Communications Specialist-hybrid

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

Reporting to the Director of Creative Services and working closely with all members of the Communications team and other departments, this positon will be responsible for a portfolio of activities, including design, production and distribution of marketing collateral and materials, such as fact sheets, brochures, newsletters, and other documents; media outreach; vendor coordination; ordering materials for events; working with internal subject matter experts to craft compelling stories for use in marketing materials, including video testimonials; Plan, lead and manage community and special events; Manage projects through entire process to achieve objectives and measure results; Serve as a communications resource to all departments and sites throughout Moses/Weitzman Health System; Understand and stay abreast of issues, both external and internal, that impact CHC. The position requires a person fluent in spoken and written Spanish and will include the ability to to translate materials into Spanish.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Experience with Adobe Illustrator and InDesign
• Experience writing newsletters, blogs and press releases
• Experience with event management support
• Experience working with various vendors and community partners
• Highly organized and skilled in handling administrative tasks
• Excells at juggling multiple priorities at once

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a fluent in written and spoken Spanish and must pass a language exam to be administered by phone by ALTA Language Services, Inc. during the interview process.

B.A. required

1-3 years of relevant work experience.

Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing environment and possess high personal motivation, optimism, a strong work ethic, flexibility, and creativity.

The ability to work independently and collaboratively to drive multiple projects on deadline and within budget.

Excellent speaking and writing skills.

Experience in a healthcare setting preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work may at times include outdoor events. Nights and weekend work may be required from time to time depending on event calendar. This is a hybrid role.

Confidentiality of Information

Confidentiality of business information is a requirement. Confidentiality must be maintained according to CHC policies

Organization Information:

The Moses/Weitzman Health System is a global leader addressing challenges faced by organizations caring for the poor and diverse populations, and is home to programs focusing on education, research, and process improvement support for safety net providers. The system delivers primary care to more than 150,000 patients in Connecticut, and extends access to specialty care for more than 2.5 million individuals across the U.S. It is a national accrediting body for organizations training advanced practice providers, and offers accredited education and training for Medical Assistants in multiple states. As an incubator for new ideas in areas including social justice, the environment, and social determinants of health, the MWHS is addressing challenges faced by providers caring for underserved communities, creating innovative and impactful initiatives led by nationally and internationally recognized experts. As it forges pathways into the future of primary care, the MWHS honors Lillian Reba Moses (1924-2012), a granddaughter of slaves, and Gerard (Gerry) Weitzman (1938-1999), whose ancestors escaped pogroms in Eastern Europe. Their vision and commitment to justice and equity in healthcare is the foundation upon which the Moses/Weitzman Health System was built.

Location:

Knowledge and Technology Center

City:

Middletown

State:

Connecticut

Time Type:

Full time