Community & Partner Relations Coordinator [3 Days Left]
Company: Upward Health
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: November 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Position Title: Community & Partner Relations Coordinator
Company Overview: Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary
medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team
treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where
a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors,
nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business
Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our
patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs everything
from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety
to accessing medically tailored meals because we know that health
requires care for the whole person. Its no wonder 98% of patients
report being fully satisfied with Upward Health! Job Title & Role
Description: The Community & Partner Relations Coordinator (CPRC)
plays a vital role in embedding Upward Health within the local care
ecosystem. This position is responsible for building and
strengthening relationships with community-based organizations
(CBOs), clinical providers, and ancillary service partners such as
labs and imaging centers. By cultivating these partnerships, the
CPRC helps create a seamless, person-centered network of support
that meets both the clinical and basic needs of our patients. The
CPRC also leads the development and ongoing maintenance of a
robust, up-to-date resource directory to connect patients to
essential servicessupporting our commitment to whole-person care.
Key Responsibilities - Identify and engage key organizations and
influencers to build robust local networks of clinical and
community partners. - Maintain and update partner directories (CBOs
and clinical providers) in Salesforce, aligned to market needs and
service availability. - Ensure external clinical and community
partners meet quality standards and are aligned with patient needs
(e.g., housing, food, transportation). - Serve as the primary
liaison for external partners, including PCPs, specialists, SNFs,
labs, imaging centers, and community organizations. - Facilitate
regular check-ins and feedback loops with partners to align
expectations, monitor progress toward enrollment and quality goals,
and resolve challenges. - Support care teams by sourcing relevant
resources to address UH patients' clinical and social needs.
Develop a strong understanding of application processes for key
community resources (e.g., SNAP, Medicaid, housing assistance), and
support care team training and education to ensure accurate and
efficient completion. Use data driven approach to develop targeted
interventions/campaign that help drive enrollments, improve Annual
Wellness Visits, close quality gaps and reduce readmissions. Skills
Required: - Network development, relationship management and
stakeholder engagement - Experience in healthcare, social services,
or community outreach - Strong verbal and written communication -
CRM/EMR proficiency (Salesforce preferred) - Organizational and
time management skills - Data analysis and interpretation -
Knowledge of social service programs (e.g., SNAP, housing
assistance) Key Behaviors: - Builds trust and rapport with diverse
partners and stakeholders - Takes initiative in outreach and
follow-ups (in-the-field and telephonic) - Displays cultural
sensitivity and community awareness - Demonstrates adaptability in
dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments - Maintains professionalism
in all communications and representations - Provides proactive
support to internal care teams Competencies: Interpersonal
Communication: - Able to connect and communicate effectively with
both clinical and community partners. Collaboration: - Works
closely with care teams and external organizations to align on
goals and ensure smooth patient transitions. Problem Solving: -
Uses data and partner feedback to troubleshoot gaps in care and
improve resource navigation. Technology Proficiency: - Comfortable
using tools like Salesforce and EMRs to manage partner directories
and track outcomes. Community Engagement: - Acts as a liaison
between Upward Health and the local ecosystem, representing the
organization at events and meetings. Attention to Detail: - Ensures
accurate and up-to-date documentation of resources and partner
relationships. Upward Health is proud to be an equal opportunity
employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing
the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. This job
description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to
be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the
position. California pay range $60,000—$65,000 USD Upward Health
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