Community Health Program Manager
Blue Cross Blue Shield Kansas

The Community Health Program Manager will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing and managing programs aimed at preventive health, social determinants of health, and health equity to all Kansans. The program manager will collaborate with local, state and national health experts, as well as other internal and external stakeholders, on relevant health issues. This position will leverage existing data tools and wellness programs, as well as research and recommendations, to enhance health outcomes across the state.

**This position will travel up to 25% of the time.

** This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.

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Why Join Us?

• Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans.
• Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees.
• Trust: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas
• Stability: 80 years of commitment, compassion and community
• Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

Compensation

$100,000 - $115,000

Exempt grade 17

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The salary range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive salaries that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.

What you'll do

• Program Development and Management: Design and launch innovative programs and initiatives that address customer needs and market demands. Create program frameworks, define objectives, and establish performance metrics. Define programming, technical guidance, stakeholder engagement, and other special projects.

• Strategy Execution: Implement community health strategies in coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Monitor program effectiveness and make data-driven adjustments to optimize outcomes.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate regularly with local, state and national health experts, as well as other internal and external stakeholders to meet program deliverables.

• Resource Coordination: Manage project resources, including technology, data and financial assets. Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure efficient use of resources and timely project delivery.

• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure that all programs comply with relevant regulations and company policies. Prepare regular reports on program performance, including impact assessments and financial analyses, ensuring outcomes meet goals and objectives.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in preventive health, social determinants of health, and health equity, as well as other relevant health trends which could impact Kansans. Recommend and implement improvements to enhance program effectiveness and customer experience.

What you need

• Bachelor's degree in public health, communications, public relations, economics, education, business, finance, or related area of study, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience. Masters degree in related field preferred.
• Valid DL required

Bonus if you have

• Two years of experience in public health, economic or community development, health policy or health care related fields preferred.
• Two years experience facilitating, managing, organizing and prioritizing multiple projects/priorities of leadership and/or people management preferred.
• Previous experience with statistical, analytical, problem solving, and research preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package
  • Incentive pay program (EPIP)
  • Health/Vision/Dental insurance
  • 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
  • Fertility/Adoption assistance
  • 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
  • 5% 401(k) plan matching
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We believe that embracing diversity and authentically promoting inclusion, equity, and belonging among our team members is crucial to our collective success. By intentionally recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse pool of talent, we cultivate an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request, ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all.

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