evidence-based health improvement programs
Monitor initiative milestones, deliverables, and operational performance
Coordinate implementation activities among healthcare, behavioral health, and social service partners
Identify implementation barriers and recommend operational improvements
Establish ROOTS Hub that connects medical, behavioral health, and social services to improve availability and access to healthcare in rural communities
Coordinate within the organization and with lead anchor partners to ensure all Initiative 2 RHTP responsibilities and requirements are met
Supporting the ROOTS Hub Initiatives Manager to track Vaya’s RHTP plan’s compliance and performance against program-related deadlines and milestones
Support development of program-related reports as outlined by Requirements from NC DHHS
Support region 3 anchors and RHTP subrecipients, implementation partners, and community-based organizations in understanding contracting, invoicing, documentation, reimbursement, reporting, and compliance expectations
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with healthcare providers, public health agencies, community organizations, and implementation partners
Support incorporation of community feedback and regional health priorities into implementation activities
Participate in community engagement activities and ensure community voice is incorporated into implementation planning
Partner closely with project team, finance department, lead anchors and community stakeholders to ensure the milestones and deliverables for RHTP
Foster relationships with rural communities and disproportionately burdened populations
Supporting project plan and providing regular updates to ROOTS Hub Initiatives Manager regarding RHTP successes and challenges
Attend and/or lead RHTP Initiative 2 related meetings
Participate in community health assessments to support the development of needed services
Monitor initiative performance metrics and outcomes
Assist with preparation of reports, dashboards, presentations, and implementation updates
Identify opportunities for improvement and support corrective action planning as needed
Support compliance with NCDHHS requirements and reporting expectations
Collaborate with other Initiative Leads and ROOTS Hub staff to ensure alignment across initiatives
Participate in Hub governance and planning activities
Serve as Initiative 2 subject matter expert as requested