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At M-AAA, we are a team of artists, administrators, historians, preservationists, preparators. We are writers, painters, photographers, advocates. And we are dedicated to empowering community through art.
Mid-America Arts Alliance is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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CHAT Program Manager
Posted August 5, 2024
Reports to: Director of CHAT
Manages: Community Health Worker and Community Program Coordinator
Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time
Location: Gulfton Area of Houston, TX
You will manage community health events, collect data, oversee health education programs, and collaborate with multiple partners. Additionally, you will oversee staff, coordinate with contract workers, and maintain records in Salesforce. You will work in a non-traditional, diverse work environment.
You Will:
- Participate in outreach activities, engagement, training, navigation, and referrals to engage with underserved populations.
- Collect, complete, and input accurate data related to the outreach activities.
- Manage community health events, administer surveys, hold networking meetings, offer group support sessions, and provide one-on-one help to understand social determinants of health and build awareness of health equity issues among racial and ethnic minority populations.
- Provide screening questionnaires to determine resources needed by the family.
- Ensure that constituents are provided with appropriate information about COVID-19, public health care issues, pandemics, and other community issues.
- Manage Community Health Worker and Community Program Coordinator. This includes interviewing, conducting performance evaluations, hiring, and terminating.
- Be the primary contact for the Health Department and contract workers, including sewing instructors, music teachers, theater teachers, and artists.
- Work with the Houston Independent School District, our art program partners, and school programs.
- Meet with community partners to facilitate the mural program.
- Present at conferences to advocate for CHAT programming.
- Ensure that health education and prevention programs are culturally competent and tailored to the community’s needs.
- Oversee the implementation of programs, monitoring process, and making adjustments.
- Help plan special events.
You Have:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Licensure as a Certified Community Health Worker.
- 3+ years of Community work experience.
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including any booster doses recommended by the Centers for Disease Control when eligible.
- Work independently and collaboratively to achieve identified outcomes.
- Bilingual in Spanish or another language.
- Work with a diverse population.
Working Conditions: Your work is done in the community and requires walking, bending, standing, and lifting. You may work in harsh weather conditions such as extreme heat or cold. Some work is sedentary, sitting at a desk using a computer, phone, and other office equipment. You will travel to deliver CHAT programming or attend conferences and convenings relevant to the field. You will work some weekends. This is an in-person position.
Starting compensation: $62,093 – $65,000 per year
Our Benefits:
- Comprehensive health care coverage
- Voluntary Dental and Vision insurance
- Fully paid Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Life Insurance
- Paid holiday leave including 9 holidays, 2 personal days, Summer Break (week of July 4th), Winter Break (December 24-January 1), and 40 hours of paid Volunteer PTO
- Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave
- 401K plan after a year of employment
About Mid-America Arts Alliance: Mid-America Arts Alliance is headquartered in the Crossroads Arts District of Kansas City, Missouri. M-AAA brings more art to more people in communities throughout our six-state region (Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas) and the nation. With an annual operating budget of over $9 million and 45 staff members, we produce and manage more than 450 exhibition, performance, and professional development opportunities in more than 300 communities for more than one million people annually. Mid-America Arts Alliance is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Reproductive Health Project Facilitator
Reproductive Health Project Facilitator
Posted October 21, 2024
Reports to: CHAT Program Manager
Manages: N/A
Status: Non-exempt, Part-time
Location: Gulfton Area, Houston, TX, #LI-Onsite
You will promote sexual and reproductive health within the community by conducting outreach, collecting data, and providing education. You will engage with community members through door-to-door surveys and narrative interviews, developing culturally specific educational materials, and facilitating health programming. You will also incorporate arts-based approaches into the curriculum and outreach efforts to foster creativity and engagement, empowering community members to share their experiences and enhance their understanding of reproductive health resources and services.
You Will:
- Engage community members to promote health programs.
- Conduct outreach in community settings (schools, events, apartment complexes).
- Report insights to supervisors to improve programs.
- Collaborate on culturally specific, arts-based educational materials (e.g., storytelling, visual arts).
- Translate materials into multiple languages for accessibility.
- Develop lesson plans on topics like menstrual health and family planning,
- Incorporate reproductive health education into existing programs (Women’s Circle, SEL programs).
- Facilitate Conversation Circles for open dialogue on sensitive topics.
- Organize and promote Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health Workshops with healthcare providers.
- Coordinate care with providers and community partners.
- Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities to enhance skills.
- Facilitate workshops on reproductive health, chronic disease management, and mental health.
- Help individuals access healthcare services and resources, including appointment scheduling and understanding insurance.
You Have:
- High school diploma or equivalent work experience
- Prior experience in community health or social services, especially with reproductive health and immigrant/refugee populations.
- Proficiency in data collection and technology for outreach.
- Compassionate, culturally sensitive, and committed to promoting health equity and access to reproductive healthcare.
Working Conditions:
Your work will involve a combination of community-based and office work. It may include activities such as walking, standing, bending, and lifting moderate weight. Some tasks will be desk-based, using a computer, phone, and other office equipment. You will need to travel to deliver CHAT programming and attend conferences and events relevant to the role. Flexibility is important, as priorities may shift, and short-term projects may arise. Weekend or evening work may be needed. Accommodations are provided to support different abilities in completing these tasks. This is an in person position.
Our Benefits:
- Paid holiday leave including 9 holidays, 2 personal days, Summer Break (week of July 4th), Winter Break (December 24-January 1), and 40 hours of paid Volunteer PTO
- Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave
- 401K plan after a year of employment
About Mid-America Arts Alliance:
Mid-America Arts Alliance is headquartered in the Crossroads Arts District of Kansas City, Missouri. M-AAA brings more art to more people in communities throughout our six-state region (Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas) and the nation. With an annual operating budget of over $9 million and 45 staff members we produce and manage more than 450 exhibition, performance, and professional development opportunities in more than 300 communities for more than one million people annually.
Mid-America Arts Alliance is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact Human Resources team at hr@maaa.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of jobs are typically available at Mid-America Arts Alliance?
Mid-America Arts Alliance employs a diverse range of individuals, from arts curators to grant writers to creative designers to accounting and management professionals.
How do I apply for a position at Mid-America Arts Alliance?
Instructions for applying for a given position are included in the job posting. M-AAA does not accept unsolicited resumes.
May I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes, you may, but please indicate the position you most wish to be considered for when applying, and the reason you feel you are most suited for that position, in your cover letter.
Will you contact me about the progress of my application?
When your application has been received, you will be sent an acknowledgment via email. If a hiring manager determines your skills match the need of the position, you will be contacted for further screening and consideration.
Where is Mid-America Arts Alliance, and what are the business hours?
We are located at 2018 Baltimore Ave., Kansas City, MO 64108. Our headquarters is in the heart of the Crossroads Arts District. Office hours are typically 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday. M-AAA has limited public hours only for visitors attending an exhibition installed in our space. Regarding employment, please arrange a visit in advance.
What about the confidentiality of my application information?
Your information is private and is not shared with anyone outside Mid-America Arts Alliance. It is only used for employment purposes.
I have additional questions. Who should I contact?
Contact Human Resources, hr (at) maaa.org