ROOTS Hub Initiative 2 Lead

Vaya Health

Lead implementation of rural health initiatives focusing on prevention and screening services. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance healthcare access in rural communities of North Carolina.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $62,993 - $81,892 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and implementation of health initiatives, with a strong focus on community engagement and collaboration across diverse stakeholders. Proficient in analyzing healthcare systems, particularly Medicaid and Medicare, to improve access and outcomes for rural and underserved populations.

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Project ManagementCommunity Health Initiatives CoordinationHealthcare Systems KnowledgeAnalytical and Problem-Solving SkillsCommunication and Facilitation Skills

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementImplementation SkillsData AnalysisPopulation Health PrinciplesChronic Disease ManagementPrevention StrategiesMaternal Health KnowledgeNutrition KnowledgeHealthcare Disparities KnowledgeExperience with I/DD and TBI Populations

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationFacilitation SkillsAnalytical AbilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Applications

Industry Keywords

Public HealthHealthcare AdministrationMedicaidMedicareRural Health SystemsCommunity EngagementCross-Sector PartnershipsStakeholder CoordinationHealth Improvement ProgramsCompliance with NCDHHS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead day-to-day implementation activities related to Initiative 2 priorities, action plans, and regional strategies
Coordinate prevention, chronic disease management, maternal health, and nutrition-related initiatives
Support expansion and scaling of evidence-based health improvement programs
Monitor initiative milestones, deliverables, and operational performance
Coordinate implementation activities among healthcare, behavioral health, and social service partners
Identify implementation barriers and recommend operational improvements
Establish ROOTS Hub that connects medical, behavioral health, and social services to improve availability and access to healthcare in rural communities
Coordinate within the organization and with lead anchor partners to ensure all Initiative 2 /RHTP responsibilities and requirements are met
Supporting the ROOTS Hub Initiatives Manager to track Vaya’s RHTP plan’s compliance and performance against program-related deadlines and milestones
Support development of program-related reports as outlined by Requirements from NC DHHS
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with healthcare providers, public health agencies, community organizations, and implementation partners
Support incorporation of community feedback and regional health priorities into implementation activities
Participate in community engagement activities and ensure community voice is incorporated into implementation planning
Partner closely with project team, finance department, lead anchors and community stakeholders to ensure the milestones and deliverables for RHTP
Foster relationships with rural communities and disproportionately burdened populations
Supporting project plan and providing regular updates to ROOTS Hub Initiatives Manager regarding RHTP successes and challenges
Attend and/or lead RHTP Initiative 2 related meetings
Participate in community health assessments to support the development of needed services
Monitor initiative performance metrics and outcomes
Assist with preparation of reports, dashboards, presentations, and implementation updates
Identify opportunities for improvement and support corrective action planning as needed
Support compliance with NCDHHS requirements and reporting expectations
Collaborate with other Initiative Leads and ROOTS Hub staff to ensure alignment across initiatives
Participate in Hub governance and planning activities
Serve as Initiative 2 subject matter expert as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in public health, healthcare administration, nursing, social work, nutrition, or related field required
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of two (2) years of experience project managing large and complex engagements
Minimum of two (2) years of experience coordinating across different types of stakeholders
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an organization or field that demonstrates an understanding of the healthcare systems, Medicaid and/or Medicare payer systems, clinical and social needs on communities’ and/or populations’ access to health services
Minimum of two (2) years of experience serving or working on behalf of Medicaid and/or Medicare beneficiaries preferred
Population health experience and experience with physical health, behavioral health, I/DD and TBI populations preferred
Knowledge of prevention strategies, chronic disease management, maternal health, nutrition, and population health principles
Strong project management and implementation skills
Experience coordinating community health initiatives and cross-sector partnerships
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and facilitation skills
Ability to analyze data and communicate findings effectively
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Knowledge of rural health systems and healthcare disparities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vaya Health accepts online applications in our Career Center
Vaya Health is an equal opportunity employer