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Director, Communications
- AmeriHealth Caritas (Charleston, SC)
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Your career starts now. We’re looking for the next generation of healthcare leaders.
At AmeriHealth Caritas, we’re passionate about helping people get care, stay well, and build healthy communities. As one of the nation's leaders in healthcare solutions, we offer our associates the opportunity to impact the lives of millions of people through our national footprint of products, services, and award-winning programs. AmeriHealth Caritas is seeking talented, passionate individuals to join our team. Together, we can build healthier communities. If you want to make a difference, we’d like to hear from you.
Headquartered in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with more than 30 years of experience. We deliver comprehensive, outcomes-driven care to those who need it most. We offer integrated managed care products, pharmaceutical benefit management and specialty pharmacy services, behavioral health services, and other administrative services.
Discover more about us at www.amerihealthcaritas.com
*** A South Carolina resident is preferred ***;
Responsibilities:
Responsible for strategic planning and project development to support the implementation of corporate and departmental communication programs.
+ Plans, organizes, and manages the daily operations of the Select Health of South Carolina communications department functions
+ Provides team leadership, associate engagement, and staff development to departmental staff
+ Manages all media inquiries to Select Health of South Carolina
+ Oversees, develops, and controls Select Health of South Carolina's news conferences and media releases
+ Reviews and recommends new and creative opportunities for favorable media coverage and Select Health of South Carolina's image
+ Acts as liaison and spokesperson when necessary
+ Reviews materials produced by internal departments, edits, recommends, and drafts necessary revisions
+ Directs the production and design of all related materials and specialty productions;
+ Develops advertising and communication strategies
+ Identifies and manages communication vendors and contractors
+ Monitors, evaluates, and maintains approved and existing departmental contracts
+ Collaborates with departments in the creation of special and promotional events, seminars, programs, civic and community events, and meetings, acts as lead for internal and external communication purposes
+ Supervises and evaluates an ongoing series of public events to maximize favorable attention for the company’s public mission
+ Ensures all Medicaid-related materials are approved by the SC Department of Health and Human Services
+ Conducts needs assessments, formulates and presents proposals that directly address identified needs, adhering to journalistic, public relations, and advisory standards in accordance with SH’s image ;
+ Responsible for the production of SH’s Annual Report to the Community, assisting in the research, design, writing, and editing of the report, analyzing printing bids, and managing the printing and distribution
+ Oversees the design and production of all audio, visual, and printed presentations and Select Health of South Carolina's collateral materials, including materials directed to members, providers, and the general public
+ Oversees the activities of the Editorial Review Workgroup, ensuring that Select Health of South Carolina's materials are accurate and consistent with corporate image and marketing objectives
+ Assist with the design, development, and implementation of awareness campaigns
+ Monitors and analyzes monthly departmental expenditures and budget variances
* A South Carolina resident is preferred *
Education/Experience:;
+ Bachelor’s Degree in Communications & Marketing or related field **required** ; Master’s Degree preferred
+ Requires:
+ Minimum **five (5) years** of progressively responsible business experience
+ Minimum **three (3) years** of experience in managing a Public Relations or Communications function, preferably in a healthcare setting
+ Proven knowledge of graphic software is preferred
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At AmeriHealth Caritas, everyone can feel valued, supported, and comfortable to be themselves. Our commitment to equity means that all associates have a fair opportunity to achieve their full potential. We put these principles into action every day by acting with integrity and respect. We stand together to speak out against injustice and to break down barriers to support a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Celebrating and embracing the diverse thoughts and perspectives that make up our workforce means our company is more vibrant, innovative, and better able to support the people and communities we serve.
We keep our associates happy so they can focus on keeping our members healthy.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package
Flexible work solutions include remote options, hybrid work schedules, competitive pay, Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays and volunteer events, health insurance coverage for you and your dependents on Day 1, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more.; ; ; ; ;
As a company, we support internal diversity through:
Recruiting. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Our inclusive, equitable approach to recruiting and hiring reinforces our commitment to DEI.
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