Community Health Coordinator IV (Outreach Research )

Community Health Coordinator IV (Outreach Research )

11 Nov 2024
Kentucky, Louisville, 40201 Louisville USA

Community Health Coordinator IV (Outreach Research )

Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 4 (hourly)Position Description:The University of Louisville School of Medicine is seeking a Community Health Coordinator, focus area on Louisville region with potential expansion throughout the Commonwealth. Reporting to Co-Leads, Community Outreach and Engagement Core, NIH Center for Translational Research Center Development (CTR-D). The Community Health Coordinator will oversee and support LCTRC-community health partnerships. This role involves collaborating with organizations and investigators to recruit and retain our target population for essential health needs and priority assessments, as well as clinical and translational research studies. The organizer’s responsibilities will be crucial in assisting LCTRC members and our partners to attain cultural competence regarding health literacy and research that addresses community needs. Full-Time (100% effort or 12 calendar months each in Years 1-5)This position is funded through a grant until 06/30/2029 and subject to the availability of funds.This position is grant funded until 06/30/2029. Continued employment contingent on grant renewals.This is a grant funded position not to exceed 5 years.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations, stakeholders, and LCTRC members to support health initiatives and research projects.Coordinate focus groups or small group interviews to identify and address barriers to community-engaged clinical & translational research.Screen, recruit, retain, follow, and engage target populations for participation in health needs assessments, clinical trials, and translational research studies using traditional approaches and mydatahelps.Organize, coordinate and implement community outreach activities, including educational workshops, health initiatives, community events, and other events aimed at improving health literacy, awareness, and equities, while reducing health disparities.Collaborate with LCTRC investigators and community scientists to design and implement culturally competent health programs and community-engaged research methodologies.Maintain records and prepare reports on the effectiveness of outreach efforts and community engagement activities, providing regular reports to the Co-Leads and Program Evaluator.Assist in the development of materials and resources to support community health education, health awareness, outreach, and engagement.Serve as a liaison between the community and LCTRC researchers, ensuring clear and effective communication.Identify and advocate for community health needs and priorities within the LCTRC framework, contributing to the development of responsive and impactful research initiatives.Stay informed about current trends and best practices in the implementation of health literacy, community health awareness, community-engaged clinical & translational research.Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in public health, social work, community health, or a related field.Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in community health, outreach, or a related area.Strong understanding of public health principles & practices, health literacy, cultural competence, and community engagement principles.Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.Excellent communication skills to engage with diverse communities, stakeholders, researchers and health professionalsCultural sensitivity and awareness to ensure health programs and services respect and respond to diverse community needs and values.Problem-solving skills to identify and address barriers to participation in health initiatives and community engaged researchAbility to work collaboratively with diverse communities and stakeholders.Experience in project management and data evaluation preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, social media platforms, and other relevant software.Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.Assistance and AccommodationsComputers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.

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