Description

Department:

Location:
Non-Campus Other
Time Type:
Part time
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Req ID:
R107520
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 4 (Hourly)
Position Description:

The Community Health Coordinator IV (CHC) in the School of Medicine will be a key part of the Community Engagement and Outreach Core, supporting the $11.7 million CTRD grant through the Louisville Clinical and Translational Research Center (LCTRC) at the University of Louisville. As a community liaison, the CHC will build meaningful connections with local residents, amplify community voices, and bridge the gap between academic researchers and community members. This position focuses on empowering the community through education, resource connection, and collaboration with academic scientists to advance community-centered research. The focus area for this position will be in the Owensboro region with potential expansion throughout the Commonwealth.

This is a part time grant funded position with continued employment contingent on grant renewals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and nurture trusting relationships with local community members and groups.
• Communicate community concerns to the research team and grant leadership.
• Connect researchers and community members through outreach and engagement.
• Attend events, engage organizations, and promote grant initiatives.
• Assist in planning workshops, health literacy events, and resource fairs.
• Share research findings and health-related information in an accessible way.
• Represent and ensure community concerns are addressed by the research team.
• Help recruit and assist community members for health programs.
• Maintain records of outreach efforts and provide feedback for program improvements.
• Assist the Community Health Research Coordinator, Community Engagement and Outreach Core leaders, LCTRC leaders, and community partners as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Community Health Worker (CHW) or willingness to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Knowledge of public health principles, social determinants of health, and community-based research.
• Experience with community engagement or outreach programs.
• Familiarity with the Owensboro region
• Experience working with diverse populations in a community setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with community members and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic data entry.
• Access to reliable transportation for community-based activities.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and professional references to the UofL Career Site at https://uofl.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UofLCareerSite.

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.