Director, Navigation Integration
About the role
The American Cancer Society is working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. The Navigation business unit leads initiatives that improve cancer care delivery for patients, caregivers, and health care professionals while mitigating the suffering caused by a cancer diagnosis. This position directs initiatives to support the adoption and integration of navigation, including workforce development and training, leveraging program assets and capabilities of ACS to address barriers to high quality cancer care.
Responsibilities
- In collaboration with the VP, Navigation and other key stakeholders, serves as a subject matter expert to lead the design and execution of program activities, manages workflows, develops program resources, oversees daily operations and spending, and provides regular reports and updates to stakeholders. (35%)
- Oversees data collection, develops data reports, leads program evaluation, identifies areas for program and process improvement, and supports ongoing dissemination of work through internal and external channels. (25%)
- Builds and manages relationships with key partners, vendors, consultants, and other stakeholders to maximize program utilization, facilitating cross-department communication and collaboration. (20%)
- Provides guidance, coordination, and oversight to ensure the team functions effectively and remains aligned with program goals. (20%)
Qualifications
Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree with 8 years relevant experience acceptable. Preferred Degree: Registered Nurse or Master's Degree. Minimum 5 years of experience managing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating public health or patient care programs. Minimum 3-5 years of people leader or supervisory experience.
Skills
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of patient navigation.
- Knowledge of cancer, cancer control, and cancer care delivery.
- Knowledge of curriculum development and instructional design.
- Knowledge of the operations and management of health systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills.
Benefits
ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills.
Pay
The starting rate is $100,000 to $105,000 annually. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.
Schedule
Must be able to travel occasionally.