Workforce Development Consultant

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Workforce Development Consultant is responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive workforce development strategies that align with organizational goals and enhance team member skills and capabilities. This role involves assessing current workforce skills, identifying future training needs, and developing programs that foster a culture of continuous learning and growth. The
Consultant will collaborate with regional internal stakeholders, educational institutions, community organizations, and workforce development agencies to identify current and future talent needs, design targeted programs, and build strong pipelines of qualified candidates. This role champions a safe and inclusive work environment and fosters the development of extraordinary careers.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Required Education:

 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field

 

Required Experience:

 

• Five or more (5+) years of workforce development experience
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing workforce development programs
• Experience working with educational institutions, community organizations, and workforce development agencies
• Experience working in a large, complex organization

 

Preferred

Qualifications

:

 

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field
• Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) certification
• Workforce development experience in the healthcare industry
• Experience in grant writing and securing funding for workforce development initiatives
• Healthcare recruitment or talent acquisition experience