Health Program Specialist

SCOPE:

The Health Program Specialist is responsible for a range of programmatic and administrative functions to ensure Refugee Medical Screening (RMS), Refugee Medical Assistance (RMA), Refugee Health Promotion and health-related local and state coordination activities move forward as effectively and efficiently as possible. This position reports to the Statewide Coordinator Refugee Health Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

·       Maintain all program management materials including: policy & procedure manuals, forms, program assessments, pre-service questionnaires and reports.

·       Process all RMA applications.

·       Develop and provide program-specific trainings and technical assistance opportunities for sub-grantees.

·       Review and request payment for all procurement contract and sub-grantee invoices.

·       Implement community and beneficiary assessments and other program evaluation tools.

·       Enter all program data into KSOR’s program management database, ETO, in a timely manner.  Make recommendations for ETO enhancements and program reports to improve data analysis.

·       Conduct regular desk monitoring of program activities.

·       Draft content for donor reports.

·       Identify opportunities for program growth. Provide support with the development of funding proposals.

·       Assist in planning and carrying-out annual monitoring visits.

·       Meet with clients with grievances and help triage client concerns brought to KSOR.

·       Assist with special projects requiring research and analysis of various forms of refugee health information.  

·       Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Health Administration or related field a plus

·       2+ years’ related professional experience in social services, preferably refugee resettlement.

·       Experience working with underserved populations strongly preferred.

·       Experience working in a clinical or public health office setting a plus.

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·       Proven ability to develop and cultivate community relationships to support client-focused solutions.

·       Proven ability to work as a team member in a cross-cultural environment.

• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Ability to effectively work with a variety of community partners through telephone, email and other correspondence.
• Solid computer skills: facility with MS office suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and email/internet software required.   

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires new hires to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for any in-office or hybrid positions.  All IRC US offices require full vaccination to attend any in-office functions (e.g., meetings, trainings).

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity.  We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

US Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits.  In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.          

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