This position provides independent oversight and decision making for all activities for the Zero Suicide Program, this includes organizing, directing, and controlling new and existing business within the program. The incumbent acts as a liaison between internal and external constituencies, working with multiple departments, physicians, and staff to understand and meet the needs of the program they oversee. This position is not responsible for providing patient care.
Department Overview: The University of Utah Zero Suicide Program mission is to develop a system-wide culture dedicated to dramatically reducing suicides by creating a competent, confident, and caring workforce and identifying, engaging, and caring for individuals at risk for suicide through evidence-based screening, assessment, and treatment. The goal is to decrease suicides in Utah by ensuring every patient in the University of Utah Health system who is at risk for suicide has a pathway to care that is timely and adequately meets their needs.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our four hospitals and seventeen clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
Responsibilities Coordinates curriculum design, development, and delivery for suicide prevention educational programs and trainingsActs as a mentor providing education and guidance for hospital and clinic championsOversees daily program operations and coordinates program activities.Develops and implements program goals and objectives.Monitors program quality and effectiveness, and researches improvement methods.Establishes program budget, monitors and approves related expenditures, and ensures budget goals are met.Assists with fundraising activities.Advises staff, students, and others, regarding program policies, goals and related technical issues.Prepares reports, financial statements, as well as reports on program status, and progress for management, and outside agencies.Writes and edits program related publications, and promotional or educational materials.Oversees others who schedule meetings, seminars, and other program related functions.Acts as a liaison between internal and external constituencies involved in program activities.Works collaborative with the director and department staff in supporting departmental project needs.May assign, direct, and review work of support staff.Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesAbility to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.Ability to work independently, analyze, and make decision related to program content.Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize deadlines.Demonstrated human relations, and effective communication skills.Ability to provide independent coordination and decision making for all activities of a specified program.Proficiency in statistical and business software applications.Excellent written and verbal communications skills and attention to detail. Qualifications QualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalency.One year of directly related experience. Qualifications (Preferred) PreferredProficiency in statistical and business software applications.Experience operating as an educatorWorking Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Physical Requirements Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Sitting, Speaking, Standing Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed
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EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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