Health Equity Specialist

Alliance Health

. Support Alliance Health’s efforts to identify, reduce, and eliminate health disparities .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $61,439 - $79,871 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in health equity, community outreach, and public health initiatives, with a strong focus on analyzing social determinants of health and implementing targeted interventions. Proficient in project management, communication, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to advance health equity goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Public HealthCommunity Outreach ExperienceCertification In Public HealthKnowledge Of Health DisparitiesStrong Written And Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Community Health PlanningData AnalysisProject ManagementHealth Education InitiativesQuality Management Models

Soft Skills

CollaborationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsFlexibilityPublic Speaking

Tools & Technologies

MS WordPowerPointExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Health CertificationCHESMCHES

Industry Keywords

Health EquitySocial Determinants Of HealthCulturally Appropriate ServicesHealth LiteracyPreventive Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Alliance Health’s efforts to identify, reduce, and eliminate health disparities
Schedule and perform community outreach, engagement, and health education initiatives
Conduct community-based research on health equity, population health, social determinants of health, housing, healthcare access, transportation, economic, and communication issues
Support member outreach strategies for preventive care, chronic disease management, maternal and child health, behavioral health access, and priority quality measures
Monitor health equity standards, Medicaid managed care requirements, accreditation expectations, and disparity-reduction practices
Support strategic planning activities advancing racial and health equity
Assist with state and regulatory deliverables, required processes, tracking, policies, manuals, and procedures
Attend staff, state, workgroup, and community meetings representing Alliance Health
Assess community needs and coordinate Health Equity Department projects and initiatives
Analyze social drivers of health data, identify disparities, and recommend targeted interventions
Assist with training and technical assistance on health equity, cultural humility, bias awareness, language access, disability inclusion, and equitable care delivery
Support accreditation, regulatory, contract, and reporting requirements
Inform Alliance policy development regarding health and other disparities and inequities
Prepare and deliver public presentations, facilitate conversations, and provide health equity education
Develop quality management models, member communication strategies, outreach efforts, reporting, program evaluation, and related projects
Monitor data trends, develop action plans, and recommend corrective actions
Support HEDIS performance initiatives by identifying care gaps, monitoring disparities, and coordinating interventions
Develop and maintain reports, webpage content, presentations, and briefing materials
Coordinate Health Equity Workgroup events, programs, and projects
Advocate for marginalized communities internally and externally
Generate and facilitate health equity training, workshops, and outreach efforts
Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate health equity goals into workflows and performance improvement projects
Participate in assigned workgroups and committees
Travel between Alliance offices and to meetings, events, members, providers, and stakeholders
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public health, education, social sciences, or related field
Two (2) years of experience working in a public health, education, or social science role
One (1) full-time year of work experience in community outreach, community health planning, research, or event planning
Certification in Public Health, CHES, MCHES preferred
Knowledge of social drivers of health, health disparities, culturally and linguistically appropriate services, health literacy, and community-centered approaches to care
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, providers, community organizations, and members from diverse backgrounds
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and deliverables
Proficiency in organizational, time management, project management, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge and skills using MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Ability to maintain confidential communication and use sound business judgment and discretion
Ability to communicate effectively with management, community stakeholders, and outside parties
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends
Satisfactory background and MVR check required after offer acceptance and before start date
Required travel to meet with members, providers, and stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability
Generous retirement savings plan
Flexible work schedules including hybrid/remote options
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holiday, management leave
Dress flexibility