Director of Community Outreach

At Essen Health Care, we care for that! 

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program. 

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

The Associate Director of Community Outreach & Growth is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive program of educational outreach and collaboration with the community, individuals, stakeholder organizations, institutions and clinical learning environments. This person will be responsible for achieving goals and improving Essen’s enrollment growth objectives. Also working closely with the member engagement and marketing department to plan, implement, and connect with the community and regions surrounding our medical centers.

 Conduct walkthroughs of nearby clinic neighborhoods to assess underserved and low-income community needs, recent population shifts, map community assets, identify new community partners, and/or develop a deeper understanding of community changes.

· Maximizing referral and redirection opportunities for outpatient services

· Develop, maintain and track outreach and engagement with community partners, including ambulatory clinics, local hospitals, and community-based organizations.

· Collaborates and maintains a healthy relationship with Health plans Agents and Brokers

· Responsible for achieving monthly, quarterly, and annual enrollment goals and growth targets, as established by management.

· Focusing on continuous improvement that result in improved experiences for both patients and providers within the organization

· Strategically planning and implementing outreach efforts specifically with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other areas of the organization as needed

· Collaborates with the community outreach supervisor and coordinators to plan, implement, and evaluate community activities and events.

· Delivers presentations, attends meetings, and distributes educational materials to both members and potential members

· Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or related field.

· 5+ years of experience in outreach and marketing.

· Prior experience in a leadership role.

· Strong understanding of outreach and marketing principles.

· Proficiency in MS Office, and other relevant software.

ESSEN HEALTH CARE IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population

Salary: $85,000-$100,000

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.