Explore advocacy job opportunities that champion causes and drive meaningful change. These roles involve representing individuals, groups, or organizations, working to influence policy and public opinion. Advocacy professionals are vital in sectors like law, healthcare, social work, and environmental protection. They require excellent communication, negotiation, and research skills.2,861 Advocacy jobs in the United States
Advocacy Representative
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REQUIREMENTS:
- Undergraduate Degree in the field of social work, psychology, or a related field or a combination of experience, demonstrated knowledge and/or education may be substituted for a degree.
- Experience in working with people with disabilities, particularly developmental disabilities.
- Understanding of issues related to services for people with developmental disabilities, laws and regulations regarding service delivery, and ability to advocate for people with disabilities to ensure adequate support for people with disabilities.
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
- Good computer skills and ability to learn and utilize technology.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to be on call
DUTIES AND RESPONIBILITIES:
Reporting directly to the Director of Advocacy, the Advocacy Representative is required to perform the following duties:
- Ensure that individuals for whom The Arc serves as guardian or alternative decision makers are receiving the appropriate supports and services in the community to secure food, clothing, shelter and other needs through a person-centered approach.
- As needed or invited, attend court proceedings, Person Centered Planning meetings, Individualized Education Planning meeting, intakes or additional meetings as needed for individuals for whom The Arc serves as guardian or alternative decision maker.
- Ensure that all federal and state benefits available to the individual are applied for and maintained.
- Manage benefits along with the Representative Payee to ensure that all federal and state benefits are distributed in accordance with the individual’s budget.
- Maintain communication with all parties involved and return all phone calls within a timely manner.
- Coordinate with other agencies to ensure that services are delivered using a person-centered approach.
- Cooperate with other departments of The Arc to ensure that services are properly delivered, and that company policies and procedures reflect the mission of The Arc.
- Maintain effective communication between The Arc, other human service agencies, the court system and the individual’s circle of support.
- Visit each individual quarterly or as instructed by alternative decision maker documents to assess their wellbeing and address any needs and provide documentation in a timely manner.
- Complete and submit annual reports and all renewals in a timely manner.
- Complete all case notes, reports, renewals, billings, and accountings in a timely manner.
- Participate in a rotation for the On-Call Crisis phone as directed by a supervisor.
- Participate in fundraising activities.
- Serve on committees as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
$20.00 per hour
8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday
40 hours per week
Advocacy Manager
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CAIR-SFBA is recruiting for an experienced and accomplished candidate for its Advocacy Manager position. The ideal candidate for this role should have at minimum five years of non-profit, campaign, or community organizing experience, focused on building power in communities, using multiple strategies, with a focus on challenging racism and inequity.
The position will oversee the organization's community engagement and policy work, bridging issues across our legal services and programs work.
Title: Advocacy Manager
Reporting Relationships: Reports to the Executive Director. Oversees the work of the Policy Coordinator, Community Engagement Coordinator, and Community Canvassers.
Schedule Type: Full-Time (Exempt). Frequent evenings and weekends required for programming.
Location: Based in CAIR's Santa Clara office. CAIR staff are currently working a hybrid schedule, with three days in-person and two days remote. Requires some travel throughout the Bay Area (vehicle, insurance, and driver's license required).
- Civic Engagement
- Leading CAIR-SFBA's voter mobilization efforts, including voter registration, education, and communication
- Leading efforts to engage Bay Area Muslims in policy advocacy through online and in-person efforts
- Overseeing and participating in efforts to build relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials
- Community Outreach
- Developing and executing plans for purposeful community outreach, using both online and in-person strategies
- Identifying and building holistic and reciprocal relationships with new organizational partners
- Speaking at community and allied events about the importance of community engagement and the fight for civil rights
- Communications
- Partnering with the Communications Manager to plan and implement communications and narrative change campaigns related to CAIR-SFBA's advocacy efforts
- Management
- Managing and mentoring the CAIR-SFBA Community Engagement and Policy staff
- Leading internal educational efforts on CAIR-SFBA's advocacy and legislative priorities
- Working with the Executive Director to develop campaigns that cut across CAIR's various work areas and strategies
- Reviewing and making recommendations about external campaigns and/or partnership requests to ensure feedback is elicited from relevant stakeholders and decisions align with organizational capacity and focus
- Participate in CAIR-SFBA's Management Team, including regular meetings, advice to executives, and facilitation of organizational goals
Other duties as assigned, dependent on organizational needs and employee skills. All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties, such as answering phones, weekly outreach, fundraising, and other office tasks.
Qualifications
- A strong commitment to civil rights and CAIR's mission
- Five years of non-profit, campaign, or community organizing experience, focused on building power in communities via multiple strategies, including at minimum two years of experience managing staff and/or volunteers
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential job duties
- Experience developing and executing advocacy strategies to transform policies and public systems
- Demonstrated track record of successful project and staff management
- Demonstrated success in delivering high-quality work product on a consistent, reliable basis in a fast-paced work environment with ambitious goals
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work with diverse communities, leaders, and staff
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to take on responsibilities independently with only general supervision
- Ability to multi-task under deadlines and work well under pressure
- Access to a working vehicle and the ability to drive throughout the greater Bay Area. Must also be able to travel nationally, statewide, and/or locally on occasion
- Basic computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office, MS Outlook, etc.
- Knowledge of cloud and customer relations applications, such as Network for Good, Office365, and social media applications
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in Adobe Acrobat, Asana, Canva, Constant Contact, and WordPress
- Experience working with the American Muslim community
- Experience working with non-profit organizations
- Conversational proficiency in Arabic, Dari, or Urdu
Compensation
- Compensation in the range of $92,888-116,086, commensurate with experience
- Fully paid Kaiser Health Insurance and Blue Cross PPO Dental Plan for employee and dependents
- 3% retirement matching contribution
- 12 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and 12 vacation days
To Apply
Please submit (1) a cover letter discussing your interest in the position, (2) your resume, and (3) the names and contact information of three references, using the link below.
CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.
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Patient Advocacy Coordinator
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Align yourself with an organization with a reputation for excellence. Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation's Consumer Choice Award 19 times for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We were also awarded the Advisory Board Company's Workplace of the Year. This recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, paid vacation, and a 403 (b). Join Us! Discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America's Best Hospitals.
**What you will be doing:**
**What you will be doing in this role:**
Under the direction of Patient Advocacy leadership in the Office of Patient Experience, the Patient Advocacy Coordinator is responsible for assisting in and carrying out the daily activities of the Section, with special emphasis on the organization's complaint and feedback process. Acting as a liaison between Administration and the complainant, or Health Plans, the Patient Advocacy Coordinator works closely with relevant collaborators from across the organization in the coordination and management of patient complaints and grievances by ensuring documentation, investigation, resolution and follow-up in accordance with organizational policy, accreditation, regulatory and licensing requirements. Responsibilities include coordinating the daily activities of the department as they relate to complaints and grievances lodged by health plans, admitted, or discharged patients, including providing on-site rounds with patients and families, and handling high profile and/or complex situations by serving as an intermediate link between the complainant and management. Key responsibilities of this position include staff training and mentoring; assists with outreach, and education regarding grievance processes with key partners; data maintenance and production/analysis of data reports related to the patient complaint and grievance process. I this role you:
+ Act as a liaison between the patient/family, Health Plans, Medical Staff Officers, Senior Leadership, service line and nursing management in the execution of the patient complaint and grievance processes.
+ Provide on-site rounds, meeting face to face with patients and families to assist in addressing concerns at the point of care and working collaboratively with clinical staff to document, call out, and resolve issues as appropriate.
+ Analyze the level of complaint(s) and determine appropriate interventions and escalations to unit management, Executives, Department Chairs, Peer Review, or Executive Leadership, ensuring all concerns are thoroughly assessed. Coordinates Patient Complaint and Grievance Process assuring timely and accurate triage, acknowledgment, follow-up, response and closure of complaints and grievances. Review follow-up responses to assure the complainants concerns are appropriately addressed, seeks out additional information as needed. In addition, judgment and experience are employed when preparing and signing acknowledgments and follow-up response letters. Assures the complainants concerns are appropriately addressed.
+ Work collaboratively with relevant partners including Medical Affairs, Risk Management, Legal Affairs, Privacy Office, Patient Financial Services, and others to provide thorough resolution and outcome to the nuances within complaints and grievances.
+ Perform accurate and timely data entry of all complaint information into the corresponding system databases. Establishes and maintains uniform, organized filing system and database records.
+ Refer all complaints and compliments in accordance with established process. Reports follow-up findings for MD Feedback cases to Medical Staff Leadership on a recurring basis.
+ Monitor expected turnaround for follow-up responses, documents and subsequent interactions with complainants in the corresponding systems.
+ Act as a resource and serves to educate others within the institution regarding the grievance process; shares knowledge and guidance regarding de-escalation and conflict resolution and handling customer service issues.
+ Assist in the development and presentation of educational outreach material, as needed. Including giving presentations regarding the complaint/grievance process, insurance grievances, or CS-Safe data reports related to the complaint/grievance process.
+ Provide initial training and ongoing mentoring of new staff within the Patient Advocacy Department, serves as a role model and mentor for exemplary customer service. Serves as a source of advice, knowledge, guidance and direction in handling patient service issues and complaints. Primary Duties and Responsibilities
+ Performs other duties as assigned. This includes performing clerical duties as needed including, coordination and implementation of processes and programs foundational to the mission of the Office of Patient Experience and Cedars-Sinai.
**Qualifications**
**Requirements:**
+ High school diploma/GED required. Associate of Arts or Sciences degree in business, healthcare or similar major preferred. Bachelor's degree a plus.
+ A minimum of two years' experience in a customer service-related position handling customer complaints required.
+ One year of experience in a healthcare setting with general knowledge of hospital systems and functions preferred.
**Why work here?**
Cedars-Sinai takes pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
**Req ID** : 12232
**Working Title** : Patient Advocacy Coordinator
**Department** : Patient Advocacy
**Business Entity** : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
**Job Category** : Patient Services
**Job Specialty** : Patient Relations
**Overtime Status** : NONEXEMPT
**Primary Shift** : Day
**Shift Duration** : 8 hour
**Base Pay** : $33.58 - $52.05
Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.
Director, Patient Advocacy
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This position offers a base salary typically between $170,000 and $269,000. The position may be eligible for a role specific variable or performance-based bonus and or other compensation elements. For an overview of our benefits please click here.
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As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.
The Director, Patient Advocacy & Professional Relations is accountable for the assigned Therapeutic Area (TA), integrated Patient Advocacy & Professional Relations (PAR) across-asset strategy, oversight, leadership, budget and execution, including close collaboration across Patient Experience & Advocacy (PE&A) organization, Patient Excellence, external and cross-functional internal and global stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives and PE&A vision/priorities. This key strategic leader is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with both patient communities and selected healthcare professional organizations. This dual-focused role ensures that the voice of patients and professionals are integrated into drug development, medication education, and go to market strategy.
This role is based on-site at our Ridgefield, CT location with hybrid flexibility of 2-3 days per week on-site.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develops and leads the effective execution of integrated, prioritized PAR TA strategy & initiatives, including achievement of objectives, enabling Boehringer Ingelheim as a leader in the TA
- Leads and manages with a global perspective, ensuring that there is open and proactive communication with global patient advocacy colleagues in Ingelheim so that global patient advocacy initiatives include US perspective and are well coordinated
- Drives a strategic, prioritized and integrated TA/asset/cross-PE&A approach to ICP, launch readiness, working closely with PE&E Directors and PX to drive synergies/optimize output
- Develops and manages patient advocacy budgets and monitor expenditures, revising spend as needed
- Oversees budget accountability of direct reports across all TAs
- Drives team's successful and timely execution of external partnerships, collaborations and sponsorships, identifies synergies and supports opportunities that advance Boehringer's business objectives and the objectives of the non-profit organizations
- Leads point of contact with asset/brand/medical/Value & Access leadership and represents PE&A/PAR Team in relevant meetings/workstreams
- Collaborates with leadership to develop communication recommendations, and point of view for policy matters and issues across therapeutic areas
- Leads a team of professionals, ensuring alignment with company goals, through coaching, regular feedback, mentoring, performance management, career development change management, strategic thinking, career development, talent management, retention and create a high impact, high performing team
- Works closely with legal, compliance and cross-functional team to ensure efficiency and adherence to all compliance, legal and company policy requirements related to external partnerships, collaborations and sponsorships
- Drives cross-PE&A/TA collaboration, best practice sharing, Patient Excellence teamwork, including innovation and capabilities building
- Ensures leveraging of patient insights learned from the patient community to influence and shape therapeutic areas
- Champions team to incorporate patient perspectives into all appropriate initiatives and areas of business including disease education programs, clinical trial design, research collaborations, etc
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required; Advanced degree or MBA preferred in health care administration, public health, or social work with a focus on healthcare or patient advocacy or related field
- Ten-plus (10+) years in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or associated industry
- Strong leadership and demonstrated team management abilities
- Strategic thinking, strategic partnerships, problem solving, account management
- "Coach player" mindset: Strong leadership and coaching skills to provide guidance, mentorship and development
- Proven ability to prioritize, exhibit critical decision-making, possess learning agility, build relationships and influence outcomes both with and without authority
- Strong experience in cultivating and building relationships with key stakeholders including leadership, and external partners
- Expert knowledge in the following areas is preferred: patient advocacy, professional relations, patient engagement, government relations, marketing, and philanthropy
- Understanding of brand and franchise needs, including relevant scientific, medical, economic and policy-related matters related to company's therapeutic areas
- Demonstrates expert-level communication skills and executive level communication and presence
- Possesses diversified and transferable talents; maneuvers well to get things done; knows where to go to get what s/he needs; solicits input and involves others in issues that will impact them
- Knows the broad communication and marketing functions and the mission-critical technical and functional skills needed to do the job; excellent writing and editing skills
- Appreciates the impact of digital and social media and has successfully navigated that territory to support a business and a brand
- Domestic and international travel = up to 30%
Eligibility Requirements
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- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
- Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
- Must be 18 years of age or older
Our Company
Why Boehringer Ingelheim?
With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.
Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.
Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.
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VP - Health Advocacy
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VP Health Advocacy
Venn is seeking a Vice President to join its health policy practice as a full-time lobbyist. Candidates must have 7+ years of experience as a congressional staffer or lobbyist with expertise in health care advocacy, including legislative or regulatory work. Applicants should have an established track record of legislative or regulatory successes and have close working relationships with Congressional staff from both parties and staff in the Administration.
About Venn Strategies
Venn Strategies is a fast-paced, nationally recognized full-service government and public affairs firm based in Washington, DC. Our record of success reflects our broad working relationships, strategic expertise, and impeccable bipartisan reputation across the policy and political spectrum.
We offer our clients a range of services focused on advocacy, issue management, coalition management, grassroots engagement, alliance development, and strategic advisory services. Specializing in critical infrastructure, health care, tax, economic policy, financial services, and trade, Venn strikes a critical balance between providing the depth and breadth of a major political powerhouse and the personal attention and engagement that only a principal-driven boutique can offer.
Required Experience
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- Service on Capitol Hill or experience lobbying Congress
- Competency in one or more subject areas related to health policy
- Mapping and executing a strategy for achieving client/project goals
- Contributing to client and advocacy meetings confidently with desired outcomes
Responsibilities
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- Effectively engage with staff on the Hill and in the Administration to support client and firm goals
- Demonstrate the ability to independently generate clear federal advocacy deliverables.
- Anticipate client and project needs and engage internal and external assets to meet them.
- Effectively communicate complex political dynamics to clients verbally and in writing.
- Identify challenges to reach targeted objectives and proactively design a strategy/engage resources to seek alternative approaches.
- Show clear initiative in bringing policy ideas to the management team and clients to achieve client business goals.
- Demonstrate superlative analytical and communication skills, both written and oral.
Requirements
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- Bachelor's degree (focus on public health or related discipline preferred)
- Be enthusiastic and hardworking, capable of multitasking and working simultaneously on multiple projects.
- Must be able to function well on a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Uphold a professional image with external and internal business contacts.
- Work ethically and with integrity, including maintaining client and firm confidentiality.
- Maintain the highest level of discretion with confidential and sensitive information.
- Effective problem-solving to resolve routine client questions and critical thinking skills to anticipate client needs.
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Venn's employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable law. Venn is an equal opportunity employer.
If you require an alternative method of application or screening, please contact Human Resources.
AVP-Advocacy Texas
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+ **Department:** Administration
+ **Location** : Ascension Texas-Austin, Texas
+ Eligible for an annual bonus incentive
Ascension Texas has a great new opportunity and hiring AVP Advocacy!
Associate Vice President, Advocacy is a key leader responsible for shaping and implementing the advocacy strategy at both state and local levels for each of Ascension's Ministries to promote the mission of Ascension and advance the organization's goals. In collaboration with the Head of State Ministries for Advocacy, AVP Advocacy plays a critical role in developing and executing the state and local advocacy agenda, and contributes significantly to the national advocacy efforts for the ministry. This role also provides essential input for Ascension's national and federal legislative and regulatory strategy.
**Benefits**
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer._
**Responsibilities**
Responsible for managing legislative and regulatory professionals and external consultants to support advocacy efforts. Building and maintaining relationships with key political leaders, community leaders, and trade association leaders is essential to influence policy, identify opportunities, and further Ascension's mission.
**Strategic Development and Implementation:**
+ Develop and implement state and local advocacy strategies aligned with Ascension's national goals.
+ Collaborate with the Ministry Market Chief Executive and senior team to ensure advocacy strategies are integrated into broader operational and strategic plans.
+ Draft and recommend state and local advocacy strategies for approval by the Ministry Market Chief Executive and Ascension's Chief Advocacy Officer.
**Policy Analysis and Advocacy:**
+ Monitor and engage in state and local health policy and regulatory issues; collaborate with national advocacy leaders on developing comments and responses.
+ Analyze legislation and regulations, recommend policy positions, and develop strategies to engage with relevant policymakers to influence legislative outcomes.
+ Serve as a representative for the Ministry at state and local advocacy events, foster relationships with elected officials and key stakeholders to advance Ascension's constructive reputation and engagement.
+ Advocate for Ascension's interests at the state, and local levels with support to federal efforts.
**Collaboration and Coordination:**
+ Work with the national advocacy team to align state and local efforts with system priorities.
+ Coordinate with internal teams, primarily with market Communications partner but including finance, operational, and strategy departments, to ensure a cohesive advocacy approach.
+ Partner with external policy consultants and manage contracts to enhance the Ministry's advocacy capabilities.
**Relationship Management:**
+ Establish and maintain relationships with key political figures, including governors' office & executive branch officials, state and local legislators, and federal offices in support of the Federal Advocacy team, as well as other influential stakeholders.
+ Engage with community and association leaders to advocate for Ascension's federal and state policy priorities.
+ Work with Ministry Market leadership to understand the needs of the market and strengthen connections with local, state, and federal officials.
**Leadership and Supervision:**
+ Manage relationships with external policy consultants to achieve advocacy objectives and to maximize Ascensions opportunities at the state and local levels.
+ Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders on advocacy progress, legislative developments, and regulatory changes.
+ Serve on internal leadership groups, sharing information with other teams of the foreseeable policy and regulatory impacts of operational and strategic decisions.
+ Serve as an active member of the Advocacy Ministry Wide Function team, contributing to its direction and strategy.
**Communication and Compliance:**
+ Collaborate closely and drive alignment with the Ministry Market Senior Director of Communications to develop and refine advocacy messaging.
+ Educate the senior leadership team in market on compliance issues related to advocacy.
+ Contribute to advocacy-related publications to advance Ascension's brand awareness and value perception.
**Metrics and Evaluation:**
+ Develop and implement metrics aligned to business and team to evaluate the impact of Advocacy efforts.
+ Record successes and challenges in real time using resources supplied by Advocacy colleagues.
+ Regularly report on Advocacy activities and outcomes to the Ministry Market Chief Executive and Advocacy system leadership, demonstrating links to the goals and objectives of the team and Ascension.
**Qualifications**
+ Deep understanding of Ascension's mission, vision, and values; ability to integrate, execute and implement them into advocacy strategy.
+ Extensive experience in policy development, legislative analysis, and advocacy, preferably within the healthcare sector.
+ Established, strong relationships with relevant political, community and association personnel in the Ministry market
+ Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
+ Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to achieve strategic objectives.
+ Experience managing professional staff and external consultants.
+ Knowledge of compliance issues related to advocacy for not-for-profit organizations.
+ Strong affinity for working across teams to lead through advocacy in achieving Ascension's goals and objectives.
**Requirements**
Education:
+ Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 4 of those years being in leadership/management.
**Additional Preferences**
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**Why Join Our Team**
Ascension associates are key to our commitment of transforming healthcare and providing care to all, especially those most in need. Join us and help us drive impact through reimagining how we can deliver a people-centered healthcare experience and creating the solutions to do it. Explore career opportunities across our ministry locations and within our corporate headquarters.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
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Patient Advocacy Manager
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COMPANY BACKGROUND
GondolaBio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing next-generation therapeutics for genetic diseases. Originally launched as BridgeBioX, a subsidiary of BridgeBio, GondolaBio secured $300M in private financing from external investors in 2024 and became an independent company within the BridgeBio ecosystem. The company aims to leverage cutting-edge biological research to create breakthrough medicines addressing high unmet needs across multiple therapeutic areas, including neurology, pulmonology, cardiology, nephrology, and endocrinology. Located on the Stanford Life Sciences campus, GondolaBio fosters a unique hybrid environment where top scientists from around the world collaborate with senior leadership and advisors, blending industry expertise with academic innovation.
To learn more, visit us at gondolabio.com
Who You Are
Putting patients first is a core value of GondolaBio, Inc. We are committed to engaging patients, families, caregivers, and community advocates throughout the drug development process to understand their challenges and priorities, adapting our efforts to meet their needs.
Reporting to the Director of Patient Advocacy, the Patient Advocacy Manager/Senior Manager will build and maintain productive, enduring relationships with patient advocacy organizations and community leaders while providing operational and project coordination support for GondolaBio's patient advocacy function.
This role will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and support educational programming that addresses patient, caregiver, and community needs while promoting innovation and access. The position involves implementing communication strategies to share GondolaBio-developed resources, program updates, and other relevant information with the patient community.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Patient Advocacy across multiple GondolaBio development programs at various stages, ensuring patient voices remain central to our mission.
Requirements:Responsibilities
- Champion a people-first mentality by amplifying the patient and caregiver voice across internal teams
- Integrate patient stories, experiences, and unmet needs into company communications, activities, and materials
- Build and nurture relationships with patient communities through activities of mutual interest
- Develop and implement patient advocacy operations, communication platforms, and strategic activities in collaboration with development, operations, medical, legal, compliance, communications, and commercial teams
- Partner with Patient Advocacy, Medical Affairs, Business Development, and Communications teams to streamline external messaging and coordinate communication plans
- Plan and organize external meetings and events tailored to specific requirements, target audiences, and strategic objectives
- Provide comprehensive meeting and logistics preparation, including agenda development and material coordination
- Manage financial processes and reimbursement activities for external stakeholder engagements, including Advisory Board and Task Force meetings
- Provide logistical and operational support for grant and sponsorship processes
- Collaborate with internal departments and third parties to create, manage, and process statements of work, purchase orders, master service agreements, and other confidential departmental records
- Handle highly confidential and sensitive business matters with discretion
- Complete project administration responsibilities and additional assignments as directed
Education, Experience & Skills Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a relevant field is required (e.g., life sciences); a post-graduate degree in counseling, social work, genetic counseling, public health, nursing, pharmacy, or life sciences strongly valued
- A minimum of 2-years in patient advocacy/advocacy relations, non-profit experience or a similar function is preferred
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships with patient advocacy organizations, professional associations, individuals living with conditions and their families, and other stakeholders are required
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills are required; the candidate should be flexible, personable, and easily collaborate with colleagues and advocates
- A passion for helping the patient community
- The ability to travel up to 10-15% is required
At GondolaBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process. GondolaBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.
The base pay range for this position is $40,000 to 180,000 per year. The actual compensation offered will be determined based on a number of job-related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, and location. A bonus plan and equity will also be offered.
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Director- Scientific Advocacy
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CooperSurgical is a leading fertility and women's healthcare company dedicated to putting time on the side of women, babies, and families at the healthcare moments that matter most in life. As a division of CooperCompanies, we're driven by a unified purpose to enable patients to experience life's beautiful moments. Guided by our shared values - dedicated, innovative, friendly, partners, and do the right thing - our offerings support patients throughout their lifetimes, from contraception to fertility and birth solutions, to women's and family care, and beyond. We currently offer over 600 clinically relevant medical devices to healthcare providers, including testing and treatment options, as well as an innovative suite of assisted reproductive technology and genomic testing solutions. Learn more at .
Work location: Rockville, MD (on-site)
Scope: This is a high-impact role that requires a visionary leader with the ability to integrate the critical domains of health care economics, market access and scientific affairs through deep cross-functional collaboration and by managing a multi-disciplinary team.
Job Summary:
The Director of Scientific Advocacy will lead health care economics, market access and scientific affairs at CSI. They will be responsible for elevating the scientific leadership of CSI through these functions via publication and knowledge dissemination, engagement with public and private payors and collaboration with industry coalition. They will lead a team to support the global commercial segments.
Advocacy Coordination Team Specialist
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Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America's Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies
Certified as a Great Place to Work®
Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
Advocacy Coordination Team Specialist
**PRIMARY PURPOSE** **:** To actively research, resolve, and administer escalated inquires for all lines of business including but not limited to FMLA, Accommodations, and disability claims; and to execute technical and jurisdictional requirements for accurate claims processing, benefit review and interpretation of regulations, financial payment processing, and error correction of complex or high exposure claims.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Analyzes and authorizes claims and determines benefits due pursuant to a plan.
+ Enters and adjusts payments and evaluates file interface to support payment research and resolution.
+ Communicates clearly with claimant and client on all aspects of the claims process including: claim approval, decision authority level to move the call forward, and issue resolution.
+ Facilitates claim resolution with claimant, human resources managers, treating physician's office, client, or other callers.
+ Ensures claims files are coded correctly and that adequate documentation is in the claim.
+ Reviews and analyzes complex medical information (i.e. diagnostic tests, office notes, operative reports, etc.) to determine if the claimant is disabled as defined by the disability plan and take all necessary action to manage claims process to completion.
+ Informs claimants and client of documentation required to process claims, required timeframes, payment information and claims status.
+ Determines benefits due, makes timely claims payments/approvals and adjustments for workers compensation, Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), and other disability offsets.
**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Supports the organization's quality program(s).
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education & Licensing**
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
**Experience**
Three (3) years of related experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required to include two (2) years of disability claims experience. Experience with TAMS, Juris, SMART, SIR, viaOne express, GAIN, or other HR system preferred.
**Skills & Knowledge**
+ Knowledge of ERISA regulations, FMLA, ADAAA, disability procedures and basic clinical terminology.
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills
+ PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
+ Analytical and interpretive skills
+ Excellent interpersonal skills
+ Strong organizational skills
+ Ability to work in a team environment
+ Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
**Mental** **:** Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
**Physical** **:** Computer keyboarding, travel as required
**Auditory/Visual** **:** Hearing, vision and talking
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
**If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.**
**Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see** **sedgwick.com**
Advocacy Coordination Team Specialist
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Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America's Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies
Certified as a Great Place to Work®
Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
Advocacy Coordination Team Specialist
Our teams connect! We collaborate one day a week in the office for a connection day. All candidates must live near one of our centers of excellence:
**Chicago, IL :** 175 W. Jackson Blvd. 12th Fl. Chicago IL 60604
**PRIMARY PURPOSE** **:** Actively researches, resolves, and administers escalated inquires for all lines of business, including but not limited to Family Medical Leave (FMLA), complex paid and unpaid state, military, and company-specific leaves, accommodations, disability and statutory claims. Provides excellent customer service displaying care and empathy to callers regarding claims and executes technical and jurisdictional requirements for accurate claims processing, benefit review and interpretation of regulations, financial payment processing, and error correction of complex or high exposure claims.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Makes independent claim determinations, based on the information received, to approve complex claims or make a recommendation to team lead to deny claims based on the requirements.
+ Analyzes and authorizes leave, accommodation, disability, and statutory claims and determines benefits due pursuant to client plans, and state and federal regulations.
+ Enters and adjusts payments and evaluates file interface to support payment research and resolution.
+ Communicates clearly and professionally with claimant and client on all aspects of the claims process including claim approval, decision authority level to move the call forward, and issue resolution by phone, written correspondence and/or claims system.
+ Facilitates claim resolution and handles escalated calls with claimant, human resources managers, treating physician's office, client, or others with a goal of one-call resolution.
+ Ensures claims files are coded correctly and that adequate documentation is in the claim.
+ Reviews and analyzes complex medical information (i.e. diagnostic tests, office notes, operative reports, etc.) to determine if the claimant is disabled as defined by the disability plan and takes all necessary action to manage claims process to completion.
+ Informs claimants and client of documentation required to process claims, required timeframes, payment information and claims status.
+ Determines benefits due, makes timely and accurate claims payments/approvals and adjustments for workers compensation, Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), and other disability offsets.
+ Maintains professional client relationships and adheres to client specific requirements such as service level expectations, regulatory requirements, and reporting.
+ Meets the organization's quality program(s) minimum requirements.
**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education & Licensing**
High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
**Experience**
Three (3) years of related experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required to include two (2) years of disability claims experience. Experience with SMART, SIR, GAIN, or other HR systems preferred. Experience with TAMS, Juris, viaOne express, and mySedgwick preferred for internal candidates.
**Skills & Knowledge**
+ Knowledge of ERISA regulations, state and federal FMLA, ADAAA, Social Security application procedures, required offsets and deductions, and disability procedures
+ Working knowledge of medical terminology and duration management
+ Proficient computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
+ Exemplary call handling and de-escalation skills
+ Excellent interpersonal communication skills, oral and written
+ Analytical, interpretive, and critical thinking skills
+ Effective decision-making
+ Ability to manage ambiguity
+ Strong organizational and multitasking skills
+ Ability to exercise judgement autonomously within established procedures
+ Ability to work in a team environment
+ Ability to meet or exceed performance competencies as required by program
**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
Required to adhere to a set schedule with established break times. When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
**Mental** : Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
**Physical** : Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods while operating a computer and phone system. Travel as required.
**Auditory/Visual** : Hearing, vision and talking
**NOTE** **:** Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
_As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $22.00 - $24.00 hourly. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits._
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
**If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.**
**Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see** **sedgwick.com**