The Communications Specialist plays a key support role in developing and executing internal communication strategies that foster employee engagement and alignment with organizational goals. This role focuses on delivering day-to-day communications with oversight from team members, while gaining exposure to a wide range of corporate functions.
Working within a collaborative Communications team, the Communications Specialist supports cross-functional initiatives in partnership with departments such as Executive and Regional Leadership, Human Resources, Marketing, Information Services, Legal, Finance, Compliance, and Clinical Operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drafts and edits internal communication materials, including emails, newsletters, presentations, intranet content, and talking points.
- Maintains internal editorial calendars and assists with scheduling and tracking deliverables.
- Provides logistical and coordination support for internal campaigns and initiatives.
- Monitors communication channels, including the Communications Inbox, and escalates issues as needed.
- Ensures all communications are consistent with brand voice, tone, and visual standards.
- Assists in tracking and reporting on communication metrics to help assess impact and effectiveness.
- Collaborates with senior team members to implement communication plans aligned with business priorities.
- Supports the development and maintenance of internal communication platforms such as the intranet.
- Contributes ideas to enhance employee engagement and improve internal communication processes.
- Participates in team meetings, planning sessions, and cross-functional projects as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
- 1 to 3 years of experience in a communications environment
- BS/BA in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or a related field; MS/MA preferred, but not required
- Excellent communication skills, with highly developed editing, and interviewing /researching skills
- Thorough understanding of multiple communications and production channels
- Recent experience in planning and implementing comprehensive communications plans and projects for a large complex organization and large infrastructure
- Excellent project management skills; ability to manage a number of internal communications projects within strict timelines and rapidly changing environment
- Ability to work effectively with communications department team members.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a team-oriented highly collaborative environment
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
- Proficiency in the English language required
Pay Information
$60,000- 7$0,000 a year plus bonus
Maxim Benefits: Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security:
Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) + Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short and Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal benefits
Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays, Transportation Benefits, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program and Employee Discount Program
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
