Careers

Community Outreach Manager 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Community Outreach Manager directs the Life Improvement Series exercise programs in the 25 counties of the Central Ohio office of the Arthritis Foundation.  This position is also responsible for the community outreach mission of the agency which includes developing and presenting education programs.  The Community Outreach Manager develops new initiatives aligned with the Arthritis Foundation national strategic plan and assists the Director, Community Outreach and other staff with program, development and administrative functions. This position is responsible for managing the exercise and educational programs to ensure strategic objectives are met and works closely with the Director, Community Outreach.

 POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1.       Bachelor’s degree in public health, health promotion, or related course of study.  Outcome measurement and/or program evaluation experience preferred

2.       Must work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate with co-workers as needed

3.       Must possess outstanding written and oral communication skills

4.       Experience in Microsoft Office 2010 preferred.  Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; competent in PowerPoint and Publisher. 

5.       Must have valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation – in-state travel required.  Must work some evenings and weekends.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. or more.

INTERESTED PARTIES

Anyone interested in applying for this position should send a resume and coverletter to Jennifer Robinson (jrobinson@arthritis.org) no later than August 19, 2011. No phone calls please.

Services Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Services Manager coordinates the consumer services of the Arthritis Foundation Central Ohio office (AFCO).  This position also serves as the receptionist and primary point-of-contact for the AFCO.  In addition, the Services Manager answers and directs calls for the Arthritis Foundation Great Lakes Region (AFGLR).  Qualified individuals will be able to manage office and program volunteers as well as assist staff with program, development and administrative functions.  This position is responsible for directing the consumer services of the AFCO as well as managing the regional phone system and works closely with all staff; the Services Manager reports to the Director, Community Outreach.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1.       Bachelor’s Degree in public health, health promotion or related course of study preferred but not mandatory. Will consider individual with Associate’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years professional work experience.

2.       Must work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate with co-workers as needed

3.       Must possess outstanding written and oral communication skills

4.       Experience in Microsoft Office 2010 preferred.  Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; competent in PowerPoint and Publisher. 

 INTERESTED PARTIES

Anyone interested in applying for this position should send a resume and coverletter to Jennifer Robinson (jrobinson@arthritis.org) no later than August 19, 2011.  No phone calls please.