Responsibilities:
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Provides direction for the delivery of community health services. Directs and supports program directors to carry out the daily operations for each program and supervision of staff.
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Facilitates data-driven decisions for program improvement and assures the completion of required program reports.
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Project Director for Title V MCH Block Grant.
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Participates in the development of agency budgets and implements approved budget for areas of responsibility. Assists with the grant application processes and other program-related opportunities.
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Oversees managers to ensure adequate staffing levels and maintains a high quality work force. Participates, as needed, in recruitment and terminations, monitoring staff performance, and conducting regular performance assessments including the annual performance appraisal process.
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Ensures staff and programs stay abreast of applicable changes in health care industry impacting programs and practices. Provides professional guidance to staff regarding agency policies and procedures.
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Monitors on an on-going basis national, state, and other identified health indictors that reflect the health of the Polk County community. Utilizing the data, tailor programs to improve the health of the community
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Assists the CEO in evaluating agency programs, policies, and services. Participates in the development of business plans and in the strategic planning process.
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Participates as a member of the EveryStep senior leadership team.
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Participates in professional activities (i.e. continuing education, publication, and research) and stays abreast of findings, practices and recommendations in the field of public nursing and community health services.
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Represents the agency at meetings and committees and participates in public relation and community activities that promote the organization’s role as an effective member of the health care delivery system.
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Complies with accepted professional standards and principles and carries out the mission and vision of EveryStep.
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Participates on Advocacy Team and attends Legislative functions on a routine basis.
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Performs other functions other duties as assigned.
Leadership Standards:
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Complies with all established policies, procedures and guidelines, including state and federal regulations, to assure safe practices and quality services.
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Ensures stewardship of financial resources.
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Represents the organization in a professional manner and promotes a culture of integrity, respect, compassion, excellence and teamwork.
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Establishes and maintains collaborative professional relationships within the organization and community.
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Engages in opportunities for professional and leadership development.
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Demonstrates ability to handle multiple priorities in an organized manner, make timely decisions, and exercise sound independent judgment.
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Demonstrates commitment to continuous quality/performance improvement through development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the balanced scorecard.
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Recruits, hires and retains talented, qualified staff who share the organization’s values.
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Clearly communicates roles, responsibilities, performance standards and expectations to staff.
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Ensures staff have the necessary training and skills needed to be effective team members.
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Regularly checks in with staff to provide constructive feedback and discuss progress towards goals, offering coaching, support or guidance as needed.
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Clearly communicates organization objectives to staff, preserving confidentiality as needed.
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Conducts timely performance reviews according to organization policy.
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Addresses performance or conduct issues immediately and provides effective counseling and corrective action as needed.
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Recognizes and celebrates staff accomplishments and exceptional performance and services.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the scope of the position (Public or Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Nursing, Social Work, etc). Masters Preferred but not required.
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At least ten years of upper-management experience in community relations, marketing, governmental relations, public relations and/or public administration.
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Knowledge of public health professional principles and practices. Knowledge and experience in management, including supervision, budget development, and grant writing
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Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate community health services
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Ability to supervise and work with a multi-disciplinary staff (nursing and non-nursing positions) and have ability to work as a team member of several multi-disciplinary teams. Ability to lead people through rapid change
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Ability to meet and communicate effectively with personnel from other agencies, the public, medical staff, and the community
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Ability to exercise independent judgment and work
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Knowledge of principles and methods involved in planning and directing programs and services
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Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
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Current understanding of changes occurring in the health care system.
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Ability to accept and effectively work with diverse populations and cultures.
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Ability to comply with accepted professional standards and ethical guidelines
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Must have valid driver's license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation if driving is required
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Successful completion of pre-employment physical, drug screen, 2-step TB test and background check
Working Conditions:
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Physical requirements: Sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally, and/or a small amount of force frequently to move objects, including the human body
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Physical activities: Talking, Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Fingering (picking, pinching, typing, etc.), Visual acuity (field of vision for analyzing data, viewing computer, using measurement devices, operating machines, determining accuracy or neatness, and/or making general observations)
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Environment: Work is primarily performed in a climate controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential
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Time: Ability to be flexible with a varying schedule and programmatic requirements
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Travel: Required between locations
These characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. You may be required to perform other duties to meet the on-going needs of the organization.
EveryStep is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are implemented without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information or on the basis of age or physical or mental disability unrelated to ability to perform the work required.
About EveryStep
One of Iowa’s oldest nonprofits, EveryStep has provided health care and community services since 1908. Our team of experts are driven by a single purpose - to care for people and connect them with support at every step of their journey. Each year, we help thousands of Iowans cope in times of crisis and move forward with stability, dignity, and hope.
The diversity and breadth of our programs ensure that we can meet a variety of needs at once and provide ongoing assistance over time. More than 30 programs and services:
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Deliver in-home care to people who are ill, injured, or facing the end of life
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Offer compassionate support to families experiencing grief and loss
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Assist new and expecting parents and support the healthy development of young children
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Help Iowans navigate complicated health care and social systems
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Walk alongside refugees and immigrants arriving in our community
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Bring wellness services to places where people are
Serving Iowa from 11 locations, nearly 400 employees and hundreds of volunteers are committed to EveryStep’s mission: We empower individuals, support families, and strengthen communities. There is at least one EveryStep program available to residents in every Iowa county. Every program is important and contributes to our mission.
EveryStep is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are implemented without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information or on the basis of age or physical or mental disability unrelated to ability to perform the work required.