Job Description

Department:

37371 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

M-F / 8-5 some nights and weekends

Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Manager I Cancer Education Specialist plays a critical role in advancing the mission of the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center (AHWFBCCC) by reducing cancer burden across its 30-county catchment area through evidence-based education prevention and research awareness. Serving as a trusted liaison between the cancer center and community partners this role delivers culturally responsive cancer education supports bi-directional community engagement and promotes early detection screening and access to research opportunities. Frequent travel throughout the 30-county catchment area is required including some evenings and weekends.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree with two years of relevant experience required.

Masters degree in Health Administration Business Administration or related field preferred.

Two years experience in project management program management development administration or supervisory experience required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Community Cancer Education & Outreach
Deliver evidence-based cancer education focused on prevention early detection screening and access to care.
Support and participate in outreach initiatives health fairs and signature events across the catchment area.
Provide culturally responsive presentations workshops and group education tailored to community needs and priorities.

Community Engagement & Partnership Support
Represent AHWFBCCC and COE as a trusted professional presence in the community.
Support relationship-building with community organizations faith-based partners healthcare providers and other stakeholders.
Incorporate community feedback and lived experience into education activities to support bi-directional engagement.
Research Education & Engagement
Increase community awareness of research opportunities including clinical trials through education and outreach.
Support research engagement efforts by participating in consultations and community-facing education activities.
Assist with facilitating community participation in research engagement activities as appropriate.
Documentation Data & Reporting
Accurately document education and outreach activities in required tracking systems in alignment with COE and CCSG expectations.
Support data collection activity reporting and evaluation efforts for grants and quality improvement initiatives.
Compliance Safety & Quality
Promote continuity of care by facilitating appropriate referrals and warm handoffs to screening navigation or clinical teams.
Adhere to institutional ethical regulatory and cultural standards in all education and engagement activities.
Maintain high standards for accurate respectful and culturally appropriate cancer education.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification or similar public health related certification preferred but not required.
Bilingual (Spanish preferred).
Professional Competencies and Skills
Strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills with ability to work effectively with patients families and clinical teams.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to function effectively under fluctuating workloads and time-sensitive conditions.
Demonstrated professionalism teamwork and cultural humility.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Flexibility with work schedule and location.

Frequent travel throughout the catchment area is required including some evenings and weekends.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs competitive compensation generous retirement offerings programs that invest in your career development and so much more so you can live fully at and away from work including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g. full-time part-time per diem temporary etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Required Experience:

IC

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Work at office, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift

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