Part-Time PATH4YOU Community Engagement Specialist
Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Overview
OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY (IN-OBGY-IUINA). The mission of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) is to advance the health care of women in the State of Indiana and further impact the quality of women's health care both nationally and abroad. With a steady commitment to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, fellow and resident population to better serve the community, the department is educating the next generation of OB-GYN physicians and improving women's health in Indiana. The department has a long history of outstanding education, clinical care, quality improvement, and basic, clinical and translational research. The IU School of Medicine OB-GYN teaching faculty and appointed clinical faculty at all 9 campuses throughout Indiana are eager to teach and have medical students as part of their teams. PATH4YOU includes a varied team of health care providers and individuals passionate about quality, reproductive care for all. The multidisciplinary team includes physicians, nurses and midwife experts in contraception, reproductive health, adolescent care, shared decision-making and health outcomes.
Responsibilities
Coordinates community outreach in Northern Indiana.
Creates and coordinates connections with community organizations and other information for participant recruitment; assists in developing and sharing education and information resources.
Provides community awareness and recruitment assistance on a project to increase access to contraception within the State of Indiana - PATH4YOU (Pregnancy At A Time that is Happy and Healthy 4 You).
Works on establishing relationships and knowledge of the PATH4YOU program within the Northern Indiana geographic area.
Distributes flyers, postcards, business cards, etc. at locations that would be beneficial to reach potential participants.
Provides in-person or virtual presentations when requested by various referral locations.
Participates and represents PATH4YOU in local events that are applicable to the larger issues of healthcare access and equity.
Represents PATH4YOU at local events as they arise.
Establishes relationships and referral pathways for organizations and individuals to access PATH4YOU services.
Works with local PATH4YOU site partners to promote and facilitate in-office recruitment for PATH4YOU patients as well as garnering support from local establishments.
Represents PATH4YOU at various community events including health fairs, expos, city-based events.
Builds community partnerships and is comfortable with promoting the PATH4YOU project.
Education / Work Experience
Bachelor's degree (preferably in science or health-related field); OR
Associates degree in allied health profession and 1 year of patient-related or research experience; OR
Bachelor's degree in any field; OR
3 years of college-level science
Preferred
Community outreach experience
Skills
Required: Excellent communication skills
Familiar with reading and completion of written and/or typed reports
Ability to left charts and reports
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service orientation
Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information with a wide variety of individuals within a diverse environment
Ability to work as a team player, maintain accurate and organized records, and work with some level of independence
Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications (including Teams, OneDrive, Excel), Zoom and RedCap (preferred)
Excellent collaboration and team building skills
High attention to detail (both written and verbal), ability to concentrate with distractions, problem solving
Strong organizational and multitasking skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities
Instills commitment to organizational goals
Driver's license and reliable mode of transportation
The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Preference will be given to those living in northern Indiana.
Northern Indiana
This is a fully remote position. However, this is subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.
$15.00 per hour, based on departmental equity
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234
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Responsibilities
Coordinates community outreach in Northern Indiana.
Creates and coordinates connections with community organizations and other information for participant recruitment; assists in developing and sharing education and information resources.
Provides community awareness and recruitment assistance on a project to increase access to contraception within the State of Indiana - PATH4YOU (Pregnancy At A Time that is Happy and Healthy 4 You).
Works on establishing relationships and knowledge of the PATH4YOU program within the Northern Indiana geographic area.
Distributes flyers, postcards, business cards, etc. at locations that would be beneficial to reach potential participants.
Provides in-person or virtual presentations when requested by various referral locations.
Participates and represents PATH4YOU in local events that are applicable to the larger issues of healthcare access and equity.
Represents PATH4YOU at local events as they arise.
Establishes relationships and referral pathways for organizations and individuals to access PATH4YOU services.
Works with local PATH4YOU site partners to promote and facilitate in-office recruitment for PATH4YOU patients as well as garnering support from local establishments.
Represents PATH4YOU at various community events including health fairs, expos, city-based events.
Builds community partnerships and is comfortable with promoting the PATH4YOU project.
Education / Work Experience
Bachelor's degree (preferably in science or health-related field); OR
Associates degree in allied health profession and 1 year of patient-related or research experience; OR
Bachelor's degree in any field; OR
3 years of college-level science
Preferred
Community outreach experience
Skills
Required: Excellent communication skills
Familiar with reading and completion of written and/or typed reports
Ability to left charts and reports
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service orientation
Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information with a wide variety of individuals within a diverse environment
Ability to work as a team player, maintain accurate and organized records, and work with some level of independence
Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications (including Teams, OneDrive, Excel), Zoom and RedCap (preferred)
Excellent collaboration and team building skills
High attention to detail (both written and verbal), ability to concentrate with distractions, problem solving
Strong organizational and multitasking skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities
Instills commitment to organizational goals
Driver's license and reliable mode of transportation
The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Preference will be given to those living in northern Indiana.
Northern Indiana
This is a fully remote position. However, this is subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.
$15.00 per hour, based on departmental equity
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234
#J-18808-Ljbffr