Assistant Director of Outreach and Secondary Education

Join our team as the Assistant Director of Outreach and Secondary Education! In this dynamic role, you'll provide programmatic and administrative management to support the goals and objectives of ECI- AHEC. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional who can prioritize multiple tasks and work independently. You'll need to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, showcasing your excellent planning, organization, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of health professions, medical terminology, pedagogy, and the health workforce, along with exceptional written and oral communication skills. High ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, and courteousness are a must. You'll also be able to attend instructor training programs, such as American Heart Association CPR/ BLS Instructor Certification and Mental Health First Aid Instructor Certification.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook is required. The role involves standing and walking for extended periods during programs and activities, and the ability to lift and move training materials weighing over 50 pounds. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are essential.

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Provide programmatic and administrative management of activities that support ECI- AHEC goals and objectives.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in education, community health, healthcare administration, a health profession, human services, or related area.

At least one year of experience in curriculum development, project management, delivery or evaluation of health-related or educational programs for middle/high school students and/or adult learners.

Master's degree in a health/medical profession, education, public or business administration.

Undergraduate or graduate students.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Implement curriculum and training programs to meet the education and training needs of high school students in the East Central Indiana region for health careers promotion and preparation.

Manage partnerships with high school guidance counselors, health and science teachers, school-to-work personnel, workforce development staff, and other key career recruitment stakeholders.

Engage with school administrators, teachers, counselors, HOSA Future Health Professionals ( HOSA) chapters, and community partners to identify students and support student matriculation into a health career with special emphasis on engaging students with economic need from rural health professional shortage areas.

Conduct and promote a variety of health careers summer camps annually across the 10-county region.

In consultation with the Director, implement curriculum and training programs addressing one or more of the core AHEC topic areas to meet the education and training needs of health care professionals in the East Central Indiana region.

Establish partnerships with public and private college/university's Offices of Admissions, Financial Aid, Recruitment and Retention, Freshmen Advising, etc.

Work with and ensure compliance with commitments to the Indiana University School of Medicine, Indiana AHEC Network Office, Indiana State Department of Health, Ball State University, Health Resource and Service Administration and all other funding sources.

In consultation with the Director, assist with the management of a longitudinal East Central Indiana AHEC Scholars Program using a defined set of clinical, didactic, and community-based training activities.

In consultation with the Director, assist with community-based training in rural and under-served areas through field placements and clinical rotations for health professions students.

In consultation with the Director, assist with the development of experiential training experiences for health professions students that are team-based and include a formal, didactic component addressing one or more of the core AHEC topic areas includinginter-professional education; behavioral health integration; social determinants of health; cultural competency; practice transformation; and current and emerging health issues.

Complete administrative tasks related to the daily operations of the ECI- AHEC office including, but not limited to: Facilitating staff and participant travel arrangements and reimbursements; managing ECI- AHEC supply orders in the university purchasing system; conducting evaluations of programs using the Indiana AHEC Network evaluation and reporting systems; processing payments and reimbursements to vendors, students, and community partners; etc.

Perform other related duties as assigned by Director.

For nominations and questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Kyla McKillip, Interim Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition, at work@bsu.edu .

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.