Employment Opportunities at the Campaign for Better Health Care

The Faith Caucus is statewide and consists of individuals, congregations and denominations of all faiths. The Caucus organizes actions that stress the moral imperative for health care reform.

The Campaign is seeking an experienced organizer to serve as the Faith Community Organizer.

Job Description

Oversee the planning and implementation of Faith Caucus activities for health care justice. These activities include (but are not limited to) advocacy events, trainings, public awareness
initiatives and joint letters.
Build relationships with congregations of various faiths in order to expand the Faith Caucus
Assist Faith Caucus participants in initiating their own projects that express the moral imperative for health care reform
Facilitate communication among Faith Caucus participants
Based upon experience, oversee and coordinate other related initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to grow in responsibilities and develop leadership.

Qualifications
At least two years experience in community organizing or advocacy is required
Experience working with faith communities, especially in interfaith settings
The ability to articulately express the role faith can play in advocacy for health care justice
Initiative and the ability to work successfully with minimal supervision
A positive attitude and the ability to work well with colleagues and be a team player
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
The capacity to multi-task and handle a wide range of responsibilities
Creativity in generating new ideas
Computer and Internet literacy with proficiency in programs such as Word and Excel.

Knowledge of faith organizations is a plus, as is study related to faith, theology or religious history and polity. Proficiency in speaking and writing Spanish is also a plus.

To Apply

Send a resume and cover letter to:

Jonathan VanderBrug

Health Care Justice Director

Campaign for Better Health Care
jvanderbrug@cbhconline.org

Resumes will be considered on an incoming basis, however, so candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

This position is Chicago-based and offers a competitive compensation and benefits, including health care. EOE.

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Lead Organizer - Health Care Justice

Health care is the top domestic issue facing us today, and the issue is receiving more attention from policy makers and the public than ever before. Since its beginning in 1989, the Campaign for Better Health Care (CBHC) has been a leader in addressing the health care crisis and advancing comprehensive reform at the state level.

CBHC is the largest health care advocacy coalition in Illinois working for quality, affordable health care for all in our state. CBHC’s membership is statewide and consists of a broad and diverse array of individuals and organizations. These include consumers, advocacy groups, providers, faith communities, labor and businesses. CBHC brings these interests together in educating the public about the health care crisis, mobilizing grassroots support for reform, analyzing legislation and developing advocacy leaders.

Job Description:

The Lead Organizer for Health Care Justice will work with the Health Care Justice Director and other staff in implementing CBHC’s overall advocacy strategy. This includes the following:

Help plan and lead implementation of statewide advocacy initiatives such as public awareness events, meetings with legislators, postcard and call campaigns and other activities that mobilize grassroots support for health care reform
Recruit new individuals and organizations to participate in these activities
Lead the expansion of the Chicagoland Working Group, organizations from across the metro area that come together regularly to work for health care justice
Help run CBHC’s Chicago Office
Oversee the Story Project, through which individuals advocate for reform by telling their personal stories of struggle with our health care system
Oversee the HelpLine, a toll-free phone number consumers throughout the state can call to receive guidance and information on how to obtain coverage or deal with difficulties in the coverage they currently have
Coordinate the work of downstate organizers so that it is connected to Chicagoland activism and integrated into overall advocacy strategy
Assist in policy assessment and support CBHC’s work with the media
Help fundraise for organizing efforts
Supervise staff, VISTAs and volunteers in the work above
Compete other tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

The Lead Organizer for Health Care Justice should have the following qualifications:

Three or more years experience in community organizing and/or social justice advocacy
Passion for the cause of health care justice and a drive to recruit new participants
Strong supervisory skills and experience
Initiative, follow-through and the ability to handle a wide range of responsibilities with minimal supervision
A positive attitude and the ability to work well with colleagues and be a team player
Strong organizational and communications skills
Computer and Internet literacy with proficiency in programs such as Word and Excel
A vehicle and valid Illinois driver’s license
Proficiency in speaking and writing Spanish is a plus. A Bachelor’s Degree is also a plus.

To Apply:

Send a resume, cover letter and three professional references to:

Jonathan VanderBrug

Health Care Justice Director, CBHC

jvanderbrug@cbhconline.org

Resumes will be considered on an incoming basis, and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. No phone calls or faxes please. This position is Chicago-based and offers a competitive salary and benefits, including health care. EOE.

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Technology and Communications Coordinator

The CBHC Champaign office is looking for an AmeriCorps VISTA to serve as Communications and Technology Coordinator. Specific duties include maintaining and upgrading the CBHC website, helping to develop and implement online communication strategies, and tracking media coverage of CBHC initiatives. Additionally, the VISTA will help with organization-wide fundraising.

Applicants must be 18 and should have a passion for social justice and the desire to serve their community.

Applicants should also possess good communications skills. Media or Public Relations experience is desirable but not required.

Basic computer skills are a must. Web or graphic design experience is a plus.

The VISTA will receive a living stipend from the Americorps program along with health benefits, a relocation stipend, training opportunities, and an education award or cash stipend upon completion of the service year. For more information about VISTA, please visit the AmeriCorps website.

Contact Kathy Nicholas at knicholas@cbhconline.org or by phone at (217) 352-5600 for more information.

Campaign for Better Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Current Openings

Faith Community Organizer – Health Care Justice (Chicago)

Lead Organizer - Health Care Justice (Chicago)

Technology and Communications Coordinator - VISTA (Champaign)