CalOptima hiring Community Relations Specialist, Sr. in Parkway, California, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

CalOptima Health is seeking a highly motivated an experienced Community Relations Specialist, Sr. to join our team. The Community Relations Specialist Sr will represent CalOptima Health in the community and to community-based organizations. The incumbent will be responsible for planning and coordinating community outreach activities, including quarterly networking forums, community town hall meetings, stakeholder meetings/educational seminars and health fairs. The incumbent will serve as a subject matter expert for CalOptima Health’s programs and services and the Community Relations department’s processes and procedures. The incumbent will assist management with program development, implementation and monitoring of new and existing projects for the Community Relations department. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting management with special projects that support the organization’s initiatives, CalOptima Health-led meetings and events with key stakeholders and other projects as assigned. The incumbent will support all levels of leadership and key stakeholders within the organization and in the community.

Position Information

• Department: Community Relations
• Salary Grade: 308 - $64,165 - $102,664 ($30.85 - $49.3577)
• Work Arrangement: Partial Telework
• This position is eligible for telework in California.**

Duties & Responsibilities

• 85% - Program Support
• Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability.
• Develops, implements and oversees CalOptima Health’s Community Relations’ projects, activities and events that have high visibility in the community, delegates responsibilities to staff, evaluates progress and provides feedback.
• Leads projects and staff in manager’s absence.
• Organizes and plans workshops, presentations and large/special events.
• Collects data and generates reports to monitor and achieve the department’s metrics (e.g., provides detailed participation reports regarding members and stakeholders).
• Progresses new strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and identifies opportunities to expand outreach and educational efforts with a focus on serving our Asian Pacific Islander and Latino membership.
• Represents CalOptima Health in assigned community meetings, advisory groups, committees and coalitions to develop and enhance community partnerships.
• Steers CalOptima Health’s collaborative meeting as a convener for key stakeholders serving the Asian Pacific Islander and Latino community.
• 10% - Administrative Support
• Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department.
• Collaborates with CalOptima Health’s internal departments to maintain positive stakeholder relationships, cultivates support for CalOptima Health’s initiatives and programs and generates leads for outreach and enrollment staff.
• Communicates major community developments and issues to senior management and other internal departments.
• 5% - Completes other projects and duties as assigned.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, public relations, health and human services or related field required.
• 4 years of experience in community health, public relations or community-based organizations, including planning and organizing large-scale public events required.
• 4 years of experience establishing and building effective relationships with non-profits, faith-based/school-based, family resource centers, elected officials and county agencies required.
• 4 years of experience with project management, staff development and providing training to external entities required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above may also be qualifying.
• Bilingual in English and in one of CalOptima Health's defined threshold languages (Arabic, Farsi, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese) required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public relations, health and humans, public health or related field.

Required Licensure / Certifications

• Valid driver’s license and vehicle or other approved means of transportation, an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance will be required for work away from the primary office 35% of the time or more.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Develop rapport and establish and maintain effective working relationships with CalOptima Health's leadership and staff and external contacts at all levels and with diverse backgrounds.
• Work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Work a flexible schedule; available to participate in evening and weekend events.
• Organize, be analytical, problem-solve and possess project management skills.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and in an efficient manner.
• Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration.
• Motivate and lead multi-program teams and external committees/coalitions.
• Utilize computer and appropriate software (e.g., Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job specific applications/systems to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment.

Physical Requirements (With Or Without Accommodations)

• Ability to visually read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Ability to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects, patients and/or equipment 10 to 25 pounds

Work EnvironmentIf located at the 500, 505 Building or a remote work location:

• Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

If Located At PACE

• Work is typically indoors in a clinical setting serving the frail and elderly.
• There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud.

If Located In The Community

• Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed.
• Employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied temperatures.
• There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud.

About CalOptima HealthCalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents. Our motto — "Better. Together.” — is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community’s health. We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring. CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County’s best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization. It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay!

About Our Benefits & Wellness OptionsAt CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Monday or Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. For those who are interested in additional retirement savings, employees have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options. For more information, please click on the 2024 CalOptima Health Benefits Guide regarding our comprehensive benefits and wellness package.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONSApplications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is May 28, 2024 at 9:00 PM (PST). Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.The selection process may include, but is not limited to, a skills assessment, phone screen and interview.The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and if applicable also pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug screening). Internal CalOptima Health applicants should apply through InfoNet.

Communication regarding your application will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email, including your SPAM folder, regularly throughout the recruitment process. You can also visit your candidate portal to receive the most up to date status of your application.

CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together.

CalOptima Health is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.

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