Community Liaison – Legacy of Hope Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Community Liaison position at Legacy of Hope in Birmingham, AL requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience. Responsibilities include educating the community on organ and tissue donation, presenting information in various settings, overseeing volunteer programs, and assisting with special events. Benefits include tuition assistance, paid time off, and more. UA Health Services Foundation is hiring for this role.
Job Description
Community Liaison – Legacy of Hope
Job ID:
16924
Facility:
502 Building
Functional Area:
Health/Medical
Position Type:
Full Time
Relocation Provided:
No
Location:
Birmingham, AL
Department:
LOH-Overhead
Education Required:
Bachelors Degree
Experience Required:
1 – 3 Years
Position Description:
Schedule:
Shifts Vary
Location:
Birmingham Area
Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.
Provides education to the community, churches and civic organizations on the process and importance of organ and tissue donation. Provides educational materials during health fairs and professional conferences so the community will have access to information. Actively identifies and develops new opportunities to educate the community on organ and tissue donation. Able to present information in formal and informal settings (public speaking). Displays good rapport and professionalism with all clients and audiences. Oversees volunteer program and assists with special events.
Position Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:
Bachelor’s degree. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications required.
Preferred:
Degree in education/health education preferred. Experience and familiarity with medical terms and healthcare preferred. Experience with volunteers and previous teaching experience preferred.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION
Required:
Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured.
Preferred:
None required.
TRAITS & SKILLS
Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to:
(1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient and confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs.
UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.
