Community Health and Quality Manager – Center for Integrative Health

Salary: Commensurate with experience Benefits: The University offers generous benefits including paid time off (holidays, holy days and vacation), employer matching contributions to the retirement plan, and tuition benefits for employees and their eligible dependents. Learn more and explore benefits at www.duq.edu/benefits Location: Center for Integrative Health Position Status: Full-time (Grant funded) Hours: Varied Position Number: 435108/10-1176 FLSA Status: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: The Community Health and Quality Manager supports the development, coordination, and continuous improvement of community-based health and wellness programming across the University and throughout surrounding priority communities. The Duquesne University Center for Integrative Health’s (DUCIH) Bridges to Health (B2H) Program advances a community-engaged health model focused on addressing data-driven and community-identified priorities through interdisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based programming, and sustainable partnerships that support residents across the lifespan. Under the direction of the DUCIH Director, Assistant Director, Director of Business and Administration, and in collaboration with Faculty Leadership, this position supports development and implementation of DUCIH initiatives, including programs that integrate community health, interprofessional education, and research. The role also contributes to program evaluation, quality improvement efforts, and ensures alignment with University policies, regulatory standards, and privacy requirements. Work hours may include evenings and weekends to support community-based programming and events. This is a grant funded position. This position reports to the Assistant Director, Duquesne University Center for Integrative Health. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Program Management Implementation: Assists with management and implementation of community-based health programs, including evidence-based health promotion programming, chronic disease prevention and management curricula, Community-Clinical Linkages preventive health screenings, and related initiatives. Collaborates with Center faculty, staff, and community partners to plan, implement, and evaluate interdisciplinary programs and activities across the lifespan. Provides guidance and support to interdisciplinary students participating in DUCIH’s community-based programs. Community Engagement Partnerships: Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with Bridges to Health Collaborative Partners to support program implementation and sustainability. Serves as a liaison between DUCIH and community stakeholders to support outreach, engagement, and alignment with community-identified health priorities. Represents the Center through participation in community meetings, outreach activities, and other professional engagements to strengthen community and University partnerships. Research, Data Evaluation: Supports faculty-led research and program evaluation activities, including participant recruitment, retention, data collection, and data management. Assists in the development and implementation of data collection processes, including those related to social determinants of health and community-based interventions. Maintains accurate records and contribute to reporting efforts to support program evaluation and data-informed decision-making. Quality Improvement Strategic Support: Contributes to continuous quality improvement efforts by supporting program evaluation, performance tracking, and outcome measurement. Identify opportunities for workflow and process improvements and assist in implementing strategies to enhance program effectiveness, efficiency, scalability. Partners with DUCIH leadership on data-informed planning and the advancement of value-based and population-health initiatives aligned with Center priorities. In collaboration with DUCIH leadership, ensure adherence to University policies and regulatory standards to support alignment with privacy, confidentiality, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Supports the development and refinement of scalable program models by contributing to workflow design, standardization, and continuous improvement efforts. Leads quality improvement initiatives aligned with strategic priorities under the direction of DUCIH leadership, supporting the advancement of consistent, high-quality programming across the Center’s portfolio. Independently maintain organized, accurate, and secure files related to programs, partnerships, and assigned projects. Professional Collaboration: Collaborates with Faculty Leadership and interdisciplinary teams across the University to support Center initiatives, strategic goals, and program growth. Participates in required trainings, meetings, and professional development activities, and maintain current knowledge of community health and population health practices. Completes other duties as assigned.