Community Events and Programs Manager - Celiac Program

Direct, organize, and oversee the programmatic development of the Celiac Disease Program in collaboration with medical leadership. Works to integrate community needs into clinical infrastructure. Collaborates with local schools, community leaders, national foundations and local businesses to help partner in Celiac disease education and advocacy. Guide the development of educational resources for the community including webinars, web-based resources, in-person events.

• Partner with SCH Medical Team (Led by Dale Lee, MD): Plan quarterly patient/family support groups and broader regional support network infrastructure. Lead and develop opportunities for the Celiac Youth Leadership Council. Guide the develop of programs to support the psycho-social needs of children and families with Celiac disease. Oversee programs focusing on equity/food-insecurity around the gluten-free diet, including the Gluten-free Kitchen Starter Kit program, the Celiac Program Family Support Fund program, and Celiac Holiday Celebration Fund.

• Partner with SC External Affairs and Community Relations: Identify opportunities for local/regional/national advocacy on policies/infrastructure involving food insecurity, the cost of gluten-free foods, food allergen awareness, and support for youth with chronic medical conditions.

• Partner with the SCH Foundation and Guild Association: To identify and support fundraising and outreach opportunities (including the yearly "Running from Gluten 5K event"), Refer prospective donors and regularly communicate needs and funding opportunities appropriate for philanthropy. Support the stewardship of donors at all levels by articulating outcomes supported by philanthropy (i.e. how many families able to be reached with Gluten-free Kitchen Starter Kit and Celiac Program Family Support Fund), Partner with center leadership to develop a vision for how to best integrate a culture of philanthropy into clinical/programmatic infrastructure.

This is a limited-term position slated for 2 years.

  

Required Education and Experience
- Experience and dedication to bringing community voice to health-related programs and practices and demonstrated knowledge and history of authentic community engagement practices.
- Basic knowledge of population health and monitoring and evaluation of community health and community engagement programs.
- Basic knowledge in nutrition and gluten-free diet
- Working knowledge of health care delivery systems, community-based organizations, social and other determinants of health.
- Commitment to Seattle Children’s values of collaboration, compassion, equity, excellence, innovation and integrity and able to embrace different perspectives and the uniqueness of others.

Preferred
- At least 3 years experience in health communication and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of advocacy.
- Experience with advocacy and education within the Celiac disease community
- Experience in program planning and business development.

Compensation Range

$28.44 - $42.66 per hour

Salary Information

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Benefits Information

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.  Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.

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