Program Specialist (Part Time)

Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Part time

Department:

CC017225 Patient Family Centered Care

Summary:

The Program Specialist works under the direction of the Director of Volunteer Engagement and Child Health Resources to implement, coordinate, and evaluate programs within the Family Resource Center. This role supports health education, injury prevention, and family resource initiatives through direct engagement with patients, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners. Responsibilities include program administration, visitor education, inventory management, data management, and continuous quality improvement activities. The Program Specialist maintains current knowledge of evidence-based practices and supports the mission of improving child and family safety, wellness, and access to resources.

Additional Information:

Coordinates health education programs and training of community partners. Maintains resources for projects, team development, team meetings coordination, data entry and analysis. Also maintains up-to-date knowledge of advances and understanding of injury-related risks and protective factors.

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; Or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Recommended Education:

Required Work Experience:

Related Field - 2 years of experience

Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:

Drivers License - Arkansas Department of Motor Vehicles

Recommended Certifications:

Description

1. Administers programs under direction, including maintenance of best practice knowledge, participant recruitment, training development, and event logistics.

2. Creates community engagement by identifying key stakeholders, building relationships, and participating in or leading community events/activities.

3. Conducts program evaluation, quality improvement and data management.

4. Represents AC in partnerships addressing mechanism-related task forces and coalitions.

5. Performs other duties as assigned.

Arkansas Children's ( is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

Arkansas Children's is driven by four core values-safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence-which inform every action.

Arkansas Children's Hospital has received Magnet Status ( from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report ( for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Children's has met the unique needs of children. But we're more than just a hospital treating sick kids-our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Children's Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state's only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children's Northwest ( provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

"Arkansas Children's is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children's, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better." Michael - Business Operations Manager

"Arkansas Children's Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children." Linda - Information Systems Analyst

"We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children." Angela - Parking and Fleet Coordinator

"Care, love, and hope for children!" Kathy - Administrative Assistant

"When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children's Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!" Nick - Supply Assistant

Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.