Education Program Manager

Women And Children Program ManagerLevel Management Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage None Category ManagementPRIMARY DUTIES: The Women and Children's Program Manager is a leadership position to develop, scale and promote programs that support patients during pregnancy and early parenthood as well as pediatric patients. Such programs aim to improve maternal health outcomes with a specific focus on population health. The Manager's primary objective is to oversee programs that will work to disproportionate differences in health outcomes. Current programs include perinatal education, lactation education and support, maternal behavioral health support, and Centering (group prenatal care). The Manager reviews data at least annually to determine evidence-based interventions and to guide new programs.The ideal candidate is passionate about supporting families before, during and immediately following pregnancy with a specific interest in maximizing support for those who have been historically underserved. This candidate would comfortably be able to create connections with people of varied educational backgrounds and cultures. Lastly, this candidate would have experience in caring for women and babies. Specific duties include:Assist, develop, implement and manage programsDevelop culturally appropriate educational interventions, including targeted health education messages.Facilitate patient access by assisting in scheduling services within WFMAssist patients and potential patients in overcoming barriers to attending scheduled office visitsEvaluate data to develop and pilot evidence-based interventionsCoordinate WFM's involvement in local, regional and national efforts relevant to the focus population, including but not limited to involvement inHealthy Women & Children CoalitionCentering Pregnancy/ParentingAssist the Director of Women's Health in coordination of lactation programs, perinatal education, and centeringAdditional projects as determined by Director of Women's HealthOther duties as assigned by supervisor PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Visual and auditory accuracyShift length - 8 hoursIndoor settingContinuous use of computer and calculatorLong periods of sittingFrequent use of telephoneContinuous repetitive grasping and manipulation of both handsContinuous conversational communicationOccasional reaching, walking, squatting, bending, kneeling, twisting and climbingOccasionally carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling of up to 25 lbs.Occasionally working in confined, noisy, dusty areasFrequent use of personal carUnderstand/carry out simple/detailed, oral/written instructionsMemorize and retain instructionsRead and interpret detailed specificationsQualifications Women and Children Program Manager EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Experience in partnering with and caring for people during pregnancy and early parenthood. Such experience could include but is not limited to lactation support, counseling, or perinatal education. Experience in developing and maintaining partnerships with community-based organizations.? Experience in using data to make evidence-based decisions.? In most cases, a candidate with this experience is likely to have a master's degree. SKILLS: The director should possess:Extensive understanding and appreciation of cultural differences among key subpopulations served by Waco Family MedicineStrong command of and proficiency in written & verbal communications, including effective & efficient presentation skills.Efficiency in organizational and planning skills, as reflected in the abilities to prioritize multiple simultaneous tasks, meet deadlines, and produce timely, accurate, and quality results in a sustainable fashionExcellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong supervisory and leadership skills.Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.Ability to perform in a cross-functional team approach and with shared job responsibilitiesAbility to prioritize work and produce quality, timely work with attention to detailSolid understanding of the organization 's overall mission, history, culture, and objectivesProficiency in problem-solving, strategic plan development, population needs assessment, team leadership, public health education and program process and outcome evaluation.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.