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The Cancer Support Community (CSC), an international nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C.,isseekingan ambitious and detail-oriented individualwho is passionate about making a difference in the lives of peopleimpactedby cancer for ourDirector, Program and Health Equity.

JOB SUMMARY:

TheDirector,ProgramandHealthEquityisresponsibleforleadingtheimplementation,advancement, and continuous integration of psychosocial cancer care across programs and initiatives within the organization and its network of partners. This role serves as a key program leader, accountable for ensuring that all initiatives are grounded in evidence-based psychosocial support approaches that addresstheemotional,social,andpracticalneedsofindividualsimpactedbycancer,whileadvancing health equity and whole-person care outcomes.

The Director oversees a portfolio of programs, driving implementation, management, and continuous improvement to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and measurable impact. Working in close partnership with internal teams, Network Partners, funders, and external stakeholders, this role translatesstrategyintoexecution, supportingprogramdesign,strengtheningpsychosocialcomponents, and expanding access to high-quality, equitable care.

In addition, the Director plays a critical role in partnership and funding development, program evaluation, and scaling of effective models. This position also contributes to departmental operations andtheenhancementofsystemsandprocessesthatstrengthenprogramdelivery,promoteinnovation in psychosocial oncology, and advance organizational impact.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Program and Health Equity, this position plays an important role in advancingCSC'sprogrammaticgoalswhilesupportingoperationalexcellenceandimpactacrossthe department and network.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

ProgramLeadership,PsychosocialOncology&ContinuousImprovement

• Leadtheplanning,implementation,andoversightofcomplexprogramsandinitiatives,withastrong emphasis on advancing psychosocial oncology leadership.

• Ensureprogramsintegrateevidence-basedapproachesthataddressemotional,social,andpractical needs, and drive continuous improvement through data, evaluation, and emerging trends to better serve diverse populations.

Partnerships,CommunityHealthWorkerIntegration&StrategicGrowth

• Collaboratewithinternalteams,NetworkPartners,andstakeholderstoimplementandexpandprograms.

• OverseetheintegrationandtrainingofCommunityHealthWorkerstoincreaseaccesstonavigation and address practical barriers to care.

• Developstrategicpartnershipsandsupportfundingeffortstoscaleequitable,high-impactprograms.
  

Operations, Knowledge Dissemination & Team Leadership

• Strengthenprogramdeliverythroughoversightofreporting,contracts,andbudgettracking.

• Leaddisseminationefforts,includingpresentations,publications,andexternalrepresentation,to advance psychosocial oncology practice and program visibility.

• Provideleadershipandsupervisiontostaff,consultants,andpartnerstoensurehigh-quality execution and organizational impact.

Performsotherdutiesasrequestedbymanagement

SKILLSANDABILITIES:

Program Leadership & Execution

Demonstratedabilitytoleadmultipleprogramsandinitiativessimultaneously,ensuringeffective implementation, stakeholder engagement, and successful achievement of program goals.

Project Management

Strongprojectmanagementskills,includingplanning,coordination,timelinemanagement,budget oversight, and resource stewardship. Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and accountability for results.

Communication & Dissemination

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing presentations, reports,educationalmaterials,orotherdisseminationproducts.Knowledgeofplainlanguagewriting and health literacy best practices preferred.

Collaboration & Relationship Building

Highlyeffectiveinterpersonalskills,withtheabilitytoquicklydevelopproductiverelationshipsacross internal teams, CSC Network Partners, and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration and build consensus around shared goals.

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

Abilitytoassessneeds,interpretinformationfrommultiplesources,identifypracticalsolutions,and make sound recommendations that support program effectiveness and continuous improvement.

Leadership & Initiative

Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, take ownership of assigned work,andmovecomplexprojectsforwardinadynamicenvironment.Experienceprovidingguidance, coaching, or supervision to staff, contractors, consultants, or interns preferred.

Community Engagement & Health Equity

Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholders, including medically underserved populations.Understandingofhealthequityprinciplesandexperienceadaptingprograms,services, or resources to better meet community needs.

TECHNICALSKILLS:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, andTeams.

Experience with project management and collaboration platforms (e.g., Smartsheet,Monday.com)

EDUCATION:

Master'sdegreeinsocialorbehavioralsciences(e.g.,SocialWork,PublicHealth,Psychology,ora related health services or social science field) required.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimumofthree(3)yearsofexperienceinpsychosocialprogramdevelopmentandmanagement, including responsibility for leading complex projects, managing partner relationships, and

REQUIREDCERTIFICATES/REGISTRATIONS:

CITI training certificate, or completion of CITI training within 3 months of hire,required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Dependent on experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer comprehensive medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage; paid vacation and sick time; short-term and long-term disability insurance; flex spending accounts: transit, healthcare, and dependent care; life insurance; and optional participation in an employee-contribution retirement plan with employer match.

WORK LOCATION:

CSChasofficeslocatedinWashingtonD.C.andoffersin-person,hybrid,orfullyremoteworkforthisposition.

ABOUTCANCERSUPPORTCOMMUNITY

ThemissionoftheCancerSupportCommunity(CSC)istoupliftand strengthenpeopleimpactedbycancerby providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care. Backed by evidence that the best cancer care includes social and emotional support, CSC offers a menu of personalized services and education for patients and families affected by all types of cancer. CSC provides the highest quality emotional and social support through a network of over 200 locations in 50 markets worldwide, including CSC and Gilda's Club centers as well as healthcare partnerships. These locations, along with a toll-free helpline, digital services, and award-winningeducation materials, provide more than $50 million in free support services to patients and families each year.

Webelieveinequityforall,includinginhealthcare,andfighteverydaytoensurethatallpeoplearetreated with dignity and respect and have the opportunity to live healthy and safe lives - physically, mentally, andemotionally.

Formoreinformation,visitwww.CancerSupportCommunity.org

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