Diabetes Prevention Program Manager Jobs in Texas

Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CentroMed is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides healthcare for all populations across the greater San Antonio area.

Founded in 1971 by CEO and President Ernesto Gomez, PHD, CentroMed has grown from a community based program focused on providing culturally competent care for underserved populations, to a network of high quality healthcare clinics across San Antonio and New Braunfels providing full- service health and dental care to all populations, regardless of income limitations.

We are a mission focused organization that wants to be the heart of our communities. We invite you to visit CentroMed and discover how we can be your medical home.

MISSION

We improve lives through improving the well-being of families through high quality, compassionate health care.

CORE VALUES

RESPECT We treat all persons with dignity and compassion  

INTEGRITY We build trust through honesty, word and deed  

EXCELLENCE We use best practices to deliver exceptional quality care 

AFFORDABILITY We manage resources to provide affordable health care 

TEAMWORK We work together as a team in the interest of patient care 

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans 403(B)- Company Match Contributions 
• Basic Life Insurance 
• Basic Life Insurance for your Spouse & Children
• Short & Long-Term Disability 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Employee Assistance (EAP) 
• Travel Reimbursement
• Critical Illness insurance, hospital indemnity, accident insurance - These are additional benefits that fit your needs & lifestyle & help you feel extra protected
• Additional benefits include: 6 paid company holidays, plus (2) extra floating holidays, paid time off/ vacation time, career development opportunities and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work life balance, innovation, & teamwork. 
• Benefits start after 30 days 
• Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment 

POSITION OVERVIEW

• We are searching for our next SUPER STAR ! As the Director for Chronic Disease Prevention program is responsible for the initial start-up of the program with the goal to decrease the rates of morbidity or mortality due to chronic disease as outlined in the program plan. This position is responsible for hiring and training of program staff; and implementation of an evidence-based educational program for diabetes prevention The program is intended to serve 500 participants annually and conduct a minimum of 4,000 one-on-one nutritional sessions with a Registered Dietitian, and participant sessions with lifestyle coaches. The Director for Chronic Disease Prevention program is responsible for achieving program objectives related to the prevention of Type 2 Diabetes. The Director for Chronic Disease Prevention program is responsible for direct reports that includes Register Dietitian(s), Lifestyle Coaches and Customer Service Representatives.  

• The Director of Chronic Disease Prevention will coordinate with the Vice President and Chief Medical Officer on the reporting on program participant's progress to the applicable clinical team who will monitor progress for referred patients and provide additional encouragement and support to the patient. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Program Implementation - Lead the implementation of prescribed evidence-based educational program for prevention of Type 2 Diabetes, to include staff training, development of materials, scheduling sessions and enrollment, engagement, and retention of referred individuals. Responsible for development and implementation of metrics to monitor progress towards program goals. 
• Management of Staff - establish schedules for Registered Dietitian(s) to provide evidence-based educational programs. Promotes patient access and appropriate utilization of program services. Monitors performance of program through defined metrics.    
• Productivity - responsible for implementation and maintenance of schedules for education sessions. Promote environment that supports 100% achievement of participant session goals.
• Personnel Management - hiring, training, supervision, and development of staff to include work schedules, meetings & huddles, monitoring adherence to procedures & protocols. Responsible for personnel activities to include interviewing and hiring of applicable staff, employee leave requests, payroll processing, preparation of Personnel Action Requests (PAR) for employment changes, addressing behavioral and performance deficiencies of staff.
• Grants Management - Responsible for compliance with program expectations as established by CentroMed or as specified in grant with Bexar County or other outside entity. Assists the Grants Management department with preparation of grant applications and submission of performance reports on adherence to program expectations.
• Compliance | Performance Improvement - oversees achievement of specified measures specified for the Chronic Disease Prevention program and submits reports to applicable Compliance / Performance Improvement Program committees. Assures that assigned staff comply with applicable laws, regulations or standards promulgated by federal, state, local or national accreditation agencies.
• Customer Service - actively promotes high levels of customer service within all areas of responsibility. 
• Mission, Vision & Values - Understands, leads and promotes CentroMed's mission and philosophy relating to ethics, integrity, safety, corporate responsibility and objectives.
• Perform any other duties assigned that are in keeping with the mission, purpose, goals and objectives of the organization. 

The above description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous bases. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: 

• Required: Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and currently licensed as a Registered Dietitian (R.D.) in the state of Texas. 
• Additional credential of Certified Diabetic Educator (CDE) preferred.  

EXPERIENCE:  

• Five years project/program management experience to include three years supervisory experience.
• Preferred: Experience in health education or health promotion program planning, management, and evaluation; community outreach; communications. 
• Experience in area of healthy communities or behavioral change interventions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.  
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written plus strong organizational skills. 

OTHER: 

• Knowledge of personnel, administrative and financial procedures, and practices, as well as principles, techniques, terminology and procedures of sound management.
• Judgment and decision making includes ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce site specific solutions.
• Must have ability to deal effectively with patients, providers, administration and the public. 
• Must have excellent skills in planning, organizing, and delegating.
• Proficient Microsoft Office programs. 
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Spanish speaking preferred.

CentroMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.