[Remote] Public Health & Policy Internship

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. J Ellington Publishing LLC is focused on addressing global health challenges through innovative solutions. The Public Health & Policy Internship involves working with leadership to conduct research, develop policies, and implement health interventions aimed at improving mental health and reducing loneliness. Responsibilities • Conduct Evidence-Based Research: • Review peer-reviewed literature on purpose, loneliness, and health outcomes • Analyze existing data from Voice Up's 14+ case studies showing health transformation • Identify connections between purpose intervention and specific health metrics • Document how authentic connection reduces healthcare utilization and costs • Research social determinants of health related to isolation and disconnection • Explore health disparities across demographics, cultures, and socioeconomic groups • SPORTS & MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS: Research connections between athletic participation, identity, and mental health outcomes • Investigate mental health challenges specific to athletes (performance anxiety, injury recovery, retirement transition, identity loss) • Study sports as intervention for depression, anxiety, and social isolation • Analyze barriers to mental health care in athletic communities and stigma reduction strategies • Measure Impact & Outcomes: • Design research protocols measuring health improvements from Voice Up interventions • Develop surveys and assessment tools tracking mental health, physical health, and wellbeing • Create data collection systems for ongoing impact measurement • Analyze quantitative and qualitative health data • Build evidence base demonstrating cost-effectiveness of purpose-based interventions • Produce reports showing measurable health transformation • SPORTS & MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS: Design athlete-specific mental health assessments and screening tools • Track mental health outcomes for athletes using purpose-based interventions • Measure impact of sports participation on depression, anxiety, and social connection • Document athlete transition experiences (retirement, injury, career change) and mental health trajectories • Literature Reviews & Meta-Analysis: • Synthesize existing research on loneliness, purpose, and chronic disease • Identify gaps in current public health approaches to isolation • Review successful community health interventions globally • Document best practices in preventive health and wellness programs • Create annotated bibliographies supporting policy recommendations • SPORTS & MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS: Review research on athlete mental health, sports psychology, and performance • Analyze studies on sports as mental health intervention for general population • Examine mental health stigma in athletic culture and successful reduction strategies • Research youth sports and psychological development, resilience, and identity formation • Policy Development & Advocacy: • Create Policy Frameworks: • Draft policy briefs connecting purpose intervention to health outcomes • Develop recommendations for integrating purpose-based approaches into healthcare systems • Write white papers on addressing loneliness as public health priority • Create legislative language for purpose and connection initiatives • Design policy proposals for funding preventive health interventions • Build advocacy toolkits for community health organizations • SPORTS & MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS: Draft policies for mandatory mental health resources in athletic programs (high school, college, professional) • Create frameworks for integrating mental health screening in sports medicine • Develop policy recommendations for athlete mental health education and stigma reduction • Write proposals for funding sports-based mental health interventions in underserved communities • Healthcare System Integration: • Research how purpose interventions can integrate with existing care models • Identify reimbursement pathways for community connection programs • Develop frameworks for measuring ROI of preventive interventions • Create partnership models between healthcare providers and community organizations • Design training protocols for healthcare professionals in purpose-based care • SPORTS & MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS: Design integration of mental health services within athletic training facilities • Create models for sports medicine and mental health collaboration • Develop training for coaches, athletic trainers, and sports staff in mental health first aid • Build frameworks for referring athletes to mental health care without stigma • Government & Institutional Advocacy: • Research federal, state, and local health initiatives addressing isolation • Identify policymakers and stakeholders interested in preventive health • Draft testimony and briefing materials for legislative hearings • Create presentations for public health departments and healthcare systems • Build relationships with policy organizations focused on mental health and wellness • SPORTS & MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS: Advocate for NCAA and professional sports league mental health policies • Engage with state athletic associations on mental health standards • Partner with sports organizations (IOC, Olympic committees, professional leagues) on mental health initiatives • Create advocacy materials for youth sports organizations implementing mental health support • Program Development & Implementation: • Design Health Interventions: • Create scalable programs addressing loneliness and purpose disconnection • Develop culturally-appropriate interventions for diverse communities • Design training curricula for community health workers and peer facilitators • Build assessment tools measuring program effectiveness • Create implementation guides for schools, workplaces, and community organizations • SPORTS & MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS: Design mental health programs for athletic departments (high school, college, professional) • Create peer support models for athletes addressing mental health challenges • Develop sports-based interventions using athletic participation to address depression and anxiety • Build transition programs for retiring athletes addressing identity and purpose loss • Community Health Partnerships: • Identify potential partner organizations (nonprofits, health systems, universities) • Develop collaboration frameworks for program implementation • Create resource materials for community-based health initiatives • Design pilot programs testing intervention effectiveness • Build evaluation systems tracking health outcomes in real-world settings • SPORTS & MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS: Partner with athletic departments, sports teams, and leagues on mental health initiatives • Collaborate with sports medicine organizations integrating mental health care • Build relationships with athlete advocacy groups and mental health organizations • Create partnerships with youth sports organizations implementing mental health support • Educational Resource Development: • Write educational materials on connection between purpose and health • Create infographics, fact sheets, and presentation materials • Develop workshops and training modules for public health professionals • Build online resources explaining evidence-based health interventions • Design campaigns raising awareness about loneliness as health crisis • SPORTS & MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS: Create educational materials for athletes on mental health and help-seeking • Develop training modules for coaches on recognizing mental health warning signs • Design mental health literacy programs for athletic departments and teams • Build resources for families of athletes supporting mental health needs • Strategic Communications & Knowledge Translation: • Translate Research to Practice: • Write accessible summaries of complex health research • Create case studies documenting health transformation stories • Develop messaging connecting purpose interventions to health outcomes • Produce content for public health audiences and general public • Build communications strategies for policy advocacy campaigns • Stakeholder Engagement: • Present research findings to health organizations, funders, and policymakers • Write grant proposals supporting program expansion and research • Create partnership materials for healthcare systems and community organizations • Develop thought leadership content establishing Voice Up as public health innovator • Engage with academic institutions interested in collaborative research Skills • Passion for public health addressing root causes of disease and disconnection • Research skills with ability to analyze quantitative and qualitative health data • Systems thinking understanding how policy, healthcare, and community intersect • Empathy and understanding of mental health challenges and social isolation • Strong writing skills translating complex research into accessible language • Commitment to health equity and addressing disparities • Self-motivation in remote, collaborative environment • Public health, health policy, epidemiology, or health sciences background • Research experience including literature reviews, data analysis, survey design • Policy writing or advocacy experience • Understanding of healthcare systems and health policy • Experience with community health programs or health education • Multilingual abilities highly valued (Spanish, French, Mandarin, Korean, Arabic, Portuguese, etc.) • Familiarity with social determinants of health and health equity frameworks • Portfolio of research papers, policy briefs, or health communications work Benefits • Stipend opportunities Company Overview • Our mission is to transform how families support a better way for a healthier life. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in Plainfield, IN, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is https://www.ellingtonbooks.com/leadership. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job