Community Health Coordinator

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Closing Date:

04/15/2025

Type of Position:

Instructional Development

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

CPH | Center for Study of Obesity

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Center for the Study of Obesity within the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health is seeking a community health coordinator. The successful candidate will be integral to achieving the Center’s research and outreach mission by engaging in applied research related to obesity, nutrient/food consumption, physical activity, and policy/program evaluation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, psychology, health education or related field or

• High school diploma/GED plus four (4) years of health education experience required.

• Must be able to pass a background check as part of the Little Rock School District Volunteers in Public Service Program and maintain current CITI training for human subjects research.

• Post-baccalaureate coursework in public health preferred.

• Formal training or experience in epidemiology preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Two to three years of experience working with community-based programs/organizations.

• One to two years of experience with REDCap data management system for forms, surveys and research data management.

• One to two years of experience in working with schools and students in a research setting.

• General understanding of public health, nutrition, food insecurity, physical activity.

• Ability to initiate and maintain positive working relationships with project staff and other organizations.

• Ability to track and manage administrative correspondence and ensure research data are accurately and completely recorded.

• Evidence of having successfully supported community-based research and program interventions.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements:

• Requires a high level of mobility in order to be able to support activities at various locations and outdoors in settings such as recess.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Perform research, outreach and record keeping activities to support the Center’s mission

• Operates in a supportive role within an interdisciplinary research team

• Provides support, outreach, and administrative support to ongoing grant projects

• Recruits and consents research participants, collects research data, and provides follow up communication with research study participants in person, via telephone, and email

• Documents work with research subjects through appropriate record-keeping that follows the project’s policies and procedures.

• Participates regularly in project team meetings.

• Participates/assists as needed in any activities related to the Center for the Study of Obesity.

• Serves as liaison between the professional staff and the community, including developing relationships with various community stakeholders.

• Assists in gathering and evaluating data concerning research programs.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must upload a resume to be considered for the position.

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Balancing, Crouching, Driving, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity:

Feeling

Benefits Eligible:

Yes