Program Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Manager to join our team at Reach Out and Read Northwest. The successful candidate will provide support and leadership to our program sites, fostering engagement and ensuring quality. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of our organization, working closely with our Program Director and teammates in Oregon and Washington.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Implementation
  • Develop relationships with clinical and administrative staff to cultivate Reach Out and Read champions and advocates.
  • Collaborate with ROR clinic teams to ensure high-quality program implementation by assessing model adherence, identifying strengths and areas for improvement, and developing action plans to enhance family support and overcome barriers.
  • Build partnerships with health systems through interactions with clinic contacts, articulating best practices for program sustainability, and supporting the engagement of system leaders and decision-makers.
  • Guide new clinics through applying, training clinicians, implementing ROR, and adhering to best practice recommendations.
  • Offer ongoing support, including regular communications, in-person and virtual connection opportunities, and technical assistance to all sites in the determined geography.
  • Partner with clinics and health systems to ensure the Reach Out and Read brand visibility within clinics.
• Program Data and Reporting
  • Assure clinics' completion of twice-yearly progress reports. Analyze, understand, and address barriers to accurate and timely completion.
  • Review progress report data and use it to inform improvement plans, quality ratings, and clinics' understanding of program performance.
  • Continually track and document program data, using established tools and databases and maintain accurate data within the myROR database.
  • Gather, analyze, and report data to support funding applications, partnership development, and advocacy activities.
  • Collect anecdotal data, stories, testimonials, photos from ROR program sites and participants for use in development and communications.
• Book Support and Funding
  • Support clinics in book selection and ordering and guide the use of efficient book-tracking processes.
  • Steward the ongoing contribution of book funds from clinics and health systems who have made book purchasing commitments.
  • Identify programs in need of book funding support and collaborate with the Regional Program Director to allocate funding to individual clinics using an equity lens.
  • Coordinate the distribution of book funds and/or books to clinics when funds are available.
• Partnership Development and Sustainability
  • Assist the Regional Program Director in implementing local, regional, and statewide partnerships.
  • Provide information and support to clinics regarding partnership opportunities that help sustain and enhance their programs.
  • Attend relevant community and coalition meetings as assigned and in alignment with organizational goals.
  • Identify contacts and opportunities to engage clinic and health system marketing and communications staff to support Reach Out and Read's visibility in the community.

Qualifications and Experience

We are looking for a candidate with a strong commitment to increasing equity in opportunity and outcomes for children, and to recognizing factors known to significantly impact differential outcomes for children, including race, ethnicity, language, and socio-economic status. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of professional experience, with 3–5 years preferred in healthcare, social work, early education, parenting support, or related fields. Equivalent education and lived experience will be considered.

Position Specifications

• Full time, exempt position.
• Hybrid work from a home-based office and travel to medical clinics in their assigned geography.
• Candidates must reside in the Rogue Valley, OR (greater Medford, Grants Pass, Ashland area).
• The role requires regular day and overnight travel throughout an assigned region to attend team retreats, site visits, and meetings in Oregon and Washington.
• In addition, there are up to two national meetings a year that also require travel.
• Valid driver's license and access to personal vehicle for reimbursed work travel is required.
• While Reach Out and Read does not currently require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, Reach Out and Read program sites may require vaccinations and will consequently require the individual in this role to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to perform the duties of the position.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary will be competitive with similar roles at non-profit organizations of comparable size, and you will receive a robust benefits package. The salary range for this position is $63,000-$68,000. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with match, paid time off, and more.

Commitment to Diversity

Reach Out and Read is committed to building an organization that embraces diversity, pursues equity, and fosters an environment of inclusion. ROR sits at the intersection of health and education, uniquely positioned to play a critical role in addressing systemic disparities and inequities in the public health framework. ROR strives to be an antiracist organization, using its influence to fight against social injustice by supporting a culture of learning, empowerment, equity, and a deep appreciation for the unique experiences that we each bring to our communities.

About Reach Out and Read

Founded in 1989, Reach Out and Read is a national non-profit organization working to ensure all families have the opportunity to create meaningful everyday moments through shared reading aloud and building relationships. By leveraging pediatric care to champion the positive effects of reading daily and distributing books, Reach Out and Read gives young children a foundation for success and reaches 4.4 million children across the country – half of whom identify as BIPOC and two-thirds of whom come from low-income families.

The Impact

• Reach Out and Read program sites are located in 6,200 clinics, safety net hospitals, medical systems, and other healthcare settings in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
• Reach Out and Read serves 4.4 million children and their families annually.
• More than 7.1 million new, developmentally appropriate books are integrated into well child visits with families annually.
• 36,000 clinicians currently participate in Reach Out and Read.
• Our peer-reviewed body of evidence demonstrates that Reach Out and Read parents are two-and-a-half times more likely to read regularly to their children, and that children experiencing Reach Out and Read show enhanced language development.

To learn more about Reach Out and Read, visit www.reachoutandread.org.

ROR is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Reach Out and Read is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or veteran status. Reach Out and Read is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act and we are committed to making special accommodations for your interview or work as a member of our team. If specific accommodations are needed, please email HR@reachoutandread.org and our HR team will work to accommodate your needs.