Projects Director, School of Medicine

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Project Director to lead the Therapeutic Services Core of a prominent cognitive empowerment program. This role combines leadership and strategic planning to enhance brain health initiatives for aging populations. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in healthcare and project management, ensuring high-quality service delivery while fostering a collaborative team environment. With the flexibility to work from home, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of cognitive health. If you're passionate about improving lives through innovative programming, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of project management experience in healthcare settings.
• Strong proficiency in using various computer software packages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Therapeutic Services Core and manage team of Health Educators.
• Develop strategic plans and ensure quality programming.

Skills

Project Management

Healthcare Knowledge

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

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Description

This position will be responsible for oversight and accountability for the Therapeutic Services Core of the Shaffer Cognitive Empowerment Program at Emory's Goizueta Brain Health Institute. The ideal candidate will have a background in physical and/or mental healthcare for persons living with mild cognitive impairment and/or dementia, with a working knowledge of lifestyle interventions that promote brain health during the aging process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

• ~70% of role - The Therapeutics Services (TS) Project Director will have direct supervisory responsibility for Health Educators and other lead staff within the core (typically up to 4-5 individuals) with overall supervisory responsibility of the TS Core team, which is composed of both Emory and contracted employees (mix of part and full time staff).
• Additional duties include: oversight of contractor hiring process, central liaison to internal and external stakeholders, oversight of quality for member/patient/family services.
• Development and management of TS Core Strategic Plan and oversight of subsequent project plans to achieve TS/programming goals. Ensures team accountability for quality programming and timely completion of project plan activities.
• TS Project Director will work directly with CEP Faculty Director and administrative leadership and support CEP Program strategic planning for curriculum development and deployment.
• Works with program Evaluator to ensure appropriate and timely reporting for TS Core daily operations and success metrics.
• ~30% of role -The Project Director will create and deliver direct programming for CEP members in at least one programming domain, per the candidate's specific area of expertise/interest.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree and five years of project management or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Proficiency with various computer software packages.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: [phone] (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

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