Southeast AHEC Regional Program Coordinator

Reporting to the AHEC Director, the Southeast AHEC Regional Program Coordinator supports Illinois AHEC and Rural Health Transformation (RHT) initiatives by developing and coordinating healthcare workforce pipeline programs, fostering community and educational partnerships, engaging students in healthcare career exploration, and supporting grant-funded efforts to strengthen the rural healthcare workforce across Southeast Illinois.

Grant-Funded Position: This position is funded through the Illinois AHEC and Rural Health Transformation (RHT) programs and is contingent upon continued grant funding, organizational needs, and satisfactory performance. Funding is anticipated to continue for a multi-year grant period of up to five years; however, grant funding is awarded and reviewed on an annual basis and is not guaranteed from year to year.

This is a full-time contracted position and is not eligible for hospital employee benefits.

• Coordinate, implement, and evaluate healthcare career pathway and workforce development programs.
• Develop and facilitate student programs, workshops, career fairs, job shadowing opportunities, and healthcare career exploration activities.
• Build partnerships with schools, colleges, healthcare providers, workforce agencies, and community organizations.
• Support AHEC and RHT grant initiatives, ensuring compliance with program objectives and reporting requirements.
• Collect, maintain, and report program and participant data.
• Develop presentations, educational materials, reports, and outreach communications.
• Represent AHEC and Wabash General Hospital at meetings, events, and community activities.
• Support organizational goals while adhering to hospital policies, confidentiality standards, and program requirements.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
  • Free internal prescription program
  • Employer contributions to premiums.
• Retirement Plans
  • 457(b) plan with employer matching.
  • 401(a) plan for employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service
  • Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days.
  • Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work schedules
• Other Benefits
  • Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement
• Additional Perks
  • Wellness programs
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses

At Wabash General Hospital, we are dedicated to putting patients at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, “people you know, helping people you love,” we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion.

We offer services for all generations, striving to be the trusted healthcare destination throughout every stage of life. While we are honored to have received numerous awards recognizing our efforts to be the best, what truly sets us apart is the personalized experience we provide to our patients and their families.

Our compassionate and dedicated team is focused on delivering exceptional, individualized care to support patients and their loved ones every step of the way. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.