POSITION TITLE: Program Associate
REPORTS TO: Director of Policy& Programs
STATUS: Full-time, Exempt
REQUIREMENTS: Associate's degree or higher required. At least two (2) years of job-related experience at a non- profit organization or a for-profit setting. Familiarity with healthcare programs for underserved and uninsured populations is a plus. Must be able to periodically travel to and attend off-site meetings.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Dedication to perform meaningful work around healthcare equality. Make a professional contribution in an innovative non-profit atmosphere. Willing to learn something new and share knowledge with others. Able to thrive in a collaborative environment built on creative and innovative problem solving.
SKILLS: Exceptional writing skills in varied formats and lengths; excellent verbal and interpersonal communication abilities. Must be able to interact effectively with diverse population of clients, funders, employees, employers, government representatives, and others. Strong research/information-gathering, analytical and general office skills.
High level Microsoft Office skills are essential, including specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Access Database.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
· Work independently to prioritize tasks and complete projects with inflexible deadlines
· Persuasively present projects from a broad array of program areas
· Prepare and type letters, memos and reports
· Screen incoming mail, all telephone calls, take messages, and schedule appointments
· Process paperwork related to grant activities
· Schedule and prepare for committee meetings for Managers
· Schedule yearly events under the direction of Managers, and other events as called upon
· Schedule outside conferences, travel, and handouts for Managers
· Assist President/Chief Executive Officer as needed
· Establish and maintain files and records
· Maintain FQHC member list, Committee lists and listservs
· Attend various on-site trainings
· Assist with planning and management of events
· Provide press releases and updates to website and chat rooms within assigned subject areas
· Perform other duties, as required
Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience
POSITION TITLE: Workforce Program Manager
REPORTS TO: President and CEO
STATUS: Full-time, Exempt
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree is required and a Master’s degree is preferred in public policy or administration, economics, public health, management, sociology or a related field. At least five years’ experience in program management and coordination in a non-profit setting preferred.
SKILLS: Strong organizational and management skills, demonstrated project planning skills, responsiveness, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely manner. Ability to work with confidential information, commitment to excellence, superior interpersonal and communication skills including conflict resolution, problem-solving, effective team building, and facilitation skills desired.
RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is responsible for NJPCA’s workforce initiative, special population projects, research and data collection projects. Prepare documents and other resource materials for workforce and special population projects, conduct surveys, analyze data and prepare reports. Build and maintain relationships, network and partner with various agencies, health professions schools, universities, and training programs to meet workforce and special population needs. Carry out other roles and responsibilities as assigned by the President/CEO.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Support community health centers across the state in their recruitment and retention efforts through NJPCA’s workforce initiativeUtilize various recruiting tools including the National Rural Recruitment & Retention Network (3RNet) and other web resourcesBuild and maintain relationships and partner with agencies like the National Health Service Corps (NHSC); State Office of Primary Care and Rural Health; Area Health Education centers (AHECs); health professions schools; universities and training programsUpdate and administer NJPCA’s Salary and Benefits Survey, compile data and create summary reportsEnsure timely and accurate reporting required for any grants and/or contractsPlan and host trainings focused on workforce initiatives and special populationsParticipate in career/job fairs representing the NJPCA to showcase job opportunities at New Jersey’s community health centers.Assist in NJPCA’s employee recruitment efforts.Conducts research on emerging health and health policy issues and topics and develop briefings for the President/CEOCollects and analyzes Health Center data and performance reports.Participates in community and organizational activities/events as an official representative of the organizationOrganize and host events, meetings and trainings as part of NJPCA grant deliverablesManage and oversee training and technical assistance (T/TA) activities across all NJPCA programs, maintain training records and provide logistic guidance to NJPCA staff.Must be able to periodically travel to and attend off-site meetings.Provide updates to websitePerform all other duties as requiredCompany DescriptionNew Jersey Primary Care Association, Inc. (NJPCA) is a not-for-profit corporation that represents the organizational providers and affiliates of community-based ambulatory healthcare, specifically focusing on FQHCs in the State of New Jersey. The Association’s primary goal is the expansion and provision of quality, cost-effective and efficient primary healthcare and it seeks new and expanded revenue sources for these services. The NJPCA is committed to fostering collaboration among the Health Centers that ensure access to comprehensive healthcare services.Company DescriptionNew Jersey Primary Care Association, Inc. (NJPCA) is a not-for-profit corporation that represents the organizational providers and affiliates of community-based ambulatory healthcare, specifically focusing on FQHCs in the State of New Jersey. The Association’s primary goal is the expansion and provision of quality, cost-effective and efficient primary healthcare and it seeks new and expanded revenue sources for these services. The NJPCA is committed to fostering collaboration among the Health Centers that ensure access to comprehensive healthcare services. Read Less