Posted in Other 30+ days ago.
Type: Full Time
Manager, Social Determinants
Job ID
2020-87774
Department
Social Determinants
Site
HMH Hospitals Corporation
Job Location
US-NJ-Edison
Position Type
Full Time with Benefits
Standard Hours Per Week
40
Shift
Day
Shift Hours
8;30-5:00
Weekend Work
No Weekends Required
On Call Work
No On-Call Required
Holiday Work
No Holidays Required
Overview
How have you impacted someone's life today? At Hackensack Meridian Health our healthcare teams are focused on changing the lives of our patients by providing the highest level of care each and every day. From our hospitals, rehab centers and occupational health teams to our long-term care centers and at-home care capabilities, our complete spectrum of services will allow you to apply your skills in multiple settings while building your career all within New Jersey's premier healthcare system.
The Social Determinants Program Manager, will lead and manage the team of Community Health Workers (CHWs) and the Program Coordinator to deliver community based support to high-risk low-income patients to help them reach their health goals.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Manager, Social Determinants at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
Recruit CHWs through engaging with local community organizations.
- Organize and implement CHW training.
- Lead a team of CHWs who will work with hundreds of patients each year, assisting patients with getting medical care, setting and achieving health goals, and helping them stay healthy.
- Support, coach and mentor CHWs to ensure they provide do their best work for patients.
- Create and Analyze reports to ensure your CHWs are doing a good job achieving the program goals.
- Integrate CHWs with care teams working in clinics and hospitals,
- Facilitate team meetings and support groups for patients.
- Manages the operating budget for area of responsibility. 9. Attend a paid training program.
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- 3 years of leadership experience with a non-profit or community based organization.
- Masters in Social Work or Masters in Public Health or equivalent required.
- 3 years of experience with clinical social work or case management.
- Excellent understanding of the healthcare and social service systems including processes for enrolling in public benefits.
- Knowledge of the resources and community-based organization in Middlesex, Somerset,Union, and Northern Monmouth counties
- Ability to analyzing reports and using data to drive performance results.
- Ability to exercise judgment in the application of professional services.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to carry out written and oral instructions.
- Passion for improving the lives of low-income individuals and families.
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- Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- LSW/MSW preferred.
- Must be proficient in MS Word and computer data entry.
- Prior experience as an outreach worker a plus
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
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Meridian Health is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action and will not discriminate in the recruitment or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, veteran status and any other category protected by federal or state law.
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