(Remote/Part-Time) Program Implementation and Workforce Development Specialist - School of Public Health Office of Health Services Research

The School of Public Health Office of Health Services Research at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Remote/Part-Time) Program Implementation and Workforce Development Specialist.

About the Opportunity

The West Virginia University Office of Health Services Research (OHSR) seeks a highly motivated professional to support implementation of evidence-based and supportive programming for diabetes management and prevention across West Virginia. This position will work in close collaboration with primary care systems, safety-net clinics, and community-based partners to strengthen the diabetes workforce, improve access to services, and support improved health outcomes in alignment with the West Virginia Bureau for Public Health's CDC-RFA-DP-23-0020 Diabetes Grant. This is a remote position with required in-state travel to health systems and community partners.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits at a pro-rated basis, including:
* Paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
* Annual leave (vacation) days per year
* Sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
* WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits (this position is a benefits-eligible, staff position)
* 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
* Wellness programs

What You'll Do

Program Development and Implementation:
* Support the establishment of accredited DSMES services and other diabetes support programs in priority areas.
* Assist existing programs in tailoring recruitment, retention, and instructional strategies to better serve priority populations.
Workforce Development:
* Assess the existing diabetes workforce and identify strategies for recruitment, training, and retention of the workforce.
* Develop leadership capacity among program facilitators, lifestyle coaches, and other workforce members engaged in DSMES, diabetes support, and National DPP delivery.
Partnership Building and Technical Assistance:
* Facilitate partnerships between healthcare organizations and community-based organizations to expand program reach and improve care coordination.
* Provide technical assistance on evidence-based diabetes programming, workforce development, and program implementation.
* Assist in developing workflows, referral systems, and sustainable practices to integrate evidence-based diabetes care into existing systems.
Outreach, Recruitment and Retention:
* Develop and support culturally appropriate materials and recruitment strategies for priority populations.
* Collaborate with health systems to identify eligible patients and facilitate referrals into DSMES, Diabetes Support Programs, and the Diabetes Prevention Programs.
Reporting and Evaluation:
* Document activities for monthly reports.
* Track progress toward scope of work activities, identifying challenges and opportunities for improvement.
* Help maintain a registry of trained program leaders.

• Pay Grade: 17
• Work Hours: 20 Hours Per Week
  

• Bachelor's degree in public health, health education, healthcare administration, or related field or equivalent professional experience.

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience with DSMES, National DPP, or other evidence-based diabetes programs.

• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.

• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience working with primary care systems and safety-net clinics.
• Ability to establish and implement evidence-based health programming.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel in-state for site visits and partner meetings.
• Proficiency in web-based meeting platforms and telephone communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work in workforce development or training program delivery.

• Knowledge of West Virginia's healthcare landscape.

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West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.