Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

** Must reside in Greater Cincinnati Area**

 

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position  

The Manager, Community Health partners with internal and external stakeholders to identify local community health issues, priorities, and opportunities with an emphasis on health equity, economic and community development, community engagement, holistic health, and well-being. They are responsible for ensuring community health programs meet regulatory requirements, industry best practices and are a collaborative endeavor including community partners and community members. The Manager, Community Health will help initiate and mature programs and partnerships aligned to the organization’s Community Health strategy to maximize the impact of the local community health response. 

 

Essential Job Functions  

Accountable for the overall performance and results of a community health programs, partnerships, and initiatives. Supports the adaptation community health strategy into local plans and priorities. Oversees program team workload and performance.  

Develops effective relationships with community leaders and residents across diverse interests, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds. Continuously engages local stakeholders and community residents to identify local issues, priorities, and opportunities for partnership. Represents the organization at local task forces, community coalitions and advisory groups. 

Partners with Community Health and organization leaders on implementing strategic initiatives that align to system-wide community health objectives and have the potential to innovate and/or diversify local community health commitments, including partnering with Community Health staff to meaningfully incorporate and expand key community-based programs. 

Prepares reports with evaluation metrics to share with senior leadership. Responsible for compiling and reporting community benefit data and ensuring community benefit is properly entered. May lead community health needs assessments (CHNA). 

Based on market needs, may develop funding priorities, application and review processes, and ongoing expectations for funded partners to ensure alignment, outcomes, and impact of community health funding.  

 

 

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

 

Licensing/Certification 

None 

 

Education 

Bachelor's degree in social work, public health, Community Health, Public Policy, or relevant field (preferred) 

 

Work Experience 

3 years of experience in an acute care or community outreach setting (required)  

 

1 year of leadership experience (required) 

 

3 years of leadership experience (preferred) 

 

Training 

None 

 

Language 

Bilingual based on market needs (preferred)  

 

Patient Population  

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. 

 

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. 

 

Working Conditions   

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.     

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.     

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.     

May have periods of constant interruptions.     

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*     

General office environment.     

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.     

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.     

Prolonged periods of working alone 

Other: Evening and weekend hours may be required. 

 

Physical Requirements  

Physical Demands 

Frequency                                              0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100% 

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)                                          X                                                                         

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)                                        X                                                                       

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)                                                          X                                                                    

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)                                                     X                                                                      

Stoop, Kneel                                                                      X                                                                       

Crawling                                                                            X                                                                       

Climbing                                                                            X                                                                        

Balance                                                                               X                                                                       

Bending                                                                               X                                                                      

                                                                                                                                         

Work Position 

Frequency                                               0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100% 

Sitting                                                                                                                 X                                       

Walking                                                                                X                                                                     

Standing                                                                                 X                                                                   

                                                                                                                                      

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards  

Physical Requirements  

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) 
Repetitive arm/hand movements 
Finger Dexterity 
Color Vision 
Acuity - far 
Acuity - near   

                                                              

                                                                       

Skills 

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills: 

Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles.  

Analytical skills 

Strategic thinking and planning  

Knowledge of project management  

 

Soft/Interpersonal Skills: 

Sensitivity and experience in working within different cultures.   

Ability to separate personal from professional interactions with clients and maintain professional/ethical boundaries. 

Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.   

Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.   

Attention to detail 

Communication and Collaboration skills 

Critical thinking 

Teamwork 

Conflict resolution 

Active listening 

Relationship building 

 

 

 

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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What we offer

\n \n Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)\n Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts\n Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders\n Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support\n \n

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com