Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Parkinson's Foundation is dedicated to improving care and advancing research for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. They are seeking an Associate Vice President (AVP), Patient Education to lead the development and delivery of patient-centered educational programs that empower individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s disease.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a comprehensive patient education strategy aligned with the Foundation’s mission and community needs
• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs, webinars, digital and print resources, and community learning initiatives for patients and caregivers
• Create evidence-based, accessible educational content tailored to diverse patient populations and varying health literacy levels
• Ensure all educational materials reflect current clinical guidance, patient-centered best practices, and inclusive language standards
• Identify gaps in patient knowledge and develop innovative resources to address unmet educational needs
• Lead and mentor staff within the Communications department who manage virtual programs and publications, in English and Spanish
• Establish program goals, metrics, and evaluation frameworks to measure impact, engagement, and outcomes
• Manage program budgets, timelines, vendor relationships, and external educational partnerships
• Oversee content review processes to ensure medical accuracy, accessibility compliance, and consistency in messaging
• Work with the Advancement team to oversee local chapter educational programs and collaborate on increased support for educational offerings
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate program delivery
• Expand and optimize digital education platforms, including webinars, podcasts, video content, and resource libraries
• Evaluate emerging technologies and engagement strategies to enhance patient learning experiences and community participation
• Use data and community feedback to continuously improve educational offerings and user experience

Skills

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree in public health, health education, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field preferred
• 8+ years of experience in patient education, health education, community engagement, or nonprofit program leadership
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing educational programs and resources for patient communities
• Strong understanding of health literacy, patient engagement strategies, and culturally responsive education practices
• Experience developing educational content across multiple formats, including print, digital, video, and live programming
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with clinical experts, patients, caregivers, and cross-functional teams
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Experience supervising teams and managing complex projects preferred
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations, accessibility standards, and evidence-based content development practices is a plus
• Bilingual English Spanish speakers strongly encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Includes a comprehensive benefits package

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