Dir-Community Health & Access (Springfield, Missouri)

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition support

401(k) match

Job summary

Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO seeks a Director of Health & Access to lead community health initiatives and align them with Mercy’s mission and CHIP priorities. The role reports to senior ministry leadership and serves as a key driver of health equity and partnerships.

The position requires a Master’s degree (preferably in Public Health) and at least three years in community health roles, with a strong focus on strategic direction and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field required.
• Preferred Master’s degree in Public Health.
• Three years’ experience in community or public health related position.

Responsibilities

• Provides system-wide leadership for CHNA, CHIP, and Community Benefit programs.
• Partners with internal and community stakeholders to advance health equity and address priorities.
• Ensures compliance with IRS and regulatory requirements.
• Located on-site at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, MO.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Partnership building

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in Public Health

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Director - Health & Access serves as a Mercy leader, reporting to the Ministry Executive Director - Community Health & Access with an indirect reporting relationship to the local Mission leader. The Director-Community Health & Access is responsible for leadership and the strategic direction of all hospital and clinic community health initiatives in the local community—aligning with ministry goals and locally identified Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA)/ Community Health Implementation Plan (CHIP) priorities. The leader serving in this position will perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Located at MERCY HOSPITAL

ONSITE IN SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI

Provides system-wide leadership for Mercy's Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), and Community Benefit programs. Partners with internal and community stakeholders to advance health equity, address community health priorities, strengthen strategic partnerships, and ensure compliance with IRS and regulatory requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Master’s degree in a related field.

Preferred Education: Master’s degree in Public Health

Experience: Threeyears’ experiencein community or public health related position.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

keyword(s): Director, Masters level, Community Health, Public Affairs

Director, Masters level, Community Health, Public Affairs