Health Program Specialist 3, Health Equity & Accessibility Specialist
Spokane Regional Health District
·6 days ago
- Salary
- $36 – $47/hr
- Location
- Spokane, WA, WA, US
- Workplace
- Remote
- Department
- Healthcare
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Master
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Can you help advance health equity and improve community health outcomes across Spokane County? Do you thrive in collaborative roles that blend strategic planning, community engagement, data-informed decision-making, and equitable communication? If so, we invite you to apply for the HPS3, Health Equity and Accessibility Specialist position with the Spokane Regional Health District.
SRHD is seeking an experienced public health professional to serve as the district's subject matter expert on health equity. This position leads efforts to advance health equity through community engagement, accessibility initiatives, data-informed decision-making, and cross-organizational collaboration.
This full-time role is based at our College Ave Main Campus and has a base range of $36.96-$47.20 per hour, depending on experience.
Who we are:
The Spokane Regional Health District is passionate about public health and considers it a privilege to be able to provide services to the residents of Spokane County. We are one of 35 local public health agencies serving Washington state's 39 counties. We have approximately 280 employees and serve a population of more than 550,000 in Spokane County.
What we do:
The Spokane Regional Health District is organized into six divisions to serve the diverse needs of our community best: Environmental Public Health, Community Health, Treatment Services, Disease Prevention and Response, Administration, and Finance.
Why you should work with us:
SRHD considers it a privilege to serve our community with love, compassion, and generosity. We work hard to create a warm, welcoming, vibrant work environment. This, plus predictable scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package are just a few reasons to join this amazing team!
What you can expect from us:
Working at the Spokane Regional Health District comes with many perks! Along with the opportunity to make a direct impact on your community’s health and well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 37.5-hour work week
- PTO and Holiday Pay
- Pension plan options
- 13 Paid Holidays plus one personal day.
- Paid Vacation (13.5 hours per month).
- Paid Sick Leave (7.5 hours per month).
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive medical benefits
- Career growth and development planning
- And much more…
This position is responsible for assessing efforts within SRHD and overseeing internal efforts and systems to improve equitable health outcomes. This position provides visible leadership within the district and the community on disparate health outcomes, the social determinants of health, the impacts of systemic structures on health outcomes, and the broad policy and community changes needed to achieve health equity. Subject matter expert for health equity.
Some Essential Functions Include:
- Responsible for the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the district health equity goals and priorities.
- Build and maintain relationships with community members, particularly those most affected by health inequities, and the organizations that serve them to ensure their perspectives inform planning and decision-making.
- Lead district efforts to ensure compliance with digital accessibility standards, including maintaining expertise in Washington's Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
- Partner with the Data Center to collect, analyze, and share local data, maps, and reports that highlight health disparities and inequities in Spokane County.
- Develop and provide content for internal and external communications, presentations, reports, media opportunities, and public education efforts related to health equity.
For a complete detailed job description, click here.
Required Qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree in Community Health, Health Promotion, Health Education, Public Health, or a closely related field.
- Five years of related experience including a minimum of one (1) year working in equity/diversity fields and at least two (2) years of experience working in the health and wellness field with diverse community groups.
- Experience with enhancing policy systems and frameworks that address health equity and the social determinants of health.
- Experience with local and surrounding communities.
- Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance.
An equivalent combination of education, experience, and certifications may be considered provided the individual’s background demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A master’s degree in public health
If you share our values, we want to hear from you! For more information about SRHD and to apply online, visit our website at https://www.srhd.org/about-srhd
