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in Hartford, CT
Health Care for the Homeless Program Director
Estimated Pay | $21 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Hartford, Connecticut |
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Job Description
Position Summary:
The Health Care for the Homeless Program Director will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of healthcare services to homeless individuals and families in the Hartford, CT area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare management, as well as experience working with homeless populations.
Essential Position Duties:
· Responsible for planning, coordination, oversight, and implementation of programmatic content, activities, data collection, day-to-day operations, and of staff for COHC’s shelter and mobile van locations.
· Monitor all operations to ensure that all shelter and mobile van sites remain in compliance with regulatory standards pertaining to state licensing, fire and safety codes, infection control, staffing, Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory funding agencies in conjunction with the Compliance department.
· Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer or its designee, create opportunities in the community to reach and educate community clients and partners as well as potential business expansion, marketing and development opportunities.
· Position is also responsible for envisioning, establishing and implementing the “Connection to Care Center” model.
· Through model innovation, the incumbent focuses on enhancing the care delivery model to meet the healthcare needs of the homeless population while tackling areas impacting social determinants of health for the population.
· Develop and implement healthcare programs and services for homeless individuals and families
· Manage a team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and social workers
· Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations and guidelines
· Collaborate with community organizations and government agencies to improve healthcare access for homeless populations
· Develop and manage program budgets
· Provide leadership and guidance to staff members
· Monitor program outcomes and make adjustments as needed
Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in healthcare management or related field.
- At least two years of healthcare, community health center or social services supervisory experience.
- Valid Connecticut driver’s license.
- Experience working with homeless populations.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with community organizations and government agencies.
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and guidelines.
COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIRMENTS:
CHOC requires all new employees to be vaccinated against Covid-19 prior to starting employment with CHS unless they are approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.