Public Health Intern - Orange County MarketsAt — Arthritis Foundation, Inc.

The Arthritis Foundation is seeking an energetic and passionate public health intern to assist with the growth of the Live Yes! Arthritis Network through working with patients and health care providers in the Orange County & Inland Empire Market.

Our team of dedicated professionals and volunteers are leading the fight for the arthritis community and helping to conquer everyday battles through life-changing information and resources, access to optimal care, advancements in science, and building community connections.

Responsibilities:
Conduct market and prospect research
Partner with volunteers to organize and execute patient educational programs.
Assist with growth of Arthritis Connect Groups
Help plan and execute Juvenile Arthritis initiatives, including summer camps, family retreat weekends and JA Days.
Assist with educational program grant writing.
Ensure healthcare practices have necessary Arthritis Foundation materials
Assist in recruiting new health care providers to become involved with the Arthritis Foundation.
Build partnerships with local medical societies/associations and medical/nursing schools.
Assist with increasing participation in patient reported outcome assessment, Live Yes! Insights
Communicate mission activities with constituents.
Assist in local advocacy efforts.
Promote the Arthritis Foundation’s mission throughout the community * Assist with administrative projects as needed.

Requirements:
Microsoft Office proficiency
Internet savvy with regular and consistent computer and internet access
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated, team player with the ability to meet deadlines, remain flexible, and adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills, with keen attention to details
Must be able to work in a group and independently.

Open to local travel with reliable transportation.

This Public Health internship/ volunteer opportunity will run through semester, with the opportunity to extend if desired. Spring, Summer and fall internships/volunteers are available as well. Occasional evening and weekend work may be needed. This is an unpaid career experience program; course credit may be provided if needed.
For consideration, please send cover letter and resume to lsandoval@arthritis.org

Tasks:

Promotion of Arthritis Foundation services and programs to the general community.
Office tasks that help with Community outreach and Fundraising efforts.
Conduct market and prospect research
Direct contact with volunteers and community organization

Training:

- initial General employer orientation (mandatory).
- weekly scheduled one-on-one mentor meetings.
- job shadowing, workshops/skills training.
- provision of work samples.
- overview/contextualization of assigned tasks.
- training literature reviews.

Learning Outcome:

1. To learn about the overall market growth plan: mission, fundraising and volunteer engagement/leadership.

2. To engage new and old participants, drive registration and raise awareness for the Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Run.

3. To be able to plan and execute a patient education program/community engagement event.