Description

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Intern, Marisol Health - Fort Collins

Temporary - Part-time

OUR PURPOSE

Marisol Health Inc. operates licensed, fully equipped, medical centers that help women make important decisions about their reproductive health. Marisol Health Inc. also supports spouses, boyfriends, family and friends who are navigating these important decisions alongside the women in their lives, and offers a truly positive experience, in an open and accepting atmosphere.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Marisol Health Inc. provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. 

Marisol Health Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

We are seeking a motivated and talented college student to join our team as a Summer Intern. This internship offers hands-on experiences in various aspects of clerical support, community engagement, and communication. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with our Community Engagement Specialist, Clinic Coordinator, and Clinic Director and may also have opportunities to work with members of our communications team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Facing

• Greet and assist patients upon arrival at the clinic.
• Answering phone calls and responding to inquiries from patients and other healthcare professionals in a professional manner.
• Direct inquiries to appropriate team members.

Administrative Functions:

• Assist with data collection and entry. This may include a focus on patient satisfaction data or clinic statistical data.

Community Outreach

• Collaborate with the Community Outreach Specialist to develop creative strategies to reach target populations and increase community engagement.
• Conduct research on community resources to inform outreach efforts.
• Assist in developing outreach materials, including flyers, brochures, and social media content.
• Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with other community-based organizations, CSU, and parishes for advocacy, education, resource development, and public relations.

Event Coordination:

• Assist Community Outreach Specialist in planning, organizing, and promoting community events, workshops, and health classes/fairs.
• Assist Community Outreach Specialists in coordinating logistics for events, including securing venues, arranging catering, and managing event registration.
• Work with volunteers and staff to ensure the smooth execution of events and activities.

Community Partnerships:

• Attend community meetings, networking events, and outreach activities to represent our organization and build connections.

Outreach Campaigns:

• Assist in developing and implementing outreach campaigns to promote specific programs, services, or initiatives.
• To disseminate information and engage the community, utilize various outreach channels, including social media, email newsletters, and community publications.
• Track and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts, including monitoring attendance, collecting feedback, and analyzing engagement metrics.

Education and Advocacy:

• Provide information and resources to community members about our organization’s mission, programs, and services.
• Advocate for issues relevant to our organization’s mission, such as maternal and child health, access to healthcare, and health equity.
• Participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance knowledge and skills related to community outreach and advocacy.

Office Maintenance:

• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization in the office reception area and waiting room.
• Stock and organize office supplies, including forms, brochures, and patient education materials.
• Notify appropriate staff members of any maintenance or repair needs in the office.

Quality

• Enters data and facilitates the generation of monthly reports.
• Maintains accurate and timely program statistical data to meet reporting requirements.
• Assist with data entry tasks, including updating patient clinical and experiential information.

Special Projects:

• Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by Clinic Director or Clinic Coordinator
• Participate in meetings and brainstorming sessions to contribute ideas for improving office efficiency and patient satisfaction.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

 None

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills and be self-motivated.
• Basic knowledge of computers to input information, maintain client and program data, and create communications.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program, preferably in a field related to healthcare administration, business, communications/marketing, or a related field

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to handle and feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Travel: Within the local area and throughout the Diocese of Denver.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

OTHER

• Equipment Used: General office.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of classified personnel.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary: $17.20 - $20.00 / Hourly

Schedule: Part-time, 30 hours per week, Mon-Fri. (Temporary)

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Marisol Health, Northern Colorado employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance. 

• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so there may be a need to work some holidays, which would include holiday pay). 

• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation. 

• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date. (Must be a Full-Time employee)

• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? 

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace.

Marisol Health, Northern Colorado serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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