American Parkinson Disease Association - APDA Massachusetts Chapter · 1 month ago
Manager of Programs and Community Engagement
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expThe American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is seeking a Manager of Programs and Community Engagement at their Northwest Chapter in Seattle, WA. This role is responsible for day-to-day program delivery, connecting individuals with Parkinson's disease to community resources, and executing educational programs while cultivating relationships within the region.
Government Administration
Hiring Manager
Michelle Kolev
Responsibilities
Respond to public inquiries for information and referrals via phone and email
Develop, plan, and coordinate educational conferences, awareness events, and health and wellness activities
Facilitate the establishment and maintenance of a support group network which includes planning trainings, providing education materials, scheduling speakers, suggesting topics and ideas, sharing news content, assisting with maintaining group success and attendance, and substituting for APDA support group facilitators, as necessary
Distribute APDA literature and educational materials in the community
Evaluate Community Needs Assessment data to determine service needs and develop new programs in response to those needs
Represent APDA by serving as spokesperson at meetings, conferences, the press/media to promote APDA
Create presentations and printed materials
Prepare, maintain, and analyze contact database reports to create metrics, strategies, and tactics for program delivery and assessment
Ensure mission activities appear on public, newspaper, and community calendars
Prepare programmatic articles for the newsletter and provide material for other communications such as the weekly email
Identify program efficiencies and opportunities to better reach underserved communities through provider and community outreach and ongoing program improvements
Cultivate relationships with surrounding non-profit organizations, agencies, community groups and key medical professionals
Maintain a working knowledge of APDA, Parkinson’s disease, research, treatment options and healthcare trends and developments impacting our constituents
Assist in the development and implementation of the Chapter’s annual mission plan and budget that is consistent with organizational priorities and the strategic plan
Ensure the confidentiality and security of all information
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in a community-based, health-related, or social service discipline
Minimum 3 years' experience in healthcare, health education, social service, or related field, designing and delivering community-based patient and caregiver programs and services, preferably in a non-profit setting
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build relationships, network and engage community stakeholders
Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to effectively organize time, work independently, handle confidential material, and work well under pressure
Ability to work in cross-functional teams
Computer proficiency in CRM database management, MS Office/Outlook, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, social media, and marketing platforms
Willingness and ability to travel as required to perform job
Flexibility to work several evenings a month and occasional weekends is required
Knowledge of the local geography, culture, and community
Ability to prospect/cold-call new business relationships; comfortable with networking
Strong computer skills and ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results
Skilled in exercising sound judgment
Highly developed verbal, written, organization and presentation skills, including proofreading and public speaking
Undertake professional and self-development activities to learn new skills
Preferred
Master's Degree preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Life Insurance
Pension
HSA & FSA spending accounts available
Paid time off in addition to standard holidays
Company
American Parkinson Disease Association - APDA Massachusetts Chapter
The Massachusetts Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) works tirelessly every day to support and empower those in our community who are impacted by Parkinson’s disease (PD).
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase