NW HomeStart Inc Hiring for Health and Financial Engagement Manager Job at Freeport, IL Full Time

The Health and Financial Engagement Manager serves as an informational and educational liaison with communities within a 10-county region of Northern and North-Western Illinois. This position assists in the development and implementation of public financial education and Covid-19 awareness programs to schools, civic groups, non-profits, residential clients, policy makers, regulators, and other stakeholders. This position will work to decrease the economic and health disparities in rural communities by creating a foundation of trust for socially vulnerable populations. The Manager will participate in trainings to assess ongoing Covid awareness needs in differing communities. The Manager will work with HomeStart Counselors/Coaches to provide collaborative Covid Awareness and Financial Empowerment Education throughout the region. The Health and Financial Manager will work closely with the Illinois Primary Health Care Association, Local Health Departments, and Community Based Organizations to provide wrap-around services to clients.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Plan and implement IVAX program throughout the region.

· Collaborate with senior leadership to develop growth strategies, focusing on rural outreach, partnerships and referrals.

· Build relationships throughout diverse rural communities and when appropriate, participate in direction setting events with community organizations

· Build rapport and connection with clients in an empathetic manner.

· Direct customer service activities that increase Financial Empowerment client and workshop numbers

· Serve on Regional Advisory Committee

· Complete training courses, as needed

· Collects data for the program by being accurate and timely in documentation of client encounters and educational events

· Protect HIPAA and Financial information of clients participating in educational workshops and events

· Participate in all IPHA required meetings and trainings

· Required Skills/Abilities:

· Ability to think critically and make decisions based upon information you are provided with.

· Must be Pro-Vaccine oriented

· Must be able to maintain professionalism with clients, coworkers, staff, and partner agencies.

· Transportation and Driver’s License Required

· Trainings for this position require that you be vaccinated against Covid-19.

· Ability to be a self-starter and work independently with limited oversight.

· Ability to communicate affectively by telephone, in person and digital. This includes texting, phone calls, emails, and video conferencing, as necessary.

· Ability to navigate stairs, curbs, or other environmental obstacles.

Education and Experience:

· Must have experience working in community work. This can include advocacy, volunteering, etc.

· Must be willing to see the inherent worth and dignity of each client.

Schedule

The Health and Financial Engagement Manager must be available to work flexible hours (evening and Saturday) to accommodate event and workshop schedules. The Health and Financial Engagement Coordinator may be required to travel nationally to attend training and maintain certifications.

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience. This position is contingent upon the availability of grant funding.

Review of applications begins immediately. This is a limited term position not to exceed April 1, 2023.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $21.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Self-determined schedule

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Freeport, IL 61032: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: One location