Salary Range: $4,693 - $7,180
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Nutrition & Health Screening-Women, Infants and C hildren (WIC) in Portland, OR is recruiting for a WIC MIS Business Manager to provide support with replacing the current management information system (MIS) with a web-based, fully federally compliant system. While this project is being implemented, this position will continue to assure that the business needs and requirements for a new a data system are met in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner. This includes providing technical and strategic input for long range planning, project management, team leadership, and interacting with outside partners and governmental agencies to assure compliance with requirements. For a full position description, click here .
This position is considered Limited Duration (12-17 months).
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are many times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of progressively responsible paraprofessional or technical experience related to the series concept; OR
An Oregon Project Management Associate Certification AND two years of progressively responsible experience related to the series; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field; OR
A Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.
Desired Attributes
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Knowledge of systems development and project management and the related skills required to manage a data development project.
Completion of the State’s Project Management program is highly desirable.
Experience planning and managing support activities in a rapidly changing technical and business environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects and enhancements at once.
WIC experience is highly desirable.
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-126546
Application Deadline: 6/07/2023
May 25, 2023
Full time
Salary Range: $4,693 - $7,180
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Nutrition & Health Screening-Women, Infants and C hildren (WIC) in Portland, OR is recruiting for a WIC MIS Business Manager to provide support with replacing the current management information system (MIS) with a web-based, fully federally compliant system. While this project is being implemented, this position will continue to assure that the business needs and requirements for a new a data system are met in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner. This includes providing technical and strategic input for long range planning, project management, team leadership, and interacting with outside partners and governmental agencies to assure compliance with requirements. For a full position description, click here .
This position is considered Limited Duration (12-17 months).
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are many times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of progressively responsible paraprofessional or technical experience related to the series concept; OR
An Oregon Project Management Associate Certification AND two years of progressively responsible experience related to the series; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field; OR
A Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.
Desired Attributes
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Knowledge of systems development and project management and the related skills required to manage a data development project.
Completion of the State’s Project Management program is highly desirable.
Experience planning and managing support activities in a rapidly changing technical and business environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects and enhancements at once.
WIC experience is highly desirable.
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-126546
Application Deadline: 6/07/2023
Salary Range: $4,182 - $6,118
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Oregon Psilocybin Services (OPS) in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Oregon Psilocybin Services Licensing Program Specialist to provide consultation, technical assistance, and evaluation services for the Oregon Psilocybin Services Licensing Program to verify that license applicants and licensees of manufacturers, facilitators, service centers, and testing laboratories are meeting program requirements as stipulated by statute, administrative rules, policies and procedures, and interpretive guidelines.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
The OHA mission is helping people and communities achieve optimum physical, mental, and social well-being through partnership, prevention and access to quality, affordable health care. OHA’s work is organized into three broad goals: Improve the lifelong health of all Oregonians, increase the quality, reliability, and availability of care for all Oregonians and lower or contain the cost of care so it is affordable to everyone.
What you will do
Ensure Oregonians who meet eligibility criteria have access to safe, effective psilocybin products and psilocybin services.
Ensure overall safety of our communities, with a focus on product and client safety.
Evaluate license and permit applications to determine eligibility based on statutes and administrative rules while providing technical support to applicants and licensees.
Interpret state statutes, rules and regulations for psilocybin licensures, training programs, and the provision of psilocybin services.
Assess application renewals, application denials, and change requests according to licensing program policies and procedures.
Provide support to the Oregon Psilocybin Services Compliance Team to inspect manufacturers, service centers, and testing lab sites for licensure approval and ongoing compliance.
Collaborate to update and clarify licensing applications, forms and documents to streamline administrative procedure and assist with the customer experience.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are many times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232, or additional temporary locations as needed. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Four years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action, or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations. Two of the four years must be above the technical support level.
Note: college-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years. (Applicable Associate’s degrees equal 2 years of substitution, a Bachelor’s or higher degree will equal 3 years of substitution.)
Desired Attributes
This position requires a broad understanding of community public relations and the ability to work amicably with a diversity of people and issues. It demands awareness of and sensitivity to the problems and interests of individuals who may be seriously ill or disabled and from diverse ethnic backgrounds. It requires effective communication skills, both written and oral, excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate human and technological resources to meet the objectives of the program.
Experience interviewing people to gather information, taking notes, conducting fact-finding research, writing detailed reports, and documenting information within an electronic system.
Experience explaining, interpreting, and applying rules, laws, and statutes appropriately which requires knowledge of Oregon Revised Statutes and Oregon Administrative Rule, and understanding local and federal government systems and operations.
Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical and regulatory information in an understandable and culturally aware manner to people of diverse backgrounds and lived experience.
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful, values diversity, and promotes inclusion among team members and the people we serve, including experience promoting health equity and centering community.
Ability to work in a team environment, including the willingness to collaborate, share information, and contribute to the team’s success.
Previous experience working with databases, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams. Typing is required.
Some travel throughout Oregon may be required. Drivers must hold a current valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record in order to drive.
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-128628
Application Deadline:
06/11/2023
May 24, 2023
Full time
Salary Range: $4,182 - $6,118
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Oregon Psilocybin Services (OPS) in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Oregon Psilocybin Services Licensing Program Specialist to provide consultation, technical assistance, and evaluation services for the Oregon Psilocybin Services Licensing Program to verify that license applicants and licensees of manufacturers, facilitators, service centers, and testing laboratories are meeting program requirements as stipulated by statute, administrative rules, policies and procedures, and interpretive guidelines.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
The OHA mission is helping people and communities achieve optimum physical, mental, and social well-being through partnership, prevention and access to quality, affordable health care. OHA’s work is organized into three broad goals: Improve the lifelong health of all Oregonians, increase the quality, reliability, and availability of care for all Oregonians and lower or contain the cost of care so it is affordable to everyone.
What you will do
Ensure Oregonians who meet eligibility criteria have access to safe, effective psilocybin products and psilocybin services.
Ensure overall safety of our communities, with a focus on product and client safety.
Evaluate license and permit applications to determine eligibility based on statutes and administrative rules while providing technical support to applicants and licensees.
Interpret state statutes, rules and regulations for psilocybin licensures, training programs, and the provision of psilocybin services.
Assess application renewals, application denials, and change requests according to licensing program policies and procedures.
Provide support to the Oregon Psilocybin Services Compliance Team to inspect manufacturers, service centers, and testing lab sites for licensure approval and ongoing compliance.
Collaborate to update and clarify licensing applications, forms and documents to streamline administrative procedure and assist with the customer experience.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are many times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232, or additional temporary locations as needed. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Four years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action, or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations. Two of the four years must be above the technical support level.
Note: college-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years. (Applicable Associate’s degrees equal 2 years of substitution, a Bachelor’s or higher degree will equal 3 years of substitution.)
Desired Attributes
This position requires a broad understanding of community public relations and the ability to work amicably with a diversity of people and issues. It demands awareness of and sensitivity to the problems and interests of individuals who may be seriously ill or disabled and from diverse ethnic backgrounds. It requires effective communication skills, both written and oral, excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate human and technological resources to meet the objectives of the program.
Experience interviewing people to gather information, taking notes, conducting fact-finding research, writing detailed reports, and documenting information within an electronic system.
Experience explaining, interpreting, and applying rules, laws, and statutes appropriately which requires knowledge of Oregon Revised Statutes and Oregon Administrative Rule, and understanding local and federal government systems and operations.
Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical and regulatory information in an understandable and culturally aware manner to people of diverse backgrounds and lived experience.
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful, values diversity, and promotes inclusion among team members and the people we serve, including experience promoting health equity and centering community.
Ability to work in a team environment, including the willingness to collaborate, share information, and contribute to the team’s success.
Previous experience working with databases, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams. Typing is required.
Some travel throughout Oregon may be required. Drivers must hold a current valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record in order to drive.
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-128628
Application Deadline:
06/11/2023
The Center for Science in the Public Interest is searching for a Program Manager to provide oversight for all grant-funded activities and campaigns, including through a multi-year Bloomberg Philanthropies (BP) grant with related subgrant contracts. This position coordinates with various CSPI staff who lead national, state, and local campaigns to reduce the impact and burden of preventable diseases and to create an equitable food system that makes healthy, sustainable food accessible to all. The position manages multiple contracts, subgrants, and partnerships; oversees timelines; is responsible for grant reporting; and coordinates cross-team meetings to support CSPI’s legislative, advocacy, and regulatory campaigns. This position manages a wide range of project management tools, processes and functions, and in collaboration with CSPI’s Grants & Contracts Manager ensures synergies in the programmatic and operational aspects of grant-funded campaigns and initiatives. This role reports to the Vice President of Programs.
About CSPI
CSPI, your food and health watchdog, is one of the nation’s leading public health advocacy organizations with a 50-year record of fighting for science in the public interest. We’ve led efforts to win passage of many state and local policies to improve school foods, put calories on chain restaurant menus and menu boards, and remove sugary drinks from children’s menus. National policy successes include the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act; Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act; Food Safety Modernization Act; and Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act.
CSPI’s office is in Washington, DC. We are open to candidates available to work in DC or remotely in the United States. As part of CSPI’s efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees and visitors we require all employees to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines as soon as they are eligible, and the vaccine is available to them. Proof of vaccination is required during the new hire onboarding process.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for all program staff working on grant-funded campaigns and activities.
Prepare for and track all interactions with funders supporting campaign activities (in collaboration with Vice President of Programs and Senior Development Director).
Track grant deliverables and recommend programmatic and budget changes to grants as needed.
Collaborate and communicate regularly with program staff on progress, challenges, and opportunities.
Provide strategic advice and coordination across staff teams working on grant-funded policy campaigns.
Lead internal and external communications about grant activities.
Draft and submit grant reports, taking the lead on narrative reports, and collaborating with Grants & Contracts Manager on financial reports and budgets.
Draft programmatic deliverables and narrative for grant renewals and proposals.
Contribute to and support trainings, webinars, convenings, and events related to grant-funded campaigns.
Lead the development of equitable grantmaking practices, reporting, and measurement tools.
Additional specific responsibilities for the BP grant include:
Schedule and manage internal meetings with CSPI leadership to monitor progress on the grant, address any bottlenecks, and plan for scheduled meetings with the BP program officers.
Communicate with and manage scheduled interactions with the BP program officers (in consultation with Vice President of Programs).
Coordinate regular meetings with University of Illinois Chicago researchers to evaluate policy campaigns (in partnership with CSPI Science team).
BP Subgrant management:
Work with program staff to develop and administer new subgrant contracts.
Manage an invite-only or competitive process for seeking subgrant proposals that aligns with equitable grantmaking principles.
Provide technical support to grantees on subgrant applications and reporting requirements.
Draft all subgrant related communications, including application forms, evaluation grids, award letters, decline notices, grant agreements, contracts, and amendments.
Track progress on subgrant deliverables, review reports, and monitor payments.
Collaborate with program staff to facilitate connections across various policy campaigns, and subgrantees.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate would possess:
At least seven years of experience managing programs or advocacy campaigns, preferably with a food, nutrition, public health, or healthy equity focus. Experience managing large Foundation-funded grants preferred.
Demonstrated project management, and grant coordination and reporting experience.
Commitment to scientific rigor, transparency, and evidence-based approaches to program and policy development.
Capacity to strategically conceive and execute programs with clear objectives, benchmarks, and deliverables in accordance with deadlines.
Experience supporting the funding needs of organizations that are diverse in terms of leadership, geography, mission, size, and capacity.
Ability to rapidly reprioritize and negotiate timeliness in collaboration with others as context and needs change.
Strong interpersonal skills, maturity, tactfulness, good judgment, and ability to navigate complex differences with diverse groups/perspectives and build alliances to achieve results.
Strong presentation skills (both written and verbal) with proven ability to adapt tone and style for broad and diverse audiences.
Experience with working across teams in a positive, inclusive, collaborative, and strategic organizational culture.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the intersection of public health and social justice and ability to promote it throughout the work and in the workplace.
Proven track record of building strong relationships with multiple stakeholders in a persuasive, credible, and professional manner.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proficiency with MSOffice applications, specifically Excel and Word.
Ability to work additional hours as needed.
CSPI on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
CSPI is committed to including and valuing diverse voices and fostering a culture that ensures all staff feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to be their best selves. In that spirit, each of us is committed to putting in constant work to live up to our organization’s core values:
We are inclusive . We seek to foster an environment where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are affirmed. We are not looking for everyone to think and look the same. We actively welcome and value staff with different experiences, backgrounds, attributes, abilities, and perspectives.
We are open . We are honest and direct in how we communicate with each other in order to build trust and integrity within our organization.
We are accountable. We acknowledge and assume responsibility for our actions.
We are kind. We communicate and treat one another in a respectful, generous, considerate, and compassionate way.
We are collaborative. We work together for the common good and shared success.
Compensation
The salary range is $82,000 to $95,000, based on experience. CSPI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 3 weeks of annual vacation leave; additional paid holiday leave between December 24 and January 1; 8 weeks of paid parental leave; excellent medical and dental insurance with CSPI paying a significant portion of employee and dependent premiums; and a 3% employer match contribution to the retirement plan after one year of service. We also offer ½ day Fridays through December 31, 2023.
To Apply
Please utilize CSPI's Paylocity Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to apply for the Program Manager position. You are required to submit a resume and cover letter indicating relevant experience and interest. The application deadline is May 10, 2023.
CSPI is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspective, and skills and encourage people of diverse ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, disabilities, religions, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, work, and life experiences to apply.
Apr 26, 2023
Full time
The Center for Science in the Public Interest is searching for a Program Manager to provide oversight for all grant-funded activities and campaigns, including through a multi-year Bloomberg Philanthropies (BP) grant with related subgrant contracts. This position coordinates with various CSPI staff who lead national, state, and local campaigns to reduce the impact and burden of preventable diseases and to create an equitable food system that makes healthy, sustainable food accessible to all. The position manages multiple contracts, subgrants, and partnerships; oversees timelines; is responsible for grant reporting; and coordinates cross-team meetings to support CSPI’s legislative, advocacy, and regulatory campaigns. This position manages a wide range of project management tools, processes and functions, and in collaboration with CSPI’s Grants & Contracts Manager ensures synergies in the programmatic and operational aspects of grant-funded campaigns and initiatives. This role reports to the Vice President of Programs.
About CSPI
CSPI, your food and health watchdog, is one of the nation’s leading public health advocacy organizations with a 50-year record of fighting for science in the public interest. We’ve led efforts to win passage of many state and local policies to improve school foods, put calories on chain restaurant menus and menu boards, and remove sugary drinks from children’s menus. National policy successes include the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act; Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act; Food Safety Modernization Act; and Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act.
CSPI’s office is in Washington, DC. We are open to candidates available to work in DC or remotely in the United States. As part of CSPI’s efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees and visitors we require all employees to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines as soon as they are eligible, and the vaccine is available to them. Proof of vaccination is required during the new hire onboarding process.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for all program staff working on grant-funded campaigns and activities.
Prepare for and track all interactions with funders supporting campaign activities (in collaboration with Vice President of Programs and Senior Development Director).
Track grant deliverables and recommend programmatic and budget changes to grants as needed.
Collaborate and communicate regularly with program staff on progress, challenges, and opportunities.
Provide strategic advice and coordination across staff teams working on grant-funded policy campaigns.
Lead internal and external communications about grant activities.
Draft and submit grant reports, taking the lead on narrative reports, and collaborating with Grants & Contracts Manager on financial reports and budgets.
Draft programmatic deliverables and narrative for grant renewals and proposals.
Contribute to and support trainings, webinars, convenings, and events related to grant-funded campaigns.
Lead the development of equitable grantmaking practices, reporting, and measurement tools.
Additional specific responsibilities for the BP grant include:
Schedule and manage internal meetings with CSPI leadership to monitor progress on the grant, address any bottlenecks, and plan for scheduled meetings with the BP program officers.
Communicate with and manage scheduled interactions with the BP program officers (in consultation with Vice President of Programs).
Coordinate regular meetings with University of Illinois Chicago researchers to evaluate policy campaigns (in partnership with CSPI Science team).
BP Subgrant management:
Work with program staff to develop and administer new subgrant contracts.
Manage an invite-only or competitive process for seeking subgrant proposals that aligns with equitable grantmaking principles.
Provide technical support to grantees on subgrant applications and reporting requirements.
Draft all subgrant related communications, including application forms, evaluation grids, award letters, decline notices, grant agreements, contracts, and amendments.
Track progress on subgrant deliverables, review reports, and monitor payments.
Collaborate with program staff to facilitate connections across various policy campaigns, and subgrantees.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate would possess:
At least seven years of experience managing programs or advocacy campaigns, preferably with a food, nutrition, public health, or healthy equity focus. Experience managing large Foundation-funded grants preferred.
Demonstrated project management, and grant coordination and reporting experience.
Commitment to scientific rigor, transparency, and evidence-based approaches to program and policy development.
Capacity to strategically conceive and execute programs with clear objectives, benchmarks, and deliverables in accordance with deadlines.
Experience supporting the funding needs of organizations that are diverse in terms of leadership, geography, mission, size, and capacity.
Ability to rapidly reprioritize and negotiate timeliness in collaboration with others as context and needs change.
Strong interpersonal skills, maturity, tactfulness, good judgment, and ability to navigate complex differences with diverse groups/perspectives and build alliances to achieve results.
Strong presentation skills (both written and verbal) with proven ability to adapt tone and style for broad and diverse audiences.
Experience with working across teams in a positive, inclusive, collaborative, and strategic organizational culture.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the intersection of public health and social justice and ability to promote it throughout the work and in the workplace.
Proven track record of building strong relationships with multiple stakeholders in a persuasive, credible, and professional manner.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proficiency with MSOffice applications, specifically Excel and Word.
Ability to work additional hours as needed.
CSPI on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
CSPI is committed to including and valuing diverse voices and fostering a culture that ensures all staff feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to be their best selves. In that spirit, each of us is committed to putting in constant work to live up to our organization’s core values:
We are inclusive . We seek to foster an environment where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are affirmed. We are not looking for everyone to think and look the same. We actively welcome and value staff with different experiences, backgrounds, attributes, abilities, and perspectives.
We are open . We are honest and direct in how we communicate with each other in order to build trust and integrity within our organization.
We are accountable. We acknowledge and assume responsibility for our actions.
We are kind. We communicate and treat one another in a respectful, generous, considerate, and compassionate way.
We are collaborative. We work together for the common good and shared success.
Compensation
The salary range is $82,000 to $95,000, based on experience. CSPI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 3 weeks of annual vacation leave; additional paid holiday leave between December 24 and January 1; 8 weeks of paid parental leave; excellent medical and dental insurance with CSPI paying a significant portion of employee and dependent premiums; and a 3% employer match contribution to the retirement plan after one year of service. We also offer ½ day Fridays through December 31, 2023.
To Apply
Please utilize CSPI's Paylocity Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to apply for the Program Manager position. You are required to submit a resume and cover letter indicating relevant experience and interest. The application deadline is May 10, 2023.
CSPI is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspective, and skills and encourage people of diverse ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, disabilities, religions, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, work, and life experiences to apply.
Salary Range: $2,823 - $4,073 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Licensing Office in Salem, OR is recruiting for a Customer Service Representative to provide assistance to the HLO Licensing Manager in overseeing the authorization and renewal process for the Board of Cosmetology by providing excellent customer services while following both state and federal guidelines.
What you will do!
You will prepare, organize, and maintain filing systems create new computerized records!
You will determine eligibility of applicants by reviewing documents to ensure compliance and verification that all necessary documentation is provided and is complete!
You will prepare correspondence to applicants, answer incoming telephone lines, greet customers, explain, clarify and apply laws, rules and procedures, direct customers to appropriate individuals, and takes messages as needed!
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
This position is not eligible to work remotely due to the need for regular face-to-face contact with customers, the public, and coworkers. This position may also require a higher level of oversight with direct supervision, access to hardcopy files, financial transactions, or office resources.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Two years of experience in customer service. One year of which must have included explanation of rules, regulations, and policies and responsibility for dealing with unique or unusual situations.
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Possess excellent computer data entry skills to enter information into office database.
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-125481
Deadline: 5/7/23
Apr 24, 2023
Full time
Salary Range: $2,823 - $4,073 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Licensing Office in Salem, OR is recruiting for a Customer Service Representative to provide assistance to the HLO Licensing Manager in overseeing the authorization and renewal process for the Board of Cosmetology by providing excellent customer services while following both state and federal guidelines.
What you will do!
You will prepare, organize, and maintain filing systems create new computerized records!
You will determine eligibility of applicants by reviewing documents to ensure compliance and verification that all necessary documentation is provided and is complete!
You will prepare correspondence to applicants, answer incoming telephone lines, greet customers, explain, clarify and apply laws, rules and procedures, direct customers to appropriate individuals, and takes messages as needed!
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
This position is not eligible to work remotely due to the need for regular face-to-face contact with customers, the public, and coworkers. This position may also require a higher level of oversight with direct supervision, access to hardcopy files, financial transactions, or office resources.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Two years of experience in customer service. One year of which must have included explanation of rules, regulations, and policies and responsibility for dealing with unique or unusual situations.
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Possess excellent computer data entry skills to enter information into office database.
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-125481
Deadline: 5/7/23
Salary Range: $4,913 - $7,534 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Environmental Public Health Section (EPH) in Portland OR is recruiting for an Environmental Health Specialist 3 position. This position will primarily work in the Foodborne Illness Prevention Program, but will also support the Food, Pool and Lodging Unit as a whole, providing technical support to local public health authorities, industry and the public.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are times that the work will need to be conducted in the field or at the primary work location listed in this announcement (the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR). Work location can be changed at any time due to the changing needs of the business.
What will you do? As an En vironmental Health Specialist , you will perform the following duties:
Provide technical assistance to local public health authorities (LPHAs), other state agencies, facility operators and the public.
Prepare and facilitate technical training for LPHAs in both the classroom and field settings (field standardization).
Monitor progress of LPHAs in meeting program goals (triennial reviews).
Ensure programs meet statutory and rule requirements.
Provide recommendations for agency’s official position on food safety and related environmental health issues.
Review and interpret technical data having statewide impact.
Evaluate program priorities and strategies to achieve program goals.
Evaluate program service delivery problems or successful operation practices and adapt procedures to improve program operations.
Identify barriers to program participation and design strategies to eliminate barriers.
Adapt program guidelines and standards as needed.
Assist in the development of statewide program plans and the establishment of program priorities, goals, and direction.
Develop strategies to achieve goals.
Recommend legislative concepts to expand or improve program operations.
Develop new and maintain existing partnerships with diverse individuals, groups and agencies.
What's in it for you? The Public Health Division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer full medical, vision and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 11 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you are an experienced environmental health specialist with experience in food, pool, and lodging programs, apply today.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirement
Two years of experience working under general supervision, conducting environmental health inspections which included providing technical assistance and consultation at local or state level; AND a bachelor's degree with 45 quarter (30 semester) hours in environmental or physical science. Graduate training in environmental studies may substitute for one year of the experience.
Must be a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or be able to become registered within six months of hire.
Requested Skills
Preference will be given to applicants with a degree in environmental health, public health, or other related field; three years of environmental health and/or public health experience; and program/project management experience.
Preference given to candidates with experience using licensing and inspection software, especially the HealthSpace CloudSuite product.
Experience working with food, pool and lodging public health programs.
Experience providing technical program expertise within and outside of the agency.
Experience in public speaking and making presentations to various audiences and adult students.
Experience working with city, county, state, and federal governmental offices and interpreting and applying existing statutes, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures that address environmental public health.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment and bringing together diverse and/or opposing groups (such as state or local health officials, the regulated community and industry organizations) to work through complex problems and come to mutually acceptable solutions.
Experience reading, analyzing, and writing general, statistical, and technical reports.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams.
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-125420
Application Deadline: 05/11/2023
Apr 21, 2023
Full time
Salary Range: $4,913 - $7,534 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Environmental Public Health Section (EPH) in Portland OR is recruiting for an Environmental Health Specialist 3 position. This position will primarily work in the Foodborne Illness Prevention Program, but will also support the Food, Pool and Lodging Unit as a whole, providing technical support to local public health authorities, industry and the public.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are times that the work will need to be conducted in the field or at the primary work location listed in this announcement (the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR). Work location can be changed at any time due to the changing needs of the business.
What will you do? As an En vironmental Health Specialist , you will perform the following duties:
Provide technical assistance to local public health authorities (LPHAs), other state agencies, facility operators and the public.
Prepare and facilitate technical training for LPHAs in both the classroom and field settings (field standardization).
Monitor progress of LPHAs in meeting program goals (triennial reviews).
Ensure programs meet statutory and rule requirements.
Provide recommendations for agency’s official position on food safety and related environmental health issues.
Review and interpret technical data having statewide impact.
Evaluate program priorities and strategies to achieve program goals.
Evaluate program service delivery problems or successful operation practices and adapt procedures to improve program operations.
Identify barriers to program participation and design strategies to eliminate barriers.
Adapt program guidelines and standards as needed.
Assist in the development of statewide program plans and the establishment of program priorities, goals, and direction.
Develop strategies to achieve goals.
Recommend legislative concepts to expand or improve program operations.
Develop new and maintain existing partnerships with diverse individuals, groups and agencies.
What's in it for you? The Public Health Division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer full medical, vision and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 11 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you are an experienced environmental health specialist with experience in food, pool, and lodging programs, apply today.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirement
Two years of experience working under general supervision, conducting environmental health inspections which included providing technical assistance and consultation at local or state level; AND a bachelor's degree with 45 quarter (30 semester) hours in environmental or physical science. Graduate training in environmental studies may substitute for one year of the experience.
Must be a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or be able to become registered within six months of hire.
Requested Skills
Preference will be given to applicants with a degree in environmental health, public health, or other related field; three years of environmental health and/or public health experience; and program/project management experience.
Preference given to candidates with experience using licensing and inspection software, especially the HealthSpace CloudSuite product.
Experience working with food, pool and lodging public health programs.
Experience providing technical program expertise within and outside of the agency.
Experience in public speaking and making presentations to various audiences and adult students.
Experience working with city, county, state, and federal governmental offices and interpreting and applying existing statutes, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures that address environmental public health.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment and bringing together diverse and/or opposing groups (such as state or local health officials, the regulated community and industry organizations) to work through complex problems and come to mutually acceptable solutions.
Experience reading, analyzing, and writing general, statistical, and technical reports.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams.
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-125420
Application Deadline: 05/11/2023
Salary Range: $5,148 - $7,902 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Maternal and Child Health Section (MCH) in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Universally Offered Home Visiting Program Community Alignment Specialist to manage, coordinate and participate in the development of community resources, known as Community Alignment in the Family Connects model. In this position you will be responsible for the establishment of viable coalitions and partnerships to plan programs, services, and supports designed to meet the needs of families with newborn children. You will support and collaborate on the community alignment efforts at local implementing sites, approve plans and require reporting. You will also participate in establishing and maintaining communication regarding community alignment objectives, policies and procedures, and will partner to establish workgroups and sub-committees as needed and appropriate to meet goals and objectives.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs.
Paid Leave Days
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Requirements
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven (7) years of experience planning and managing a program(s) requiring the cooperation and joint planning of multiple entities, government jurisdictions community organizations, or private sector businesses.
Degrees in Public Health, Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a closely related field can substitute for some of the seven (7) years work experience. An Associate’s degree will substitute up to 18 months, a Bachelor's will substitute for three (3) years, a Master’s will substitute for four (4) years, and a Doctorate will substitute for five (5) years.
Requested Skills
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities including but not limited to communities of color, immigrant and refugee communities, tribal governments, disability communities, LGBTQIA+ communities and other priority populations.
Experience building, sustaining, and partnering with public-private partnerships and community-based organizations, especially those serving diverse populations.
Experience effectively expressing ideas orally and in writing; cross-cultural communication skills, including experience explaining, interpreting, and applying rules, regulations, policies and procedures across multiple programs including using appropriate language, organizing ideas, and presenting facts in an objective manner.
Strong facilitation, problem solving and coaching skills, with experience providing consultation and/or technical assistance.
Experience with the health care industry including public and private health insurance carriers, hospital systems and the health care delivery system.
Experience in home visiting and/or early childhood systems is preferred.
How to Apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-125443
Application Deadline: 05/11/2023
Apr 21, 2023
Full time
Salary Range: $5,148 - $7,902 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Maternal and Child Health Section (MCH) in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Universally Offered Home Visiting Program Community Alignment Specialist to manage, coordinate and participate in the development of community resources, known as Community Alignment in the Family Connects model. In this position you will be responsible for the establishment of viable coalitions and partnerships to plan programs, services, and supports designed to meet the needs of families with newborn children. You will support and collaborate on the community alignment efforts at local implementing sites, approve plans and require reporting. You will also participate in establishing and maintaining communication regarding community alignment objectives, policies and procedures, and will partner to establish workgroups and sub-committees as needed and appropriate to meet goals and objectives.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs.
Paid Leave Days
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Requirements
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven (7) years of experience planning and managing a program(s) requiring the cooperation and joint planning of multiple entities, government jurisdictions community organizations, or private sector businesses.
Degrees in Public Health, Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a closely related field can substitute for some of the seven (7) years work experience. An Associate’s degree will substitute up to 18 months, a Bachelor's will substitute for three (3) years, a Master’s will substitute for four (4) years, and a Doctorate will substitute for five (5) years.
Requested Skills
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities including but not limited to communities of color, immigrant and refugee communities, tribal governments, disability communities, LGBTQIA+ communities and other priority populations.
Experience building, sustaining, and partnering with public-private partnerships and community-based organizations, especially those serving diverse populations.
Experience effectively expressing ideas orally and in writing; cross-cultural communication skills, including experience explaining, interpreting, and applying rules, regulations, policies and procedures across multiple programs including using appropriate language, organizing ideas, and presenting facts in an objective manner.
Strong facilitation, problem solving and coaching skills, with experience providing consultation and/or technical assistance.
Experience with the health care industry including public and private health insurance carriers, hospital systems and the health care delivery system.
Experience in home visiting and/or early childhood systems is preferred.
How to Apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-125443
Application Deadline: 05/11/2023
Salary Range: $6,172 - $9,086 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention (HPCDP) Section in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Universally Offered Home Visiting Program Consultant to provide leadership, policy advice, legislative coordination, business analysis and operations planning, project management, and evaluation expertise for the development, planning and implementation of the Universally offered Home Visiting Initiative throughout the state.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
What will you do? As the Universally Offered Home Visiting Program Consultant , you will perform the following duties:
Program Design and Development
Develop, implement, and maintain operation processes, procedures, and collaborative partnerships.
Consult with leadership on the program modifications and related policy and make recommendations.
Convene and facilitate joint planning to design and implement a statewide home visiting system.
Project and Implementation Management
Lead project management activities.
Monitor and surveil management of project implementation and program rollout tracking, communications, and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
Vendor/Contractor Relationship Coordination
Provide identification and analysis of business processes relating to contracts, including drafting and revising documents.
Process contracts and amendments through Office of Contracts and Procurement, work to resolve questions and move to timely completion of contracts.
Review vendor/contractor tasks and deliverables, and provide edits, comments, and recommendations regarding deliverable approvals.
Research, Analysis, and Evaluation
Analyze policy recommendations and emerging state and national issues related to home visiting systems and provide analysis and recommended actions.
Synthesize research and prepare periodic reports, policy briefs and other communications for internal and external audiences.
Develop recommendations for policy and program modifications to improve the home visiting system effectiveness.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to eight years of experience planning and managing a program(s) requiring the cooperation and joint planning of multiple entities, government jurisdictions, community organizations, or private sector businesses.
Degrees in Public Health, Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a closely related field can substitute for some of the eight (8) years work experience. An Associate’s degree will substitute up to 18 months, a Bachelor's will substitute for three (3) years, a Master’s will substitute for four (4) years, and a Doctorate will substitute for five (5) years.
Requested Skills
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities.
Synthesize voluminous and diverse facts, opinions, and materials into usable policy briefs and work plans. Prepare and present highly complex technical material and issues to non-specialists.
Effectively express ideas orally and in writing, using appropriate language, organization of ideas, and presentation of facts in an objective manner.
Excellent analytical skills, – from sorting out the most important problems to framing feasible options.
Use relevant information, research and professional judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Knowledge of and/or experience with the health care industry including public and private health insurance carriers, hospital systems and the health care delivery system, Medicaid, and general healthcare system financing. Experience in home visiting and/or early childhood systems.
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-124938
Application Deadline: 05/10/2023
Apr 20, 2023
Full time
Salary Range: $6,172 - $9,086 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention (HPCDP) Section in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Universally Offered Home Visiting Program Consultant to provide leadership, policy advice, legislative coordination, business analysis and operations planning, project management, and evaluation expertise for the development, planning and implementation of the Universally offered Home Visiting Initiative throughout the state.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
What will you do? As the Universally Offered Home Visiting Program Consultant , you will perform the following duties:
Program Design and Development
Develop, implement, and maintain operation processes, procedures, and collaborative partnerships.
Consult with leadership on the program modifications and related policy and make recommendations.
Convene and facilitate joint planning to design and implement a statewide home visiting system.
Project and Implementation Management
Lead project management activities.
Monitor and surveil management of project implementation and program rollout tracking, communications, and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
Vendor/Contractor Relationship Coordination
Provide identification and analysis of business processes relating to contracts, including drafting and revising documents.
Process contracts and amendments through Office of Contracts and Procurement, work to resolve questions and move to timely completion of contracts.
Review vendor/contractor tasks and deliverables, and provide edits, comments, and recommendations regarding deliverable approvals.
Research, Analysis, and Evaluation
Analyze policy recommendations and emerging state and national issues related to home visiting systems and provide analysis and recommended actions.
Synthesize research and prepare periodic reports, policy briefs and other communications for internal and external audiences.
Develop recommendations for policy and program modifications to improve the home visiting system effectiveness.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to eight years of experience planning and managing a program(s) requiring the cooperation and joint planning of multiple entities, government jurisdictions, community organizations, or private sector businesses.
Degrees in Public Health, Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a closely related field can substitute for some of the eight (8) years work experience. An Associate’s degree will substitute up to 18 months, a Bachelor's will substitute for three (3) years, a Master’s will substitute for four (4) years, and a Doctorate will substitute for five (5) years.
Requested Skills
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities.
Synthesize voluminous and diverse facts, opinions, and materials into usable policy briefs and work plans. Prepare and present highly complex technical material and issues to non-specialists.
Effectively express ideas orally and in writing, using appropriate language, organization of ideas, and presentation of facts in an objective manner.
Excellent analytical skills, – from sorting out the most important problems to framing feasible options.
Use relevant information, research and professional judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Knowledge of and/or experience with the health care industry including public and private health insurance carriers, hospital systems and the health care delivery system, Medicaid, and general healthcare system financing. Experience in home visiting and/or early childhood systems.
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-124938
Application Deadline: 05/10/2023
Close Date: 05/07/2023 @ 11:59 PM
Salary Range: $9,541 - $14,069 monthly
Work Location: Portland, OR (Remote w/Occasional On-Site)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention (ACDP) section in Portland, Oregon has a career opportunity for a Medical Epidemiologist (Public Health Physician 2) to provide medical expertise and epidemiologic support in communicable disease public health surveillance, response, and prevention efforts.
This is a full-time, permanent, management services position and is not represented by a union. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.
What will you do?
As the Medical Epidemiologist , you will provide medical expertise and epidemiologic support in public health efforts, and support education for health professionals, other partners, and the public regarding communicable disease surveillance, response, and prevention. In this role, you will develop public health guidance and communications in coordination with collaborators throughout the Public Health Division; and take a lead role in partner workgroups. You will collaborate with academic, public and community healthcare institutions and conduct special studies to develop and improve understanding of communicable disease medical epidemiology. In addition, you will enhance the public health workforce through development and delivery of educational programs in academic institutions, local health departments, and among other community partners, and serve as a medical epidemiology liaison for communicable disease issues.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements
Must obtain an Oregon medical license within six months of hire and maintain an active Oregon medical license for the duration of employment AND must have advanced training in epidemiology.
Requested Skills
Advanced knowledge of public health science principles and experience in research and/or epidemiology.
Advanced knowledge of public health epidemiology and equity-centered approaches for communicable disease surveillance, response, and prevention.
Experience developing and implementing strategic public health data collection systems, epidemiologic analyses, evidence-based programs, and policies through partnerships with partners, local, state, and federal officials, and national partners.
Demonstrated lived and/or working experience building and stewarding trusted relationships with diverse community groups, including communities of color, immigrant groups, Tribal governments, the disability community, and other traditionally marginalized communities.
Demonstrated experience effectively delivering culturally responsive and inclusive health care services, including evidence of ongoing personal development on unconscious bias, health equity, anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Medical-Epidemiologist--Public-Health-Physician-2--Portland--OR--Remote-w-Occasional-On-Site-_REQ-125680-1
Apr 18, 2023
Full time
Close Date: 05/07/2023 @ 11:59 PM
Salary Range: $9,541 - $14,069 monthly
Work Location: Portland, OR (Remote w/Occasional On-Site)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention (ACDP) section in Portland, Oregon has a career opportunity for a Medical Epidemiologist (Public Health Physician 2) to provide medical expertise and epidemiologic support in communicable disease public health surveillance, response, and prevention efforts.
This is a full-time, permanent, management services position and is not represented by a union. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.
What will you do?
As the Medical Epidemiologist , you will provide medical expertise and epidemiologic support in public health efforts, and support education for health professionals, other partners, and the public regarding communicable disease surveillance, response, and prevention. In this role, you will develop public health guidance and communications in coordination with collaborators throughout the Public Health Division; and take a lead role in partner workgroups. You will collaborate with academic, public and community healthcare institutions and conduct special studies to develop and improve understanding of communicable disease medical epidemiology. In addition, you will enhance the public health workforce through development and delivery of educational programs in academic institutions, local health departments, and among other community partners, and serve as a medical epidemiology liaison for communicable disease issues.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements
Must obtain an Oregon medical license within six months of hire and maintain an active Oregon medical license for the duration of employment AND must have advanced training in epidemiology.
Requested Skills
Advanced knowledge of public health science principles and experience in research and/or epidemiology.
Advanced knowledge of public health epidemiology and equity-centered approaches for communicable disease surveillance, response, and prevention.
Experience developing and implementing strategic public health data collection systems, epidemiologic analyses, evidence-based programs, and policies through partnerships with partners, local, state, and federal officials, and national partners.
Demonstrated lived and/or working experience building and stewarding trusted relationships with diverse community groups, including communities of color, immigrant groups, Tribal governments, the disability community, and other traditionally marginalized communities.
Demonstrated experience effectively delivering culturally responsive and inclusive health care services, including evidence of ongoing personal development on unconscious bias, health equity, anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Medical-Epidemiologist--Public-Health-Physician-2--Portland--OR--Remote-w-Occasional-On-Site-_REQ-125680-1
Close Date: 04/30/2023 @ 11:59 PM
Salary: $6,480 - $10,023
Work Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention (ACDP) section in Portland, Oregon has a career opportunity for a HAI Infection Prevention & Control Program Manager (Principal Executive Manager E) to manage the Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI) and Infection Control & Prevention (IPC) Program.
This is a full-time, limited duration (through September 2024), management services position and is not represented by a union. Limited duration positions are benefit eligible. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.
What will you do?
As the HAI Infection Prevention & Control Program Manager , you will plan, lead and manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI) Infection Prevention and Control & Prevention (IPC) Program. You will develop program priorities in collaboration with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ensuring alignment with section and agency objections, and develop field work protocols for HAI and IPC.
Duties may include:
1) Personnel and budget management.
2) Ensuring policy priorities and direction of the team are in alignment with section and agency objectives.
3) Coordinating outbreak response and prevention efforts with other ACDP and OPHD programs.
4) Coordinating submission of progress reports and grant applications.
5) Direct supervision of IPC Program Infection Prevention and Epidemiologists and other ACDP staff.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs.
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement plans
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements
Three years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following areas: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation;
OR
Two years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation; AND 45-48 quarter hours (30-32 semester hours) of graduate level coursework in management.
Requested Skills
Preference may be given to applicants with a master’s degree in public health or epidemiology and experience managing a public health program and staff.
Extensive experience in infection prevention and control.
Experience managing a large public health program and professional staff.
Experience developing and overseeing program budgets, contracts, and grants.
Experience developing and delivering presentations for a variety of audiences.
Experience communicating effectively in writing and in oral expression.
Experience controlling the use of human, equipment, and budgetary resources to achieve department, agency, division, institution or program goals and objectives.
Experience working with employee relations to review and ensure the performance of staff which includes disciplinary procedures.
Demonstrated experience effectively delivering culturally responsive and inclusive health care services, including evidence of ongoing personal development on unconscious bias, health equity, anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply:
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/HAI-Infection-Prevention---Control-Program-Manager--Principal-Executive-Manager-E--Portland--OR--Hybrid---Job-Rotation-Opportunity-_REQ-125689-1
Apr 18, 2023
Full time
Close Date: 04/30/2023 @ 11:59 PM
Salary: $6,480 - $10,023
Work Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention (ACDP) section in Portland, Oregon has a career opportunity for a HAI Infection Prevention & Control Program Manager (Principal Executive Manager E) to manage the Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI) and Infection Control & Prevention (IPC) Program.
This is a full-time, limited duration (through September 2024), management services position and is not represented by a union. Limited duration positions are benefit eligible. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.
What will you do?
As the HAI Infection Prevention & Control Program Manager , you will plan, lead and manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI) Infection Prevention and Control & Prevention (IPC) Program. You will develop program priorities in collaboration with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ensuring alignment with section and agency objections, and develop field work protocols for HAI and IPC.
Duties may include:
1) Personnel and budget management.
2) Ensuring policy priorities and direction of the team are in alignment with section and agency objectives.
3) Coordinating outbreak response and prevention efforts with other ACDP and OPHD programs.
4) Coordinating submission of progress reports and grant applications.
5) Direct supervision of IPC Program Infection Prevention and Epidemiologists and other ACDP staff.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs.
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement plans
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements
Three years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following areas: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation;
OR
Two years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation; AND 45-48 quarter hours (30-32 semester hours) of graduate level coursework in management.
Requested Skills
Preference may be given to applicants with a master’s degree in public health or epidemiology and experience managing a public health program and staff.
Extensive experience in infection prevention and control.
Experience managing a large public health program and professional staff.
Experience developing and overseeing program budgets, contracts, and grants.
Experience developing and delivering presentations for a variety of audiences.
Experience communicating effectively in writing and in oral expression.
Experience controlling the use of human, equipment, and budgetary resources to achieve department, agency, division, institution or program goals and objectives.
Experience working with employee relations to review and ensure the performance of staff which includes disciplinary procedures.
Demonstrated experience effectively delivering culturally responsive and inclusive health care services, including evidence of ongoing personal development on unconscious bias, health equity, anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply:
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/HAI-Infection-Prevention---Control-Program-Manager--Principal-Executive-Manager-E--Portland--OR--Hybrid---Job-Rotation-Opportunity-_REQ-125689-1
Data Systems Support (Office Specialist 2) - Limited Duration (12 months)
Salary Range: $2,823 - $4,073
This is a full-time, limited duration position. This position is classified and is represented by a union.
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Oregon Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Data Systems Support Specialist to provide telephone answer support to the Data Systems team and general office support for all WIC teams during the implementation of the new WIC management information system.
The Oregon Health Authority strategic goal is to end all health inequities by 2030.
OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation, and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership.
Most of this work may be performed remotely at an alternative worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. Occasional travel to conduct surveys, attend meetings and conferences is required.
What will you do? As the Data Systems Support Specialist , you will perform the following duties:
Answer calls for the WIC data system application support line.
Serve as the initial point of contact for phone calls from local agency staff regarding use of the WIC data system.
Forward and triage calls to appropriate Data Systems team member or Office of Information & Security (OIS) staff person for analysis and resolution.
Serve as back-up for answering the main WIC telephone line.
Coordinate meetings which include scheduling, reserving rooms, sending Outlook invitations, preparing meeting materials, and taking meeting minutes.
Send minutes/mailings for regular team and workgroup meetings.
Order electronic benefit (eWIC) cards and submit local agency card orders to the eWIC contractor for processing.
Receive overdue breast pump notices from local agencies and compose letters to participants that have not returned rented breast pumps to hospital or local agency by due date.
Notify local agency coordinators and nutrition consultants of letters sent and track return status; send second notifications to participants when necessary.
Monitor social media and websites for WIC formula and food sales.
Evaluate potential fraud cases for follow-up by WIC investigator.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer full medical, vision, and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave, and 10 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . This position allows for a flexible schedule and a good work-life balance. If you are an experienced office specialist with data systems experience, apply today.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
Two years of general clerical experience, one year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents.
OR
An associate degree.
OR
Graduation from a private school of business with a certificate AND one year of general clerical experience.
Requested Skills
Customer service experience working with the public on the telephone, routing calls, answering questions, and solving problems.
Experience taking formal meeting minutes.
Experience navigating social media websites and using internet search engines.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Experience working with Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-119936
Application Deadline: 04/27/2023
Apr 14, 2023
Full time
Data Systems Support (Office Specialist 2) - Limited Duration (12 months)
Salary Range: $2,823 - $4,073
This is a full-time, limited duration position. This position is classified and is represented by a union.
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Oregon Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Data Systems Support Specialist to provide telephone answer support to the Data Systems team and general office support for all WIC teams during the implementation of the new WIC management information system.
The Oregon Health Authority strategic goal is to end all health inequities by 2030.
OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation, and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership.
Most of this work may be performed remotely at an alternative worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. Occasional travel to conduct surveys, attend meetings and conferences is required.
What will you do? As the Data Systems Support Specialist , you will perform the following duties:
Answer calls for the WIC data system application support line.
Serve as the initial point of contact for phone calls from local agency staff regarding use of the WIC data system.
Forward and triage calls to appropriate Data Systems team member or Office of Information & Security (OIS) staff person for analysis and resolution.
Serve as back-up for answering the main WIC telephone line.
Coordinate meetings which include scheduling, reserving rooms, sending Outlook invitations, preparing meeting materials, and taking meeting minutes.
Send minutes/mailings for regular team and workgroup meetings.
Order electronic benefit (eWIC) cards and submit local agency card orders to the eWIC contractor for processing.
Receive overdue breast pump notices from local agencies and compose letters to participants that have not returned rented breast pumps to hospital or local agency by due date.
Notify local agency coordinators and nutrition consultants of letters sent and track return status; send second notifications to participants when necessary.
Monitor social media and websites for WIC formula and food sales.
Evaluate potential fraud cases for follow-up by WIC investigator.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer full medical, vision, and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave, and 10 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . This position allows for a flexible schedule and a good work-life balance. If you are an experienced office specialist with data systems experience, apply today.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
Two years of general clerical experience, one year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents.
OR
An associate degree.
OR
Graduation from a private school of business with a certificate AND one year of general clerical experience.
Requested Skills
Customer service experience working with the public on the telephone, routing calls, answering questions, and solving problems.
Experience taking formal meeting minutes.
Experience navigating social media websites and using internet search engines.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Experience working with Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-119936
Application Deadline: 04/27/2023
Close Date: 04/23/2023 @ 11:59 PM
Salary: $3,398 - $5,148 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention (ACDP) Section in Portland, OR is recruiting for an ELC Administrative Specialist (Administrative Specialist 2) to provide administrative support and maintain the administration of a grant focused on surveillance infrastructure and other activities in ACDP.
This is a full-time, limited duration, classified position which is represented by a union. The duration of this position is expected to last through July 2024. Limited Duration positions are benefit eligible. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies .
The work of this role may be conducted remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. The base position is located at the Portland State Office Building; 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. There may be times when on-site work is needed at the base location.
What will you do?
As an Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) Administrative Specialist, you will provide administrative support for surveillance, informatics, contact tracing, data modernization, health equity, and laboratory collaboration. You will coordinate meetings and take minutes; create tracking tools; assist with hiring and onboarding; track deadlines and grant milestones; supports interagency communication needs; help ensure staff awareness of current policies and requirements; assist with telecommuting needs; and act as backup in-house expert to ensure operation of a 24/7 line.
What's in it for you?
The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:
Two (2) years of experience as an administrative specialist or executive support specialist which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. *Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as; interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations;
OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. *Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as; interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations.
One year of postsecondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the experience.
Requested Skills:
Experience managing and coordinating multiple calendars for managers and staff.
Experience coordinating all activities for meetings and conferences.
Experience making and reconciling purchases with state credit card for purchases such as books, training purposes and supplies.
Experience creating and proofing documents such as letters, reports, contracts, grants, and rules.
Experience managing a multi-line telephone system and triaging calls.
Experience establishing and maintaining filing and tracking systems.
Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, desktop publishing and graphics software applications.
Adherence to the highest standards of confidentiality regarding patient information and information security is required.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply:
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/ELC-Administrative-Specialist--Administrative-Specialist-2--Limited-Duration--Portland--OR--Remote-_REQ-122525
Apr 12, 2023
Full time
Close Date: 04/23/2023 @ 11:59 PM
Salary: $3,398 - $5,148 Monthly
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention (ACDP) Section in Portland, OR is recruiting for an ELC Administrative Specialist (Administrative Specialist 2) to provide administrative support and maintain the administration of a grant focused on surveillance infrastructure and other activities in ACDP.
This is a full-time, limited duration, classified position which is represented by a union. The duration of this position is expected to last through July 2024. Limited Duration positions are benefit eligible. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies .
The work of this role may be conducted remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. The base position is located at the Portland State Office Building; 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. There may be times when on-site work is needed at the base location.
What will you do?
As an Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) Administrative Specialist, you will provide administrative support for surveillance, informatics, contact tracing, data modernization, health equity, and laboratory collaboration. You will coordinate meetings and take minutes; create tracking tools; assist with hiring and onboarding; track deadlines and grant milestones; supports interagency communication needs; help ensure staff awareness of current policies and requirements; assist with telecommuting needs; and act as backup in-house expert to ensure operation of a 24/7 line.
What's in it for you?
The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:
Two (2) years of experience as an administrative specialist or executive support specialist which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. *Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as; interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations;
OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. *Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as; interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations.
One year of postsecondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the experience.
Requested Skills:
Experience managing and coordinating multiple calendars for managers and staff.
Experience coordinating all activities for meetings and conferences.
Experience making and reconciling purchases with state credit card for purchases such as books, training purposes and supplies.
Experience creating and proofing documents such as letters, reports, contracts, grants, and rules.
Experience managing a multi-line telephone system and triaging calls.
Experience establishing and maintaining filing and tracking systems.
Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, desktop publishing and graphics software applications.
Adherence to the highest standards of confidentiality regarding patient information and information security is required.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply:
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/ELC-Administrative-Specialist--Administrative-Specialist-2--Limited-Duration--Portland--OR--Remote-_REQ-122525
Application Deadline: 04/25/2023
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Children’s Mental Health Research Analyst to join an excellent team. This is a full-time, position within OHA’s Office of Health Policy & Analytics.
This position is eligible for 100% remote work, or this position can be a hybrid.
What you will do! This is a professional level position within the Behavioral Health Analytics Team. The primary purposes of this position are to: determine the needs for information, data and analysis relating to publicly funded mental health services in Oregon; oversee the children's mental health system data collection and analysis; take responsibility for researching and recommending outcome and performance measures; prepare data and analysis for presentation to the Legislature, other government agencies and interested parties; and manage data and research projects. The analyst works closely with behavioral health research and program staff across Health Policy & Analytics and other OHA divisions such as Health Systems Division. The position requires strong project management, analytical and interpersonal skills, and poise to work directly with stakeholders, present information and defend findings and recommendations. This person is part of the Behavioral Health Analytics team, whose goals focus on meeting the needs for regular ongoing information, data, and analysis for reports about publicly funded-health care services for operations and public consumption. These duties include: collaboratively defining, designing and coordinating reporting tasks, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, timeliness and overall quality of report data; overseeing the preparation of data to maximize efficient use of analysts' time; documenting specifications to extract, transfer and load (ETL) data from various sources to be used for interactive reports; establishing and maintaining Page 3 of 8 OHA 0105 (11/11) adequate report documentation and scheduling; and monitoring quality, satisfaction and use of reports to ensure ongoing usefulness.
What's in it for you?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and eleven paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
What we are looking for:
A Bachelor's Degree in any disciplines that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and three years experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the three years must have included coordinating complex research projects.
OR
Five years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the five years must have included coordinating complex research projects.
Required Skills:
Knowledge and experience of statistical software and data visualization software such as PowerQuery, PowerBI or Tableau.
Quantitative and qualitative problem-solving ability.
Knowledge and experience in survey design, research design, report writing, and data presentation.
Three years of progressively responsible experience in survey research, quantitative/qualitative analysis, quality assurance, or program management/analysis or an appropriate combination of education and experience in a related field. An MPH, MBA, or Ph.D. in a related area may substitute for two years of experience.
Experience with health survey research, health outcomes research, health care delivery systems research, or experience using health care expenditure, utilization and quality assurance data.
Experience in producing written reports, executive summaries and fact sheets.
Preferred experience and knowledge:
Experience with statistical software packages preferably SAS and GIS, and programming languages, preferably SQL.
Prefer experience and knowledge of Medicaid programs, and behavioral health treatment services, medical billing, coding and terminology.
How to Apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-114746
Apr 05, 2023
Full time
Application Deadline: 04/25/2023
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Children’s Mental Health Research Analyst to join an excellent team. This is a full-time, position within OHA’s Office of Health Policy & Analytics.
This position is eligible for 100% remote work, or this position can be a hybrid.
What you will do! This is a professional level position within the Behavioral Health Analytics Team. The primary purposes of this position are to: determine the needs for information, data and analysis relating to publicly funded mental health services in Oregon; oversee the children's mental health system data collection and analysis; take responsibility for researching and recommending outcome and performance measures; prepare data and analysis for presentation to the Legislature, other government agencies and interested parties; and manage data and research projects. The analyst works closely with behavioral health research and program staff across Health Policy & Analytics and other OHA divisions such as Health Systems Division. The position requires strong project management, analytical and interpersonal skills, and poise to work directly with stakeholders, present information and defend findings and recommendations. This person is part of the Behavioral Health Analytics team, whose goals focus on meeting the needs for regular ongoing information, data, and analysis for reports about publicly funded-health care services for operations and public consumption. These duties include: collaboratively defining, designing and coordinating reporting tasks, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, timeliness and overall quality of report data; overseeing the preparation of data to maximize efficient use of analysts' time; documenting specifications to extract, transfer and load (ETL) data from various sources to be used for interactive reports; establishing and maintaining Page 3 of 8 OHA 0105 (11/11) adequate report documentation and scheduling; and monitoring quality, satisfaction and use of reports to ensure ongoing usefulness.
What's in it for you?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and eleven paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
What we are looking for:
A Bachelor's Degree in any disciplines that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and three years experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the three years must have included coordinating complex research projects.
OR
Five years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the five years must have included coordinating complex research projects.
Required Skills:
Knowledge and experience of statistical software and data visualization software such as PowerQuery, PowerBI or Tableau.
Quantitative and qualitative problem-solving ability.
Knowledge and experience in survey design, research design, report writing, and data presentation.
Three years of progressively responsible experience in survey research, quantitative/qualitative analysis, quality assurance, or program management/analysis or an appropriate combination of education and experience in a related field. An MPH, MBA, or Ph.D. in a related area may substitute for two years of experience.
Experience with health survey research, health outcomes research, health care delivery systems research, or experience using health care expenditure, utilization and quality assurance data.
Experience in producing written reports, executive summaries and fact sheets.
Preferred experience and knowledge:
Experience with statistical software packages preferably SAS and GIS, and programming languages, preferably SQL.
Prefer experience and knowledge of Medicaid programs, and behavioral health treatment services, medical billing, coding and terminology.
How to Apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-114746
WIC Public Health Educator (Public Health Educator 2) - Limited Duration (17 months)
Salary Range: $4,465 - $6,851
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Oregon WIC Program in Portland, OR is recruiting for a limited duration WIC Public Health Educator to provide guidance, technical assistance and review of the nutrition education component of the WIC program. This public health program is designed to improve health outcomes and influence lifetime nutrition and health behaviors in a targeted, at-risk population. Nutrition education is the cornerstone of the WIC Program.
The Oregon Health Authority’s strategic goal is to end all health inequities by 2030.
OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation, and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership.
Most of this work may be performed remotely at an alternative worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology.
What will you do? As the WIC Public Health Educator , you will perform the following duties:
Work closely with the education coordinator and provide technical assistance to assure participant education materials meet program standards for readability, literacy, and cultural competency.
Collaborate with other state staff to develop communications and educational materials for local agencies, clients, or partners.
Provide leadership to develop program guidelines and processes in the development, review, and selection of educational materials to assure quality, professional materials that support the program mission and needs of the target audience.
Provide technical assistance and consultation to local agencies in public health education, adult learning theory, training strategies, educational materials development, communications for low literacy audiences, and other policy areas as assigned and upon request.
Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of the state training module component of local agency staff training.
Collaborate with other state WIC staff to develop module content according to state standards and develop competency models to be used to guide training development for local agency staff.
Provide expertise in area of eLearning including development of online modules and project management.
Develop and update training curriculum and materials that may include training modules, lessons, training supervisors’ guide, job aids, activity sheets, training resources.
Ensure modules meet identified writing and graphic standards, formats, and guidelines.
Oversee pilot testing of training modules including development of the pilot testing process, test questionnaires, review guidelines, and analysis of pilot data.
Participate in the assessment and identification of training needs for contracted local agency staff and provide training to meet the program needs.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer full medical, vision and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you are a skilled public health educator with WIC experience, apply today.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in health education, public health, education, community health or a public health related field AND three years of progressively responsible professional experience in health education, public health, education, or community health;
OR
A master’s degree in health education, public health, education, community health or a public health related field AND one year of health education, public health, education, community health experience.
Requested Skills
Master’s degree in health education, public health, or community health and experience working in the WIC program or similar public health program is preferred.
Experience providing public health education to a variety of audiences.
Experience developing training materials and curriculum based on adult learning theory.
Experience in public health program design, implementation and evaluation.
Experience in quality assurance and quality improvement methods, processes, and techniques.
Experience working as a contributing member of a self-directed team, which includes the willingness to collaborate, share information, and contribute to the team’s success.
Experience in cooperative training facilitation.
Excellent customer service and communication skills necessary to relate to both internal and external customers from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, PowerPoint, and social media.
Experience with partnership development and community collaboration.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-118897
Apr 05, 2023
Full time
WIC Public Health Educator (Public Health Educator 2) - Limited Duration (17 months)
Salary Range: $4,465 - $6,851
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Oregon WIC Program in Portland, OR is recruiting for a limited duration WIC Public Health Educator to provide guidance, technical assistance and review of the nutrition education component of the WIC program. This public health program is designed to improve health outcomes and influence lifetime nutrition and health behaviors in a targeted, at-risk population. Nutrition education is the cornerstone of the WIC Program.
The Oregon Health Authority’s strategic goal is to end all health inequities by 2030.
OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation, and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership.
Most of this work may be performed remotely at an alternative worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology.
What will you do? As the WIC Public Health Educator , you will perform the following duties:
Work closely with the education coordinator and provide technical assistance to assure participant education materials meet program standards for readability, literacy, and cultural competency.
Collaborate with other state staff to develop communications and educational materials for local agencies, clients, or partners.
Provide leadership to develop program guidelines and processes in the development, review, and selection of educational materials to assure quality, professional materials that support the program mission and needs of the target audience.
Provide technical assistance and consultation to local agencies in public health education, adult learning theory, training strategies, educational materials development, communications for low literacy audiences, and other policy areas as assigned and upon request.
Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of the state training module component of local agency staff training.
Collaborate with other state WIC staff to develop module content according to state standards and develop competency models to be used to guide training development for local agency staff.
Provide expertise in area of eLearning including development of online modules and project management.
Develop and update training curriculum and materials that may include training modules, lessons, training supervisors’ guide, job aids, activity sheets, training resources.
Ensure modules meet identified writing and graphic standards, formats, and guidelines.
Oversee pilot testing of training modules including development of the pilot testing process, test questionnaires, review guidelines, and analysis of pilot data.
Participate in the assessment and identification of training needs for contracted local agency staff and provide training to meet the program needs.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer full medical, vision and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you are a skilled public health educator with WIC experience, apply today.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in health education, public health, education, community health or a public health related field AND three years of progressively responsible professional experience in health education, public health, education, or community health;
OR
A master’s degree in health education, public health, education, community health or a public health related field AND one year of health education, public health, education, community health experience.
Requested Skills
Master’s degree in health education, public health, or community health and experience working in the WIC program or similar public health program is preferred.
Experience providing public health education to a variety of audiences.
Experience developing training materials and curriculum based on adult learning theory.
Experience in public health program design, implementation and evaluation.
Experience in quality assurance and quality improvement methods, processes, and techniques.
Experience working as a contributing member of a self-directed team, which includes the willingness to collaborate, share information, and contribute to the team’s success.
Experience in cooperative training facilitation.
Excellent customer service and communication skills necessary to relate to both internal and external customers from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, PowerPoint, and social media.
Experience with partnership development and community collaboration.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-118897
Application Deadline: 07/16/2023
Salary Range: $7,135 - $11,035
Work Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Immunization Program in Portland, Oregon has a career opportunity for an Immunization Section Manager (Public Health Manager 3) to administer and direct the Immunization Program in collaboration with the Immunization Management Team.
This is a full-time, permanent, management services position which is not represented by a union. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.
What will you do?
As the Immunization Section Manager, you will administer and direct the Immunization Program in collaboration with the Immunization Management Team. In this position, you will set strategies and priorities, provide policy input to high-level state, federal and private policy makers on public health issues related to the population, and serve as an agency spokesperson. You will direct the development of policy papers, needs assessments, grant writing operations, reporting, resource distribution, contract oversight, supervision of a multi-disciplinary team and assures accountability of state/federal programs to the Oregon Health Authority and federal agencies. In addition, you will work with health systems, coalitions, and state agencies to accomplish Oregon State Health Improvement Plan and Key Performance Measures and Healthy People 2030 objectives. This position works on across-center program integration and partnership efforts in close coordination with the Center Administrator and Section Managers.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by visiting: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement plans
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements: Four (4) years of management experience in a public or private health environment or related environment, which included responsibility for each of the following areas:
a) development of program rules and policies,
b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans,
c) program evaluation,
d) budget preparation
OR ; three (3) years of management experience in a public or private health environment or related environment, which included responsibility for each of the following:
a) development of program rules and policies,
b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans,
c) program evaluation,
d) budget preparation ;
e) AND 45-48 quarter hours of graduate level coursework in management.
Requested Skills:
Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration or closely related field is preferred.
Experience with public health, program management, community relations and public health administration.
Experience or working knowledge of the roles of public health in state and local government.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse stakeholders, incorporate community input, and implement programs and policies that further health equity.
Considerable leadership experience and demonstrated personnel management experience related to the motivation, management, direction, coordination, and review of the work of professional, technical and clerical personnel.
Knowledge of budgeting, contracting, and financial management processes related to public health compliance and efficient use of resources.
Ability to facilitate Public Health’s emerging role in achieving health equity.
Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Immunization-Section-Manager--Principal-Executive-Manager-F---Portland--OR--Hybrid-_REQ-123535
Mar 30, 2023
Full time
Application Deadline: 07/16/2023
Salary Range: $7,135 - $11,035
Work Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Immunization Program in Portland, Oregon has a career opportunity for an Immunization Section Manager (Public Health Manager 3) to administer and direct the Immunization Program in collaboration with the Immunization Management Team.
This is a full-time, permanent, management services position which is not represented by a union. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.
What will you do?
As the Immunization Section Manager, you will administer and direct the Immunization Program in collaboration with the Immunization Management Team. In this position, you will set strategies and priorities, provide policy input to high-level state, federal and private policy makers on public health issues related to the population, and serve as an agency spokesperson. You will direct the development of policy papers, needs assessments, grant writing operations, reporting, resource distribution, contract oversight, supervision of a multi-disciplinary team and assures accountability of state/federal programs to the Oregon Health Authority and federal agencies. In addition, you will work with health systems, coalitions, and state agencies to accomplish Oregon State Health Improvement Plan and Key Performance Measures and Healthy People 2030 objectives. This position works on across-center program integration and partnership efforts in close coordination with the Center Administrator and Section Managers.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by visiting: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement plans
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements: Four (4) years of management experience in a public or private health environment or related environment, which included responsibility for each of the following areas:
a) development of program rules and policies,
b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans,
c) program evaluation,
d) budget preparation
OR ; three (3) years of management experience in a public or private health environment or related environment, which included responsibility for each of the following:
a) development of program rules and policies,
b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans,
c) program evaluation,
d) budget preparation ;
e) AND 45-48 quarter hours of graduate level coursework in management.
Requested Skills:
Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration or closely related field is preferred.
Experience with public health, program management, community relations and public health administration.
Experience or working knowledge of the roles of public health in state and local government.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse stakeholders, incorporate community input, and implement programs and policies that further health equity.
Considerable leadership experience and demonstrated personnel management experience related to the motivation, management, direction, coordination, and review of the work of professional, technical and clerical personnel.
Knowledge of budgeting, contracting, and financial management processes related to public health compliance and efficient use of resources.
Ability to facilitate Public Health’s emerging role in achieving health equity.
Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Immunization-Section-Manager--Principal-Executive-Manager-F---Portland--OR--Hybrid-_REQ-123535
Role Summary
As a Bilingual Health Information Services Specialist, you will work under close supervision in the dissemination and interpretation of complex health and medical-related information regarding the causes, prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of specific diseases and disorders under the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Institute’s purview. In addition, you will respond to public inquiries via phone calls, email, postal mail, and Live Chat. You will develop standard and custom language to be used in responding to public inquiries, conduct online literature searches of NIH-approved Web sites and databases, and make resource referrals as appropriate.
What Will You Be Engaged In Day-To-Day?
Managing incoming telephone calls, assessing caller’s needs, and verifying the information.
Demonstrating excellent written communication skills in responding to inquiries, both in English and in Spanish. Drafting custom responses to written and email inquiries from the public, including controlled correspondence from members of Congress, and submitting to a senior staff person for review.
Cross-training across other NIH contracts to provide inquiry response support during periods of high volume.
Conducting research and data gathering, including manual and online literature searches using the World Wide Web and databases such as PubMed, MedlinePlus, ClinicalTrials.gov, and NIH RePORTER, and scanning health professional and programmatic literature to identify information that will be useful in responding to inquiries.
Researching and identifying new referral sources for the resource directories, ensuring that the organization meets the inclusion criteria.
Preparing original drafts of frequently asked questions written in plain language.
Participating as a member of the team in developing materials and publications that are used in responding to public health and medical inquiries, including information packages, resource lists, factsheets, and annotated bibliographies.
Reviewing health-related professional, scientific, and medical journals to draft knowledge base articles and developing new standard language.
Preparing monthly continuing education presentations on topics in the news related to new treatment options, rare diseases, and new resources for health information.
Providing onsite support at professional meetings attended by physicians, nurses, and medical professionals, representing NIH Institutes.
Performing other duties as assigned.
What Qualifications Will Help You Succeed?
B.S. or B.A. degree in a science or health-related discipline. Experience working in public health field a plus.
Bilingual written and verbal Spanish & English language ability is required.
The ability to travel to conferences is required.
Prior experience working in the field of health information or education is highly desired and familiarity with health care terminology a plus.
Experience in using the Internet and resource databases is needed.
Excellent client service skills, dependability, and follow-through.
Task and detail-oriented; able to work within established deadlines and perform assignments with a high degree of accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
IQ Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disabled/Veteran). IQ Solutions prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin or ancestry, marital status, status as a military veteran (including recently separated and other protected veterans), or status as a qualified handicapped or disabled individual, or as Vietnam-Era Veteran, in accordance with applicable law. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunities, please click here .
Mar 13, 2023
Full time
Role Summary
As a Bilingual Health Information Services Specialist, you will work under close supervision in the dissemination and interpretation of complex health and medical-related information regarding the causes, prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of specific diseases and disorders under the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Institute’s purview. In addition, you will respond to public inquiries via phone calls, email, postal mail, and Live Chat. You will develop standard and custom language to be used in responding to public inquiries, conduct online literature searches of NIH-approved Web sites and databases, and make resource referrals as appropriate.
What Will You Be Engaged In Day-To-Day?
Managing incoming telephone calls, assessing caller’s needs, and verifying the information.
Demonstrating excellent written communication skills in responding to inquiries, both in English and in Spanish. Drafting custom responses to written and email inquiries from the public, including controlled correspondence from members of Congress, and submitting to a senior staff person for review.
Cross-training across other NIH contracts to provide inquiry response support during periods of high volume.
Conducting research and data gathering, including manual and online literature searches using the World Wide Web and databases such as PubMed, MedlinePlus, ClinicalTrials.gov, and NIH RePORTER, and scanning health professional and programmatic literature to identify information that will be useful in responding to inquiries.
Researching and identifying new referral sources for the resource directories, ensuring that the organization meets the inclusion criteria.
Preparing original drafts of frequently asked questions written in plain language.
Participating as a member of the team in developing materials and publications that are used in responding to public health and medical inquiries, including information packages, resource lists, factsheets, and annotated bibliographies.
Reviewing health-related professional, scientific, and medical journals to draft knowledge base articles and developing new standard language.
Preparing monthly continuing education presentations on topics in the news related to new treatment options, rare diseases, and new resources for health information.
Providing onsite support at professional meetings attended by physicians, nurses, and medical professionals, representing NIH Institutes.
Performing other duties as assigned.
What Qualifications Will Help You Succeed?
B.S. or B.A. degree in a science or health-related discipline. Experience working in public health field a plus.
Bilingual written and verbal Spanish & English language ability is required.
The ability to travel to conferences is required.
Prior experience working in the field of health information or education is highly desired and familiarity with health care terminology a plus.
Experience in using the Internet and resource databases is needed.
Excellent client service skills, dependability, and follow-through.
Task and detail-oriented; able to work within established deadlines and perform assignments with a high degree of accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
IQ Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disabled/Veteran). IQ Solutions prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin or ancestry, marital status, status as a military veteran (including recently separated and other protected veterans), or status as a qualified handicapped or disabled individual, or as Vietnam-Era Veteran, in accordance with applicable law. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunities, please click here .
JOB PURPOSE: The University of Wyoming’s Counseling Center (UCC) is hiring for a clinician with expertise providing services to survivors of sexual assault. This clinician will have the training, and experience to provide evidence-based treatment for sexual assault, trauma, and other counseling services. This clinician will also demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and the overall wellness and development of University students.
This position includes a robust benefits package, including a retirement contribution from the University. UCC will also provide professional development opportunities and reimburse for travel expenses.
The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations
Mar 06, 2023
Full time
JOB PURPOSE: The University of Wyoming’s Counseling Center (UCC) is hiring for a clinician with expertise providing services to survivors of sexual assault. This clinician will have the training, and experience to provide evidence-based treatment for sexual assault, trauma, and other counseling services. This clinician will also demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and the overall wellness and development of University students.
This position includes a robust benefits package, including a retirement contribution from the University. UCC will also provide professional development opportunities and reimburse for travel expenses.
The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations
Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not-for-profit, free-standing, community-based hospice offering Southern Illinois and St. Louis Metro-East communities a range of services for people of all ages at the end of life. We have been providing compassionate care to terminally ill patients and their families in their home or a home-like setting since 1981. Since that time, we have continued our mission to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. Our reputation is a direct result of our desire to do more than what is required or expected. This can be seen in the passion and commitment of our employees and volunteers to provide excellent hospice care through all the services we provide. A career in hospice care at Hospice of Southern Illinois is a calling. Is it calling you? We are currently hiring for a Social Worker PRN (IL LSW or LCSW) position based our of Marion, IL location.
Summary of the Social Worker PRN Position (IL LSW or LCSW):
The Social Worker, as part of the Interdisciplinary Team, is responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing the delivery of medical social work services to hospice patients and/or families. Pro-actively promotes clinical competencies to assure positive patient outcomes by establishing and participating in the use of the clinical process to meet the realistic needs of the patient and/or family, as defined by the physician’s orders and the Plan of Care. Assures consistent, appropriate, and cost-effective care by actively managing the patient’s and/or family’s needs payor’s expectation, company policy compliance, and Hospice of Southern Illinois’ financial objectives.
We visit our patients wherever they may located, whether it be in their homes, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, etc. As a result, driving and reliable transportation are requirements of the position.
PRN Non-Exempt Position
As this is a PRN position, the hours will vary. Estimated 16 Hours Bi-Weekly Pay Period with an additional rotational on-call schedule that includes some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Would visit patients in our Marion location's service area.
Hospice of Southern Illinois is certified by the State of Illinois and is in compliance with the registration requirements of the Illinois Equal Pay Act.
By applying, you are consenting to be contacted via phone call, text, or email regarding your application for this position.
For further information about our company and to apply online, please visit www.hospice.org/careers.
EOE
Position Requirements for the Social Worker Position:
Education
Masters in Social Work (MSW) or Bachelor’s in Social Work (BSW) from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work required.
Qualifications
One (1) year experience in hospice preferred.
Two (2) years of experience in hospital, long-term care, or home-health setting required.
Other Qualifications
To be licensed in the State of Illinois as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Must have Illinois LSW or LCSW licensure.
Excellent clinical assessment, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills.
A working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid, hospice regulations, and third-party payor expectations is preferred.
Reliable means of transportation.
COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy: As an Illinois employer and healthcare organization, Hospice of Southern Illinois complies with all State and Federal regulations, including Illinois Executive Orders. As a result, we require COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment unless documentation of a medical or religious accommodation can be provided.
Physical Requirements: Performs repetitive tasks. Does sedentary work. Prolonged periods of sitting at times. Exerts up to 10 lbs. force occasionally. Requires physical flexibility of bending at knee and squat-bend. The Social Worker manages stress appropriately, makes decisions under pressure, handles multiple priorities, works with an Interdisciplinary Team, manages anger/fear/hostility/violence, and boundary issues of others appropriately. This position requires clarity of vision >20 inches and
Working Conditions: The Social Worker spends approximately 40% of his/her time in an air-conditioned environment with varying exposure to humidity and noise. The remaining 60% of his/her time is spent in an automobile or patient home, which may or may not have heat/air conditioning. The position has potential for exposure to malodorous, infectious body fluids from patients, animal pet hair, allergens in the home environment, some exposure to noxious smells from cleansing agents, and exposure to communicable diseases and traffic.
Essential Functions of the Social Worker Position:
Demonstrates knowledge about hospice and end-of-life care and is able to articulate the philosophy and services including the practice and roles of social work and the interdisciplinary team for internal and external customers.
Completes a comprehensive psychosocial assessment within 5 days after admission to hospice. Documents and updates comprehensive psychosocial assessment no less frequently than every 15 days.
In collaboration with patient, family, and interdisciplinary team, develops plan of care. Regularly reassesses and revises treatment plans in response to newly identified needs and altered goals of care.
Attends staff meetings and actively participates in IDT and other meetings/committees as assigned.
Establishes rapport and therapeutic relationships with patients/families through nonjudgmental active listening, empathy, and emotional support.
Assesses and develops plan in response to safety concerns, caregiving concerns and/or suicidal ideation.
As mandated reporters, discusses any suspected abuse or neglect with management, Regulatory Compliance, and appropriate authorities.
Demonstrates an attitude of compassion and sensitivity to clients, respecting client’s rights to self-determination and dignity.
Maintains professional boundaries of personal beliefs, value, and feelings and how their personal self may influence their practice.
Serves as advocate for the needs, decisions, and rights of clients in end-of-life care.
Ongoing documentation of social work care reflects the assessment, issues addressed, treatment offered, plan of care and must assure continuity of care between all settings. Documentation is timely according to Standards of Performance.
Demonstrates understanding and respect about how individuals are influenced by their ethnicity, culture, values, religion and health-related benefits and economic situations as they relate to end-of-life care. Shares knowledge with IDT.
Assumes personal responsibility for their continued professional development in accordance with state licensure requirements and National Association of Social Workers (NASW) standards for continuing professional education. Ensures required assigned education is finished in the specified time.
Educates the patient/family on the development, use, support and revision of advance directives throughout the progression of the illness.
Provides knowledge of available community resources and how to gain access to them. Initiates referrals as indicated.
Provides intensive counseling as well as practical services for those confronted by life-limiting illnesses, maximizing coping crisis and addressing the psychosocial domains of symptoms, suffering, grief and loss.
Effectively presents information in a clear and concise manner. Facilitates open communication. Organized and works efficiently with minimal supervision. Is a self-starter who is able to multi-task, demonstrates flexibility, motivation, initiative and commitment.
Participates in QAPI activities.
Participates in on-call after-hour care.
At the IDT meeting, no less frequently than 15 days, the social worker presents the psychosocial patient assessment and provides ongoing updates on emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural factors that may impact end-of-life care.
Teamwork - demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment to ensure deadlines, goals and objectives are met.
Supports, demonstrates, and celebrates evidence of Hospice of Southern Illinois core values.
Accurate timesheet documentation.
Appropriately manages Paid Time Off.
Other duties as assigned.
Benefit Information
Insurance not offered for PRN positions.
Eligible to participate in the 403(b) Retirement Plan
Access to our Employee Assistance Program through Mines & Associates.
Recruitment Referral Reward Program
Discounts from select companies (auto, cellphone, etc.)
Earn Burgundy Bucks which can be spent on items such as clothing and services in the Employee Portal
Wellness Reimbursement of $100 annually for gym memberships, marathons, and weight loss programs
Feb 10, 2023
Part time
Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not-for-profit, free-standing, community-based hospice offering Southern Illinois and St. Louis Metro-East communities a range of services for people of all ages at the end of life. We have been providing compassionate care to terminally ill patients and their families in their home or a home-like setting since 1981. Since that time, we have continued our mission to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. Our reputation is a direct result of our desire to do more than what is required or expected. This can be seen in the passion and commitment of our employees and volunteers to provide excellent hospice care through all the services we provide. A career in hospice care at Hospice of Southern Illinois is a calling. Is it calling you? We are currently hiring for a Social Worker PRN (IL LSW or LCSW) position based our of Marion, IL location.
Summary of the Social Worker PRN Position (IL LSW or LCSW):
The Social Worker, as part of the Interdisciplinary Team, is responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing the delivery of medical social work services to hospice patients and/or families. Pro-actively promotes clinical competencies to assure positive patient outcomes by establishing and participating in the use of the clinical process to meet the realistic needs of the patient and/or family, as defined by the physician’s orders and the Plan of Care. Assures consistent, appropriate, and cost-effective care by actively managing the patient’s and/or family’s needs payor’s expectation, company policy compliance, and Hospice of Southern Illinois’ financial objectives.
We visit our patients wherever they may located, whether it be in their homes, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, etc. As a result, driving and reliable transportation are requirements of the position.
PRN Non-Exempt Position
As this is a PRN position, the hours will vary. Estimated 16 Hours Bi-Weekly Pay Period with an additional rotational on-call schedule that includes some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Would visit patients in our Marion location's service area.
Hospice of Southern Illinois is certified by the State of Illinois and is in compliance with the registration requirements of the Illinois Equal Pay Act.
By applying, you are consenting to be contacted via phone call, text, or email regarding your application for this position.
For further information about our company and to apply online, please visit www.hospice.org/careers.
EOE
Position Requirements for the Social Worker Position:
Education
Masters in Social Work (MSW) or Bachelor’s in Social Work (BSW) from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work required.
Qualifications
One (1) year experience in hospice preferred.
Two (2) years of experience in hospital, long-term care, or home-health setting required.
Other Qualifications
To be licensed in the State of Illinois as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Must have Illinois LSW or LCSW licensure.
Excellent clinical assessment, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills.
A working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid, hospice regulations, and third-party payor expectations is preferred.
Reliable means of transportation.
COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy: As an Illinois employer and healthcare organization, Hospice of Southern Illinois complies with all State and Federal regulations, including Illinois Executive Orders. As a result, we require COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment unless documentation of a medical or religious accommodation can be provided.
Physical Requirements: Performs repetitive tasks. Does sedentary work. Prolonged periods of sitting at times. Exerts up to 10 lbs. force occasionally. Requires physical flexibility of bending at knee and squat-bend. The Social Worker manages stress appropriately, makes decisions under pressure, handles multiple priorities, works with an Interdisciplinary Team, manages anger/fear/hostility/violence, and boundary issues of others appropriately. This position requires clarity of vision >20 inches and
Working Conditions: The Social Worker spends approximately 40% of his/her time in an air-conditioned environment with varying exposure to humidity and noise. The remaining 60% of his/her time is spent in an automobile or patient home, which may or may not have heat/air conditioning. The position has potential for exposure to malodorous, infectious body fluids from patients, animal pet hair, allergens in the home environment, some exposure to noxious smells from cleansing agents, and exposure to communicable diseases and traffic.
Essential Functions of the Social Worker Position:
Demonstrates knowledge about hospice and end-of-life care and is able to articulate the philosophy and services including the practice and roles of social work and the interdisciplinary team for internal and external customers.
Completes a comprehensive psychosocial assessment within 5 days after admission to hospice. Documents and updates comprehensive psychosocial assessment no less frequently than every 15 days.
In collaboration with patient, family, and interdisciplinary team, develops plan of care. Regularly reassesses and revises treatment plans in response to newly identified needs and altered goals of care.
Attends staff meetings and actively participates in IDT and other meetings/committees as assigned.
Establishes rapport and therapeutic relationships with patients/families through nonjudgmental active listening, empathy, and emotional support.
Assesses and develops plan in response to safety concerns, caregiving concerns and/or suicidal ideation.
As mandated reporters, discusses any suspected abuse or neglect with management, Regulatory Compliance, and appropriate authorities.
Demonstrates an attitude of compassion and sensitivity to clients, respecting client’s rights to self-determination and dignity.
Maintains professional boundaries of personal beliefs, value, and feelings and how their personal self may influence their practice.
Serves as advocate for the needs, decisions, and rights of clients in end-of-life care.
Ongoing documentation of social work care reflects the assessment, issues addressed, treatment offered, plan of care and must assure continuity of care between all settings. Documentation is timely according to Standards of Performance.
Demonstrates understanding and respect about how individuals are influenced by their ethnicity, culture, values, religion and health-related benefits and economic situations as they relate to end-of-life care. Shares knowledge with IDT.
Assumes personal responsibility for their continued professional development in accordance with state licensure requirements and National Association of Social Workers (NASW) standards for continuing professional education. Ensures required assigned education is finished in the specified time.
Educates the patient/family on the development, use, support and revision of advance directives throughout the progression of the illness.
Provides knowledge of available community resources and how to gain access to them. Initiates referrals as indicated.
Provides intensive counseling as well as practical services for those confronted by life-limiting illnesses, maximizing coping crisis and addressing the psychosocial domains of symptoms, suffering, grief and loss.
Effectively presents information in a clear and concise manner. Facilitates open communication. Organized and works efficiently with minimal supervision. Is a self-starter who is able to multi-task, demonstrates flexibility, motivation, initiative and commitment.
Participates in QAPI activities.
Participates in on-call after-hour care.
At the IDT meeting, no less frequently than 15 days, the social worker presents the psychosocial patient assessment and provides ongoing updates on emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural factors that may impact end-of-life care.
Teamwork - demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment to ensure deadlines, goals and objectives are met.
Supports, demonstrates, and celebrates evidence of Hospice of Southern Illinois core values.
Accurate timesheet documentation.
Appropriately manages Paid Time Off.
Other duties as assigned.
Benefit Information
Insurance not offered for PRN positions.
Eligible to participate in the 403(b) Retirement Plan
Access to our Employee Assistance Program through Mines & Associates.
Recruitment Referral Reward Program
Discounts from select companies (auto, cellphone, etc.)
Earn Burgundy Bucks which can be spent on items such as clothing and services in the Employee Portal
Wellness Reimbursement of $100 annually for gym memberships, marathons, and weight loss programs
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Program in Portland, Oregon is recruiting for a Surge Policy & Fiscal Coordinator (Operations & Policy Analyst 4).
D uring normal conditions, this position is designated as hybrid, typically in the office no more than three days a week.
This is a full-time, limited duration, management services position which is not represented by a union. Limited duration positions are eligible for benefits. The duration of this position is expected to end on June 30, 2024. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies.
The mission of Oregon's Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Program is to develop public health systems to prepare for and respond to major, acute threats and emergencies that impact the health of people in Oregon. We collaborate with Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) and our local, regional and national Emergency Management partners
What will you do?
As the Surge Policy & Fiscal Coordinator, you will lead program planning for health care facility and health system recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and successive waves of patient surges and workforce stressors. You will develop strategies for the recovery of health systems in ways that will allow them to come back stronger and better able to prevent health equity gaps that have occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, you will develop agreements, contracts and policy proposals that build system- and state-level recovery programs that will rebuild the health care infrastructure, finances, and workforce stronger and more resilient than before the pandemic to prepare them for future threats. This position plays a central role in the implementation of HSPR’s surge plans in support of health care coalitions, health systems and the health care workforce through emergency contracts, and other agreements.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
Benefits:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefits package for you and your qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave:
11 paid holidays per year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement
In addition to medical benefits and employee leave, the state provides optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Please click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in public health or a related field in addition to five years of professional level operation and management experience related to public health,
OR; eight years of professional level operations and policy management experience related to public health.
Requested Skills:
Experience in emergency management planning concepts and public health systems.
Experience in fiscal and policy analysis.
Experience managing statewide legislative issues that include writing legislative concepts, testimony, and reports for bills related to emergency volunteer liability and other rules related to public health emergency preparedness.
Experience coordinating Rules Advisory Committees and public hearing processes and writing draft rules in partnership with the Department of Justice that support emergency volunteer liability or other public health emergency preparedness issues.
Experience developing strategies and implementation of federal laws surrounding American Disabilities Act & Language Access requirements that impact internal and external partners and the Oregon community.
Experience managing and coordinating fiscal and policy issues, budget management, national reporting and public relations.
Experience communicating effectively with federal, regional, local, state and non-governmental public health and public safety staff, including management and policy-level officials.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
.
Please Apply At the Link Down Below:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Surge-Policy---Fiscal-Coordinator--Operations---Policy-Analyst-4--Limited-Duration--Portland--OR_REQ-116027
Jan 11, 2023
Full time
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Program in Portland, Oregon is recruiting for a Surge Policy & Fiscal Coordinator (Operations & Policy Analyst 4).
D uring normal conditions, this position is designated as hybrid, typically in the office no more than three days a week.
This is a full-time, limited duration, management services position which is not represented by a union. Limited duration positions are eligible for benefits. The duration of this position is expected to end on June 30, 2024. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies.
The mission of Oregon's Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Program is to develop public health systems to prepare for and respond to major, acute threats and emergencies that impact the health of people in Oregon. We collaborate with Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) and our local, regional and national Emergency Management partners
What will you do?
As the Surge Policy & Fiscal Coordinator, you will lead program planning for health care facility and health system recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and successive waves of patient surges and workforce stressors. You will develop strategies for the recovery of health systems in ways that will allow them to come back stronger and better able to prevent health equity gaps that have occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, you will develop agreements, contracts and policy proposals that build system- and state-level recovery programs that will rebuild the health care infrastructure, finances, and workforce stronger and more resilient than before the pandemic to prepare them for future threats. This position plays a central role in the implementation of HSPR’s surge plans in support of health care coalitions, health systems and the health care workforce through emergency contracts, and other agreements.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
Benefits:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefits package for you and your qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave:
11 paid holidays per year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement
In addition to medical benefits and employee leave, the state provides optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Please click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in public health or a related field in addition to five years of professional level operation and management experience related to public health,
OR; eight years of professional level operations and policy management experience related to public health.
Requested Skills:
Experience in emergency management planning concepts and public health systems.
Experience in fiscal and policy analysis.
Experience managing statewide legislative issues that include writing legislative concepts, testimony, and reports for bills related to emergency volunteer liability and other rules related to public health emergency preparedness.
Experience coordinating Rules Advisory Committees and public hearing processes and writing draft rules in partnership with the Department of Justice that support emergency volunteer liability or other public health emergency preparedness issues.
Experience developing strategies and implementation of federal laws surrounding American Disabilities Act & Language Access requirements that impact internal and external partners and the Oregon community.
Experience managing and coordinating fiscal and policy issues, budget management, national reporting and public relations.
Experience communicating effectively with federal, regional, local, state and non-governmental public health and public safety staff, including management and policy-level officials.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
.
Please Apply At the Link Down Below:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Surge-Policy---Fiscal-Coordinator--Operations---Policy-Analyst-4--Limited-Duration--Portland--OR_REQ-116027
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA (flexible/hybrid)
Salary Range: $5,260.00 - $6,908.00 Monthly
T he Department of Health (DOH) works to protect and improve the health of the people of Washington State. Health Services Quality Assurance (HSQA) licenses healthcare professionals and facilities. This licensing work can require over 150 rule filings a year! Reporting to the Health Services Quality Assurance (HSQA) Regulatory Affairs Manager, this Health Services Consultant 4 position contributes to the mission achievement by providing technical assistance in the development, review, analysis, and impact of rule development, health legislation, and interpretive statements across the division. The scope of work encompasses regulation of 83 health care professions, about 7,000 health care facilities, rural health, and the emergency medical services and trauma system. With appropriate consultation with the supervisor or division management, the incumbent works independently within department and division policies and procedures, and state and federal law.
As the Senior Planner/Policy Analyst , you will:
Participate on behalf of HSQA in discussions of policy issues with the public, Governor-appointed board and commission members, and HSQA program staff.
Effectively lead or participate efforts in coordinating work across programs to ensure consistent processes for legislative analysis and rulemaking, and for prioritizing rulemaking workload across the division.
Serve as an agency wide expert resource on issues of high visibility and high sensitivity.
This position has the authority to direct programs and act on behalf of the department to conduct rule making within the confines of the Administrative Procedures Act law and agency and division procedures, including legislative procedures and guidelines, with appropriate consultation with the unit supervisor or management.
The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities one day per week. This would need to be a conversation between the hiring supervisor and the incumbent.
Benefits of Working for DOH
Washington is America's Top State according to U.S. News (2021) and offers one of the most competitive benefits package in the nation that is designed to meet the needs of you and your family.
Dec 30, 2022
Full time
Salary Range: $5,260.00 - $6,908.00 Monthly
T he Department of Health (DOH) works to protect and improve the health of the people of Washington State. Health Services Quality Assurance (HSQA) licenses healthcare professionals and facilities. This licensing work can require over 150 rule filings a year! Reporting to the Health Services Quality Assurance (HSQA) Regulatory Affairs Manager, this Health Services Consultant 4 position contributes to the mission achievement by providing technical assistance in the development, review, analysis, and impact of rule development, health legislation, and interpretive statements across the division. The scope of work encompasses regulation of 83 health care professions, about 7,000 health care facilities, rural health, and the emergency medical services and trauma system. With appropriate consultation with the supervisor or division management, the incumbent works independently within department and division policies and procedures, and state and federal law.
As the Senior Planner/Policy Analyst , you will:
Participate on behalf of HSQA in discussions of policy issues with the public, Governor-appointed board and commission members, and HSQA program staff.
Effectively lead or participate efforts in coordinating work across programs to ensure consistent processes for legislative analysis and rulemaking, and for prioritizing rulemaking workload across the division.
Serve as an agency wide expert resource on issues of high visibility and high sensitivity.
This position has the authority to direct programs and act on behalf of the department to conduct rule making within the confines of the Administrative Procedures Act law and agency and division procedures, including legislative procedures and guidelines, with appropriate consultation with the unit supervisor or management.
The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities one day per week. This would need to be a conversation between the hiring supervisor and the incumbent.
Benefits of Working for DOH
Washington is America's Top State according to U.S. News (2021) and offers one of the most competitive benefits package in the nation that is designed to meet the needs of you and your family.
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA
As the Community Outreach Specialist (Health Services Consultant 3) you will support and lead projects to increase the accessibility of our public health communications and community engagement efforts for current and future public health emergencies. You will work with other team members to create systems and structures to support accessibility at the agency and teach DOH staff how to integrate accessibility practices into their communications and community engagement work. You will also provide technical assistance specific to accessibility for subcontractors under the Health Disparities Grant.
The project position sits in the Equitable Access Branch of the Center for Community Relations and Equity (CR&E) in the Executive Office of Public Affairs and Equity (OPAE). The Equitable Access Branch assists the agency in strategy and action around language access, accommodations, culturally and linguistically appropriate services (CLAS), health literacy, equitable health communication, and accessible decision making and policy change.
This full-time, project Health Services Consultant 3 position is currently funded through May 31, 2024.
The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile work) is expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities once every few months. This would need to be a conversation between the hiring supervisor and the incumbent.
Dec 22, 2022
Part time
As the Community Outreach Specialist (Health Services Consultant 3) you will support and lead projects to increase the accessibility of our public health communications and community engagement efforts for current and future public health emergencies. You will work with other team members to create systems and structures to support accessibility at the agency and teach DOH staff how to integrate accessibility practices into their communications and community engagement work. You will also provide technical assistance specific to accessibility for subcontractors under the Health Disparities Grant.
The project position sits in the Equitable Access Branch of the Center for Community Relations and Equity (CR&E) in the Executive Office of Public Affairs and Equity (OPAE). The Equitable Access Branch assists the agency in strategy and action around language access, accommodations, culturally and linguistically appropriate services (CLAS), health literacy, equitable health communication, and accessible decision making and policy change.
This full-time, project Health Services Consultant 3 position is currently funded through May 31, 2024.
The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile work) is expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities once every few months. This would need to be a conversation between the hiring supervisor and the incumbent.
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
10 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
12 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
NOTE: This position will currently work 8a-5p; however may work evenings and weekends in the future.
This position will pay $75,327.00 - $97,196.00 annually. Salary is commensurate to experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Nursing Director, the Registered Nurse will provide culturally competent medical health services to low-income individuals in Los Angeles County, with a specific focus on the LGBT community.
The Registered Nurse will assure quality and cost-effective care for clinic patients, and will manage a patient’s course of treatment, and coordinate care with providers and other clinical support staff to ensure quality patient outcomes are achieved within established time frames with efficient utilization of resources. In addition, the Registered Nurse will work closely with the Medical Director and Nursing Supervisor to design, implement and monitor workflow processes throughout all APLA Health sites as it pertains to patient centered medical home (PCMH) implementation. This position is primarily clinical.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide clinical support to medical providers before and after primary care visits so as to ensure the timely delivery of quality medical care.
Interface with medical assistants to ensure patients receive specialty referrals in a timely manner and are able to follow through so as not to interrupt patient care.
Treat patients diagnosed with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in a timely manner and according to APLAHW clinical STI treatment guidelines.
Administer vaccines to patients per APLAHW clinical guidelines.
Provide and appropriately document health education to patients.
Participate in quality improvement activities as directed by the medical director, e.g. data analysis and measurement of outcomes, document and report the results and accomplishments of quality improvement initiatives.
Triage patients who walk in to clinic or call with acute medical concerns.
Assist front office staff in making appropriate arrangements for patients who arrive late for appointments or for whom an appointment needs to be rescheduled, by reviewing the medical record and determining how soon and where the patient should be seen.
Provide supervision and guidance for the clinic LVN and MAs.
Assist in the clinic transformation to a patient centered medical home (PCMH), in conjunction with the PCMH coordinator, medical director, chief operating office and clinical nurse manager.
Maintain adequate medical supplies, and medications for clinical areas by monitoring supplies and ordering supplies as needed. Ensure that exam rooms are fully stocked and prepared for patient care.
Participate in chronic disease management for selected patients with special needs.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
A valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Clinical experience as a registered nurse in an ambulatory health care clinic, preferably at a federally qualified health center (FQHC). Experience working in patient-centered care teams preferred.
Must have problem solving and organizational skills in order to ensure a productive work environment and achievement of goals. Experience in chronic disease management, case management, utilization management and quality improvement projects are preferred. Experience in an HIV medical practice is preferred.
Knowledge of:
Knowledge and experience working with electronic health records, Eclinical works preferred.
Ability to:
Ability to provide services in a non-judgmental fashion and work effectively with diverse populations is required as is the ability to maintain records and follow clinical guidelines/protocols. Must be able to work efficiently and complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy; work and solve problems independently; work flexible hours in order to complete tasks and meet client needs. Ability to be flexible in handling unanticipated client needs is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID-19 and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
To Apply:
Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=58288&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806
Dec 22, 2022
Full time
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
10 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
12 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
NOTE: This position will currently work 8a-5p; however may work evenings and weekends in the future.
This position will pay $75,327.00 - $97,196.00 annually. Salary is commensurate to experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Nursing Director, the Registered Nurse will provide culturally competent medical health services to low-income individuals in Los Angeles County, with a specific focus on the LGBT community.
The Registered Nurse will assure quality and cost-effective care for clinic patients, and will manage a patient’s course of treatment, and coordinate care with providers and other clinical support staff to ensure quality patient outcomes are achieved within established time frames with efficient utilization of resources. In addition, the Registered Nurse will work closely with the Medical Director and Nursing Supervisor to design, implement and monitor workflow processes throughout all APLA Health sites as it pertains to patient centered medical home (PCMH) implementation. This position is primarily clinical.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide clinical support to medical providers before and after primary care visits so as to ensure the timely delivery of quality medical care.
Interface with medical assistants to ensure patients receive specialty referrals in a timely manner and are able to follow through so as not to interrupt patient care.
Treat patients diagnosed with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in a timely manner and according to APLAHW clinical STI treatment guidelines.
Administer vaccines to patients per APLAHW clinical guidelines.
Provide and appropriately document health education to patients.
Participate in quality improvement activities as directed by the medical director, e.g. data analysis and measurement of outcomes, document and report the results and accomplishments of quality improvement initiatives.
Triage patients who walk in to clinic or call with acute medical concerns.
Assist front office staff in making appropriate arrangements for patients who arrive late for appointments or for whom an appointment needs to be rescheduled, by reviewing the medical record and determining how soon and where the patient should be seen.
Provide supervision and guidance for the clinic LVN and MAs.
Assist in the clinic transformation to a patient centered medical home (PCMH), in conjunction with the PCMH coordinator, medical director, chief operating office and clinical nurse manager.
Maintain adequate medical supplies, and medications for clinical areas by monitoring supplies and ordering supplies as needed. Ensure that exam rooms are fully stocked and prepared for patient care.
Participate in chronic disease management for selected patients with special needs.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
A valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Clinical experience as a registered nurse in an ambulatory health care clinic, preferably at a federally qualified health center (FQHC). Experience working in patient-centered care teams preferred.
Must have problem solving and organizational skills in order to ensure a productive work environment and achievement of goals. Experience in chronic disease management, case management, utilization management and quality improvement projects are preferred. Experience in an HIV medical practice is preferred.
Knowledge of:
Knowledge and experience working with electronic health records, Eclinical works preferred.
Ability to:
Ability to provide services in a non-judgmental fashion and work effectively with diverse populations is required as is the ability to maintain records and follow clinical guidelines/protocols. Must be able to work efficiently and complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy; work and solve problems independently; work flexible hours in order to complete tasks and meet client needs. Ability to be flexible in handling unanticipated client needs is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID-19 and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
To Apply:
Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=58288&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
10 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
12 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
NOTE: This is currently a remote position, however may return to the office and APLA Health location is flexible. In addition, hours needed range from 8 hours to 40 hours per candidate needs.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Behavioral Health Services Director, provide the appropriate level of behavioral health and substance use disorder services for clients of APLA Health & Wellness. Staff will provide services identified through a biopsychosocial assessment and promote health and wellness through services, advocacy and education with a focus on the needs of low-income LGBT adults including but not limited to people living with HIV/AIDS. Position will also provide community behavioral health services to other clients seeking services at APLA Health & Wellness. In addition staff will be tasked with providing education and consultation to primary care and behavioral health providers on areas of addiction treatment, and seeking to enhance our integrated care model .
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Complete behavioral health intakes, bio-psychosocial assessments; develop a treatment plan that addresses the collaborative clinical goals of clinician and client and document treatment progress notes; provide treatment termination & case closure.
Provide crisis counseling/intervention to clients and their social networks (i.e., partners, significant other, spouse, and immediate family member[s]).
Provide individual, couple and group counseling, building a caseload with a goal of averaging 30 hours of billable services delivered per week.
Provide behavioral health referrals, advocacy, and service information to clients and their support systems.
Screen, assess, and plan appropriate interventions to minimize client risk of acquiring or transmitting sexually transmitted infections.
Provide outreach, patient identification, education, and provider consultation on addiction treatment and enhancing our integrated service delivery model of care.
Expand the use of substance abuse screening tools into our care delivery systems, including evidence-based opioid risk assessment into our Electronic Health Record.
Participate in the collection, development, and deployment of education and outreach materials with a specific focus on issues related to the LGBT population in need of substance use identification and treatment, including opioid misuse information and resources.
Identify and expand use of community-based resources and referrals to facilitate higher-level services for patients with greater need than we are able to provide directly.
Document services in eClinicalWorks and/or other charting and data collection systems as appropriate. Documentation will be performed in a timely and accurate fashion in accordance with program policies and professional standards of care.
Adhere to all applicable professional, legal, and ethical standards of behavioral health practice in the provision of services, including but not limited to: mandated reporting, provision of effective services, case documentation, client confidentiality/HIPAA regulations, ensuring client safety, and maintaining professional boundaries.
Attend trainings and case conference meetings as required.
Prepare monthly reports and statistics as requested.
Maintain client behavioral health files to ensure completed documentation required by funders and agency Quality Management Plan.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
A Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an accredited university; Current California license in good standing as a Licensed Psychologist. Ability to be credentialed as a Medicare and Medi-Cal provider.
Knowledge of:
LGBTQ behavioral health issues and effective treatment modalities; HIV behavioral health issues; ability to perform differential diagnosis using the DSM-V; various theoretical orientations; treatment modalities; clinical techniques and interventions; treatment planning; biopsychosocial assessment; crisis intervention and reporting obligations. Requires significant experience in the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of substance use disorders, with a specific focus on opioid misuse.
Ability to:
Communicate effectively orally and in writing; organize work in an effective manner; work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary, fast paced environment; work effectively independently and as part of a team; communicate and relate to a variety of personalities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and presentations; complete documentation in a comprehensive and timely fashion in accordance with APLA H&W policies.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is a hybrid-remote position which will allow the employee to work remotely 60-80% of the time, in-office 20-40%. This position requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes
COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
To Apply:
Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=61849&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806
Dec 22, 2022
Part time
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
10 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
12 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
NOTE: This is currently a remote position, however may return to the office and APLA Health location is flexible. In addition, hours needed range from 8 hours to 40 hours per candidate needs.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Behavioral Health Services Director, provide the appropriate level of behavioral health and substance use disorder services for clients of APLA Health & Wellness. Staff will provide services identified through a biopsychosocial assessment and promote health and wellness through services, advocacy and education with a focus on the needs of low-income LGBT adults including but not limited to people living with HIV/AIDS. Position will also provide community behavioral health services to other clients seeking services at APLA Health & Wellness. In addition staff will be tasked with providing education and consultation to primary care and behavioral health providers on areas of addiction treatment, and seeking to enhance our integrated care model .
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Complete behavioral health intakes, bio-psychosocial assessments; develop a treatment plan that addresses the collaborative clinical goals of clinician and client and document treatment progress notes; provide treatment termination & case closure.
Provide crisis counseling/intervention to clients and their social networks (i.e., partners, significant other, spouse, and immediate family member[s]).
Provide individual, couple and group counseling, building a caseload with a goal of averaging 30 hours of billable services delivered per week.
Provide behavioral health referrals, advocacy, and service information to clients and their support systems.
Screen, assess, and plan appropriate interventions to minimize client risk of acquiring or transmitting sexually transmitted infections.
Provide outreach, patient identification, education, and provider consultation on addiction treatment and enhancing our integrated service delivery model of care.
Expand the use of substance abuse screening tools into our care delivery systems, including evidence-based opioid risk assessment into our Electronic Health Record.
Participate in the collection, development, and deployment of education and outreach materials with a specific focus on issues related to the LGBT population in need of substance use identification and treatment, including opioid misuse information and resources.
Identify and expand use of community-based resources and referrals to facilitate higher-level services for patients with greater need than we are able to provide directly.
Document services in eClinicalWorks and/or other charting and data collection systems as appropriate. Documentation will be performed in a timely and accurate fashion in accordance with program policies and professional standards of care.
Adhere to all applicable professional, legal, and ethical standards of behavioral health practice in the provision of services, including but not limited to: mandated reporting, provision of effective services, case documentation, client confidentiality/HIPAA regulations, ensuring client safety, and maintaining professional boundaries.
Attend trainings and case conference meetings as required.
Prepare monthly reports and statistics as requested.
Maintain client behavioral health files to ensure completed documentation required by funders and agency Quality Management Plan.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
A Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an accredited university; Current California license in good standing as a Licensed Psychologist. Ability to be credentialed as a Medicare and Medi-Cal provider.
Knowledge of:
LGBTQ behavioral health issues and effective treatment modalities; HIV behavioral health issues; ability to perform differential diagnosis using the DSM-V; various theoretical orientations; treatment modalities; clinical techniques and interventions; treatment planning; biopsychosocial assessment; crisis intervention and reporting obligations. Requires significant experience in the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of substance use disorders, with a specific focus on opioid misuse.
Ability to:
Communicate effectively orally and in writing; organize work in an effective manner; work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary, fast paced environment; work effectively independently and as part of a team; communicate and relate to a variety of personalities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and presentations; complete documentation in a comprehensive and timely fashion in accordance with APLA H&W policies.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is a hybrid-remote position which will allow the employee to work remotely 60-80% of the time, in-office 20-40%. This position requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes
COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
To Apply:
Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=61849&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA
As the Community Outreach Specialist (Health Services Consultant 3) you will contribute to and lead health equity communications and language access efforts to reach most-impacted communities with vital public health information now and in future public health emergencies. You will also provide communications and access technical assistance to community-based subcontractors under the Health Disparities Grant.
This project position sits in the Equitable Access Branch of the Center for Community Relations and Equity (CR&E) in the Executive Office of Public Affairs and Equity (OPAE). The Equitable Access Branch assists the agency in strategy and action around language access, accommodations, culturally and linguistically appropriate services (CLAS), health literacy, equitable health communication, and accessible decision making and policy change.
This project position is currently funded through May 31, 2024.
The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile work) is expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities once every few months. This would need to be a conversation between the hiring supervisor and the incumbent.
Dec 22, 2022
Full time
As the Community Outreach Specialist (Health Services Consultant 3) you will contribute to and lead health equity communications and language access efforts to reach most-impacted communities with vital public health information now and in future public health emergencies. You will also provide communications and access technical assistance to community-based subcontractors under the Health Disparities Grant.
This project position sits in the Equitable Access Branch of the Center for Community Relations and Equity (CR&E) in the Executive Office of Public Affairs and Equity (OPAE). The Equitable Access Branch assists the agency in strategy and action around language access, accommodations, culturally and linguistically appropriate services (CLAS), health literacy, equitable health communication, and accessible decision making and policy change.
This project position is currently funded through May 31, 2024.
The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile work) is expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities once every few months. This would need to be a conversation between the hiring supervisor and the incumbent.
APLA Health
5901 W. Olympic Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90036
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
10 Paid Holidays
5 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Nursing Director, the Clinical Case Manager will coordinate medical and support services for patients who are age 50+ and living with HIV, in consultation with the Medical Director and Supervisor. The Clinical Case Manager will coordinate patient care plans, based on individual assessments, collaborate with other health care team members and the HIVE Program Manager to promote health outcomes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform initial comprehensive nursing assessment and ongoing reassessments, including an assessment of the patients current symptoms, risk factors, and an assessment of the patients level of care.
Document results of the intake, subsequent contacts, reassessments, and all work performed on behalf of the patient using our electronic health record system (eClinicalWorks).
Consult with the patients attending physician, primary care practitioner and/or other medical providers as needed to coordinate treatment plans and advocate for the client as necessary.
Identify those services available to the client and coordinate services and/or make appropriate referrals as required in the service plan.
Coordinate and monitor the service plan, including service providers' performance. Negotiate with service providers when those services have either not been provided, or have been inadequately provided.
Maintain timely and appropriate contact with assigned clients.
Identify and follow up on instances of abuse, neglect, and exploitation that bring harm or create the potential for harm to clients.
Adhere to all applicable professional, legal, and ethical standards of clinical practice in the provision of services, including but not limited to: mandated reporting, provision of effective services, case documentation, patient confidentiality/HIPAA regulations, ensuring client safety, and maintaining professional boundaries.
Establish working relationships with members of the client's social support systems (e.g. significant others, family members, friends, conservators, etc.). Provide emotional and practical assistance to help them in maintaining their support to the client.
Identify out of care older HIV-positive patients to reengage them in treatment
Identify patients unmet medical and non-medical needs and coordinate the provision of services.
Provide patient education based on identified learning needs utilizing available teaching resources.
Provide and appropriately document health education to patients.
Participate in quality improvement activities as directed by the medical director, e.g. data analysis and measurement of outcomes, document and report the results and accomplishments of quality improvement initiatives.
Obtain training annually on topics that address HIV/AIDS, case management, psychosocial needs, and co-morbid disorders.
Attend unit, division, and other agency meetings as assigned.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience: Possession of the following is required: Current CA LVN license, or a valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred , issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Clinical experience in an ambulatory health care clinic, preferably including 2 years of HIV clinical practice. Demonstrate a history of working with the target population, inclusive of cultural competency and sensitivity, including that of persons living with HIV, and the LGBT community. Experience in chronic disease management, case management, utilization management and quality improvement projects, is preferred. Experience working with electronic health records, working with EClinical Works preferred. Bilingual in Spanish preferred. Skill and knowledge to maintain current license/certificate.
Knowledge of:
A solid knowledge of HIV disease, including natural history, symptoms and treatment. Knowledge of substance abuse issues and treatment and related sexual risks. Knowledge of HIV & Aging issues, including medical, mental health and other psychosocial issues that affect older adults living with HIV.
Ability to:
Ability to research, identify and access community referrals. Demonstrate proficient written documentation skills. Ability to demonstrate basic skills of risk behavior assessment and motivate patients to modify HIV risk taking behaviors and substance use behaviors.
Demonstrate experience in conducting a psychosocial assessment and/or working individually with clients in a counseling capacity. Ability to provide services in a non-judgmental fashion and work effectively with diverse populations is required as is the ability to maintain records and follow clinical guidelines/protocols. Must be able to work efficiently and complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy; work and solve problems independently; work flexible hours in order to complete tasks and meet client needs. Ability to be flexible in handling unanticipated client needs is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID-19 Vaccination and booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran.
To Apply:
Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=73094&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806
Dec 15, 2022
Full time
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
10 Paid Holidays
5 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Nursing Director, the Clinical Case Manager will coordinate medical and support services for patients who are age 50+ and living with HIV, in consultation with the Medical Director and Supervisor. The Clinical Case Manager will coordinate patient care plans, based on individual assessments, collaborate with other health care team members and the HIVE Program Manager to promote health outcomes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform initial comprehensive nursing assessment and ongoing reassessments, including an assessment of the patients current symptoms, risk factors, and an assessment of the patients level of care.
Document results of the intake, subsequent contacts, reassessments, and all work performed on behalf of the patient using our electronic health record system (eClinicalWorks).
Consult with the patients attending physician, primary care practitioner and/or other medical providers as needed to coordinate treatment plans and advocate for the client as necessary.
Identify those services available to the client and coordinate services and/or make appropriate referrals as required in the service plan.
Coordinate and monitor the service plan, including service providers' performance. Negotiate with service providers when those services have either not been provided, or have been inadequately provided.
Maintain timely and appropriate contact with assigned clients.
Identify and follow up on instances of abuse, neglect, and exploitation that bring harm or create the potential for harm to clients.
Adhere to all applicable professional, legal, and ethical standards of clinical practice in the provision of services, including but not limited to: mandated reporting, provision of effective services, case documentation, patient confidentiality/HIPAA regulations, ensuring client safety, and maintaining professional boundaries.
Establish working relationships with members of the client's social support systems (e.g. significant others, family members, friends, conservators, etc.). Provide emotional and practical assistance to help them in maintaining their support to the client.
Identify out of care older HIV-positive patients to reengage them in treatment
Identify patients unmet medical and non-medical needs and coordinate the provision of services.
Provide patient education based on identified learning needs utilizing available teaching resources.
Provide and appropriately document health education to patients.
Participate in quality improvement activities as directed by the medical director, e.g. data analysis and measurement of outcomes, document and report the results and accomplishments of quality improvement initiatives.
Obtain training annually on topics that address HIV/AIDS, case management, psychosocial needs, and co-morbid disorders.
Attend unit, division, and other agency meetings as assigned.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience: Possession of the following is required: Current CA LVN license, or a valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred , issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Clinical experience in an ambulatory health care clinic, preferably including 2 years of HIV clinical practice. Demonstrate a history of working with the target population, inclusive of cultural competency and sensitivity, including that of persons living with HIV, and the LGBT community. Experience in chronic disease management, case management, utilization management and quality improvement projects, is preferred. Experience working with electronic health records, working with EClinical Works preferred. Bilingual in Spanish preferred. Skill and knowledge to maintain current license/certificate.
Knowledge of:
A solid knowledge of HIV disease, including natural history, symptoms and treatment. Knowledge of substance abuse issues and treatment and related sexual risks. Knowledge of HIV & Aging issues, including medical, mental health and other psychosocial issues that affect older adults living with HIV.
Ability to:
Ability to research, identify and access community referrals. Demonstrate proficient written documentation skills. Ability to demonstrate basic skills of risk behavior assessment and motivate patients to modify HIV risk taking behaviors and substance use behaviors.
Demonstrate experience in conducting a psychosocial assessment and/or working individually with clients in a counseling capacity. Ability to provide services in a non-judgmental fashion and work effectively with diverse populations is required as is the ability to maintain records and follow clinical guidelines/protocols. Must be able to work efficiently and complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy; work and solve problems independently; work flexible hours in order to complete tasks and meet client needs. Ability to be flexible in handling unanticipated client needs is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID-19 Vaccination and booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran.
To Apply:
Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=73094&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806
Washington State Department of Health
Washington State
Reporting to the Community Based Care Coordinator Director, this Health Services Consultant 4 (HSC4) position serves as the Operations Supervisor/Manager of an integrated team supporting the Prevention and Community Health’s (PCH) COVID-19 Care Coordination Section in the Office of Assistant Secretary.
As the Operations Supervisor/Manager , this position will lead, guide and direct the daily operations carried out by staff in the areas of budget, contracts, fiscal, grants, and data management for quality assurance, process improvement and program consultation necessary to implement and sustain a system to support people in isolation and quarantine due to illness and/or exposure to COVID-19, thereby reducing community transmission and supporting the physical, social and emotional needs of exposed individuals. This position supports the Department of Health (DOH) mission to ensure that as Washington State continues to manage the COVID-19 outbreak and move toward a statewide recovery plan, a statewide infrastructure is created to support ongoing community-based work on recovery, care coordination and future emergency responses with the goal of increasing the number of Washington residents who are healthy at every stage of life and in all settings - health, educational, and social.
This full-time, project, homebased Health Services Consultant 4 position is currently funded through June 30, 2024.
Dec 13, 2022
Full time
Reporting to the Community Based Care Coordinator Director, this Health Services Consultant 4 (HSC4) position serves as the Operations Supervisor/Manager of an integrated team supporting the Prevention and Community Health’s (PCH) COVID-19 Care Coordination Section in the Office of Assistant Secretary.
As the Operations Supervisor/Manager , this position will lead, guide and direct the daily operations carried out by staff in the areas of budget, contracts, fiscal, grants, and data management for quality assurance, process improvement and program consultation necessary to implement and sustain a system to support people in isolation and quarantine due to illness and/or exposure to COVID-19, thereby reducing community transmission and supporting the physical, social and emotional needs of exposed individuals. This position supports the Department of Health (DOH) mission to ensure that as Washington State continues to manage the COVID-19 outbreak and move toward a statewide recovery plan, a statewide infrastructure is created to support ongoing community-based work on recovery, care coordination and future emergency responses with the goal of increasing the number of Washington residents who are healthy at every stage of life and in all settings - health, educational, and social.
This full-time, project, homebased Health Services Consultant 4 position is currently funded through June 30, 2024.
Reporting to the Bioterrorism Response Coordinator, this Microbiologist 1 position is in the Bioterrorism/Emergency Response laboratory unit of the Microbiology Laboratory supporting the mission of protecting public health in Washington State by participating in:
Performing testing in the Biowatch program which receives environmental samples 365 days/year for testing to rule out agents of bioterrorism.
Responding to public health emergency events including but not limited to Ebola, MERS CoV, Influenza, emerging/reemerging pathogen and rule out testing of biothreat agents from clinical samples.
Receiving samples from law enforcement and other first responders for testing to rule out agents of bioterrorism.
This position is required to have an on-site presence in order to perform the main scope of duties, functions and responsibilities of this position.
This is a full-time, permanent Microbiologist 1 position located within the Division of Disease Control and Health Statistics, in Public Health Microbiology Office.
Dec 13, 2022
Full time
Reporting to the Bioterrorism Response Coordinator, this Microbiologist 1 position is in the Bioterrorism/Emergency Response laboratory unit of the Microbiology Laboratory supporting the mission of protecting public health in Washington State by participating in:
Performing testing in the Biowatch program which receives environmental samples 365 days/year for testing to rule out agents of bioterrorism.
Responding to public health emergency events including but not limited to Ebola, MERS CoV, Influenza, emerging/reemerging pathogen and rule out testing of biothreat agents from clinical samples.
Receiving samples from law enforcement and other first responders for testing to rule out agents of bioterrorism.
This position is required to have an on-site presence in order to perform the main scope of duties, functions and responsibilities of this position.
This is a full-time, permanent Microbiologist 1 position located within the Division of Disease Control and Health Statistics, in Public Health Microbiology Office.
Washington State Department of Health
Washington State
This position serves as the Disaster Epidemiologist overseeing the Disaster Epi Program. This position leads Disaster Epi efforts within the Public Health Outbreak Coordination, Informatics, & Surveillance (PHOCIS) Office within the Disease Control and Health Statistics (DCHS) Division. Our mission is to work within the governmental public health system and with other public health and health care partners to implement public health programs, take public health actions, develop public health policy, and conduct assessment activities to improve the health of the people of Washington.
This Epidemiology-3 Supervisor position ( Disaster Epidemiologist ) contributes to the mission of the Department of Health (DOH) mission to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington State by serving as the agency’s primary subject matter expert in disaster epidemiology practice and by leading disaster epidemiology preparedness and response activities for DOH, as defined by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in its Public Health Emergency Preparedness Cooperative Agreement with DOH. Under the supervision of the Response Coordination Section Manager, the Disaster Epidemiologist will provide advanced internal and external epidemiological, consultative, and technical assistance with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
This is a full-time, project, homebased Epidemiologist 3 position and the incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington, with occasional reporting to the Public Health Laboratories in Shoreline, WA. This project position is currently funded through July 31, 2024.
About the Office of Public Health Outbreak Coordination, Informatics and Surveillance
PHOCIS is within the Disease Control and Health Statistics Division. We perform cross-agency outbreak surveillance, informatics, and response coordination, to combat disease transmission by protecting and improving the health of all people of Washington State. We currently support the critical DOH COVID-19 response operations, as well as many other DOH programs.
Dec 12, 2022
Full time
This position serves as the Disaster Epidemiologist overseeing the Disaster Epi Program. This position leads Disaster Epi efforts within the Public Health Outbreak Coordination, Informatics, & Surveillance (PHOCIS) Office within the Disease Control and Health Statistics (DCHS) Division. Our mission is to work within the governmental public health system and with other public health and health care partners to implement public health programs, take public health actions, develop public health policy, and conduct assessment activities to improve the health of the people of Washington.
This Epidemiology-3 Supervisor position ( Disaster Epidemiologist ) contributes to the mission of the Department of Health (DOH) mission to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington State by serving as the agency’s primary subject matter expert in disaster epidemiology practice and by leading disaster epidemiology preparedness and response activities for DOH, as defined by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in its Public Health Emergency Preparedness Cooperative Agreement with DOH. Under the supervision of the Response Coordination Section Manager, the Disaster Epidemiologist will provide advanced internal and external epidemiological, consultative, and technical assistance with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
This is a full-time, project, homebased Epidemiologist 3 position and the incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington, with occasional reporting to the Public Health Laboratories in Shoreline, WA. This project position is currently funded through July 31, 2024.
About the Office of Public Health Outbreak Coordination, Informatics and Surveillance
PHOCIS is within the Disease Control and Health Statistics Division. We perform cross-agency outbreak surveillance, informatics, and response coordination, to combat disease transmission by protecting and improving the health of all people of Washington State. We currently support the critical DOH COVID-19 response operations, as well as many other DOH programs.
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA
In the highly interdisciplinary and collaborative Climate and Health Section and reporting to the Air Quality Supervisor, this project Epidemiologist 2 position supports work to protect the health of Washington residents by providing environmental public health epidemiological and technical expertise for evaluating and preventing or reducing harmful health effects from environmental and communicable disease threats in indoor air. This position takes a climate and environmental justice approach to the work and prioritizes efforts that protect the most vulnerable populations while actively building relationships with the intention of empowering those groups.
As a member of the Climate and Health section, you will serve as an agency technical expert on the public health impacts of indoor air quality, related health co-benefits of climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts, and infectious disease prevention through indoor air quality policies and public health guidance.
In this position, you will:
Compile and analyze various kinds of health outcome air quality and exposure data.
Conduct reviews of literature, existing recommendations, and existing public practices, and interprets findings.
These evaluations inform a key area of this position to develop policy, recommendations, and actions related to climate change and indoor air quality to reduce overall health burden with an emphasis on reducing health disparities. As part of the process, you will engage with local, state, federal, and tribal partners working to reduce morbidity and mortality from indoor air quality-related exposures through efforts including convening an expert panel, and leading and participating in workgroups.
Currently, this position may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved to return, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities 1-4 days monthly.
This full-time, project Epidemiologist 2 position is located within the Division of Environmental Public Health’s Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences. This project position is currently funded through June 30, 2023.
Dec 12, 2022
Full time
In the highly interdisciplinary and collaborative Climate and Health Section and reporting to the Air Quality Supervisor, this project Epidemiologist 2 position supports work to protect the health of Washington residents by providing environmental public health epidemiological and technical expertise for evaluating and preventing or reducing harmful health effects from environmental and communicable disease threats in indoor air. This position takes a climate and environmental justice approach to the work and prioritizes efforts that protect the most vulnerable populations while actively building relationships with the intention of empowering those groups.
As a member of the Climate and Health section, you will serve as an agency technical expert on the public health impacts of indoor air quality, related health co-benefits of climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts, and infectious disease prevention through indoor air quality policies and public health guidance.
In this position, you will:
Compile and analyze various kinds of health outcome air quality and exposure data.
Conduct reviews of literature, existing recommendations, and existing public practices, and interprets findings.
These evaluations inform a key area of this position to develop policy, recommendations, and actions related to climate change and indoor air quality to reduce overall health burden with an emphasis on reducing health disparities. As part of the process, you will engage with local, state, federal, and tribal partners working to reduce morbidity and mortality from indoor air quality-related exposures through efforts including convening an expert panel, and leading and participating in workgroups.
Currently, this position may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved to return, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities 1-4 days monthly.
This full-time, project Epidemiologist 2 position is located within the Division of Environmental Public Health’s Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences. This project position is currently funded through June 30, 2023.
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA
This is a full-time, permanent Toxicologist 3 position located within the Division of Environmental Public Health (EPH) in the Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences (OEPHS).
This Toxicologist Supervisor position reports to the Site Assessment and Toxicology Section manager and supports the section as a senior toxicologist. In this position, you will have primary responsibility for establishing and supporting partnerships to address the threats to public health from environmental contaminants. This will be done by conducting assessments and providing recommendations on a broad array of non-routine human health toxicological issues with Department of Health (DOH) programs, external agencies, and communities. External agencies include agencies such as the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Washington State Department of Ecology, other state public health agencies, and Tribal governments. This responsibility includes evaluating chemical exposures, while considering equity and environmental justice, to determine public health risks, provide technical assessments, recommend values for protective standards, recommend policy actions, and issue public health advice and assigning requests to staff, assisting them with these requests, and reviewing responses and/or reports.
The position supervises three toxicologist staff members, and is expected to be effective at:
Managing staff.
Providing mentorship and technical guidance on projects.
Team building.
Identifying opportunities for growth in the technical expertise of staff.
Developing strategic plans.
Ensuring performance expectations and measures are met.
Continually evaluating results to improve program performance.
Identifying resource needs.
Assisting the section manager with identifying, obtaining, and managing state and federal funding to support priority work where necessary.
Currently, this position may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved to return, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for specific work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent may be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities one day per month.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
This is a full-time, permanent Toxicologist 3 position located within the Division of Environmental Public Health (EPH) in the Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences (OEPHS).
This Toxicologist Supervisor position reports to the Site Assessment and Toxicology Section manager and supports the section as a senior toxicologist. In this position, you will have primary responsibility for establishing and supporting partnerships to address the threats to public health from environmental contaminants. This will be done by conducting assessments and providing recommendations on a broad array of non-routine human health toxicological issues with Department of Health (DOH) programs, external agencies, and communities. External agencies include agencies such as the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Washington State Department of Ecology, other state public health agencies, and Tribal governments. This responsibility includes evaluating chemical exposures, while considering equity and environmental justice, to determine public health risks, provide technical assessments, recommend values for protective standards, recommend policy actions, and issue public health advice and assigning requests to staff, assisting them with these requests, and reviewing responses and/or reports.
The position supervises three toxicologist staff members, and is expected to be effective at:
Managing staff.
Providing mentorship and technical guidance on projects.
Team building.
Identifying opportunities for growth in the technical expertise of staff.
Developing strategic plans.
Ensuring performance expectations and measures are met.
Continually evaluating results to improve program performance.
Identifying resource needs.
Assisting the section manager with identifying, obtaining, and managing state and federal funding to support priority work where necessary.
Currently, this position may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved to return, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for specific work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent may be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities one day per month.
Washington State Department of Health
State of Washington or border cities
As the Prevention and Community Health (PCH) Division's lead technical resource for ArcGIS, PowerBI and Tableau, this Epidemiologist 2 (Non-Medical) position plans, coordinates, conducts, or supports advanced epidemiologic and evaluation analytics and information sharing with a focus on spatial analysis information display needs. In addition to working with analysts and program staff in PCH, the geospatial epidemiologist coordinates with the Executive Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT), the Environmental Public Health Division's Washington Tracking Network, and internal and external partners to develop and share guidance on and inform policies for GIS and data visualization standards. The position sits in the Office of the Assistant Secretary (OAS) unit that coordinates and conducts activities related to information governance for PCH systems. This epidemiologist will report to the OAS Informatics and Advanced Analytics Unit Supervisor and work closely with the Divisional Senior Epidemiologist to create & sustain Divisional support for public health sciences. The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington or border cities. The incumbent will remain fully remote and has the option to work with their supervisor to determine an occasional work schedule at the Tumwater, WA duty station dependent upon space being available.
Dec 06, 2022
Full time
As the Prevention and Community Health (PCH) Division's lead technical resource for ArcGIS, PowerBI and Tableau, this Epidemiologist 2 (Non-Medical) position plans, coordinates, conducts, or supports advanced epidemiologic and evaluation analytics and information sharing with a focus on spatial analysis information display needs. In addition to working with analysts and program staff in PCH, the geospatial epidemiologist coordinates with the Executive Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT), the Environmental Public Health Division's Washington Tracking Network, and internal and external partners to develop and share guidance on and inform policies for GIS and data visualization standards. The position sits in the Office of the Assistant Secretary (OAS) unit that coordinates and conducts activities related to information governance for PCH systems. This epidemiologist will report to the OAS Informatics and Advanced Analytics Unit Supervisor and work closely with the Divisional Senior Epidemiologist to create & sustain Divisional support for public health sciences. The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington or border cities. The incumbent will remain fully remote and has the option to work with their supervisor to determine an occasional work schedule at the Tumwater, WA duty station dependent upon space being available.
The Surveillance & Evaluation section (S&E) within the Office of Family and Community Health Improvement gathers, analyzes, interprets, and reports on data that describe the health status, health care, behaviors, services, and other pertinent issues related to health. Under the supervision of the Evaluation Unit supervisor, the Surveillance and Evaluation Epidemiologist 2 (Non-medical) provides program evaluation, epidemiologic assessment, surveillance, and analytic leadership oversight, and support to statistical analysis projects related to maternal, child, and reproductive health. This position also works to implement state and community level assessment and evaluation plans. The Epidemiologist 2 provides technical assistance to communities, contract managers, and related state level programs as needed and contributes to general assessment and evaluation capacity within DOH.
The duty station for this position is in Tumwater, WA. Telework (mobile work) is currently expected. When approved, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities. Partial telecommuting may be an option subject to supervisory approval. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities 1-2 days a month. Some occasional travel within Washington State is expected for meetings, trainings, and site visits.
Dec 06, 2022
Full time
The Surveillance & Evaluation section (S&E) within the Office of Family and Community Health Improvement gathers, analyzes, interprets, and reports on data that describe the health status, health care, behaviors, services, and other pertinent issues related to health. Under the supervision of the Evaluation Unit supervisor, the Surveillance and Evaluation Epidemiologist 2 (Non-medical) provides program evaluation, epidemiologic assessment, surveillance, and analytic leadership oversight, and support to statistical analysis projects related to maternal, child, and reproductive health. This position also works to implement state and community level assessment and evaluation plans. The Epidemiologist 2 provides technical assistance to communities, contract managers, and related state level programs as needed and contributes to general assessment and evaluation capacity within DOH.
The duty station for this position is in Tumwater, WA. Telework (mobile work) is currently expected. When approved, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities. Partial telecommuting may be an option subject to supervisory approval. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities 1-2 days a month. Some occasional travel within Washington State is expected for meetings, trainings, and site visits.
Washington State Department of Health
Shoreline, WA
This Laboratory Technician 1 position supports the scientists testing various types of samples. This position is required to have an on-site presence to perform a variety of laboratory preparations and testing of samples in Environmental Microbiology Laboratory and to perform laboratory quality assurance testing as required by accreditation standards.
In this onsite position, you will:
Communicate and coordinate sample submissions and sample kits for SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater to and from the Washington Public Health Laboratories (WAPHL) from a variety of sources such as wastewater facilities, Local Health Jurisdictions, and businesses submitting environmental samples.
Work in a team environment and will follow the direction of the lead microbiologist as well as the supervisor.
Perform accessioning, inventory, and recycle the resources needed by the scientists for their work.
Perform basic tasks in the preparation and analysis of samples in the laboratories, and to help with reporting and filing of the results of the analyses.
About the Washington Public Health Laboratories
The WAPHL supports the efforts of local health jurisdictions in routine disease monitoring as well as during disease outbreaks. The PHL assists health care providers by identifying organisms and shares the results of reportable conditions with local health jurisdictions as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is the only Washington lab that identifies rare diseases like Rabies, Hantavirus, West Nile virus and analyzes clinical samples of statewide outbreaks of human illness, biotoxins and bacteria for shellfish contamination, and identifies agents suspected in terrorist events.
Dec 06, 2022
Full time
This Laboratory Technician 1 position supports the scientists testing various types of samples. This position is required to have an on-site presence to perform a variety of laboratory preparations and testing of samples in Environmental Microbiology Laboratory and to perform laboratory quality assurance testing as required by accreditation standards.
In this onsite position, you will:
Communicate and coordinate sample submissions and sample kits for SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater to and from the Washington Public Health Laboratories (WAPHL) from a variety of sources such as wastewater facilities, Local Health Jurisdictions, and businesses submitting environmental samples.
Work in a team environment and will follow the direction of the lead microbiologist as well as the supervisor.
Perform accessioning, inventory, and recycle the resources needed by the scientists for their work.
Perform basic tasks in the preparation and analysis of samples in the laboratories, and to help with reporting and filing of the results of the analyses.
About the Washington Public Health Laboratories
The WAPHL supports the efforts of local health jurisdictions in routine disease monitoring as well as during disease outbreaks. The PHL assists health care providers by identifying organisms and shares the results of reportable conditions with local health jurisdictions as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is the only Washington lab that identifies rare diseases like Rabies, Hantavirus, West Nile virus and analyzes clinical samples of statewide outbreaks of human illness, biotoxins and bacteria for shellfish contamination, and identifies agents suspected in terrorist events.
This Health Services Consultant 3 position reports to the Community Wellness & Youth Education Manager and functions as the Implementation Coordinator for the Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (CCCP) within the Community Based Prevention Section (CBP) of the Office of Healthy and Safe Communities (OHSC).
As the Implementation Coordinator, you will:
Coordinate work with evidence-based implementation activities outlined in the program work plan and support the program coordinators state-wide partnership, evaluation, and reporting on for the 5-year cancer plan.
Oversee and coordinate all prevention strategies, tactics, and activities for the CCCP.
The Department of Health (DOH) works to protect and improve the health of people in Washington State. This position supports the DOH mission by collaborating with our internal and external partners to enhance the health of individuals, families, and communities through the planning, implementation, and evaluation of prevention and survivorship interventions to address cancer, the leading cause of death in Washington State.
The duty station for this position is Tumwater, WA. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected. Incumbent must have internet access and connectivity. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities. An alternative work schedule may be considered upon request and supervisor approval. Telework - once returned to the duty station for work activities, may be considered upon request with supervisory approval. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities no more than one day per month.
Dec 05, 2022
Full time
This Health Services Consultant 3 position reports to the Community Wellness & Youth Education Manager and functions as the Implementation Coordinator for the Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (CCCP) within the Community Based Prevention Section (CBP) of the Office of Healthy and Safe Communities (OHSC).
As the Implementation Coordinator, you will:
Coordinate work with evidence-based implementation activities outlined in the program work plan and support the program coordinators state-wide partnership, evaluation, and reporting on for the 5-year cancer plan.
Oversee and coordinate all prevention strategies, tactics, and activities for the CCCP.
The Department of Health (DOH) works to protect and improve the health of people in Washington State. This position supports the DOH mission by collaborating with our internal and external partners to enhance the health of individuals, families, and communities through the planning, implementation, and evaluation of prevention and survivorship interventions to address cancer, the leading cause of death in Washington State.
The duty station for this position is Tumwater, WA. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected. Incumbent must have internet access and connectivity. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities. An alternative work schedule may be considered upon request and supervisor approval. Telework - once returned to the duty station for work activities, may be considered upon request with supervisory approval. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities no more than one day per month.
The vision of the Department of Health (DOH) is equity and optimal health for all. The mission is to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state. Reporting to the Regulatory Affairs Manager, this Health Services Consultant 4 position helps assure that agency rules are developed in a transparent and productive way consistent with agency authority and statutory requirements, while instilling an outward mindset, innovation, and equity centered.
As the Policy Coordinator, you will:
Provide technical consultation and assistance to agency staff in the completion of rulemaking paperwork for rule development within Title 246 WAC; establish, revise, and interpret regulations; manage data systems as necessary to coordinate agency regulatory needs.
Coordinate the agency’s filing of rules, rule archiving, and all other required filings for the Department, boards, and commissions, as well as all required communication.
Develop and manage cost surveys as developed by the agency Economist and program staff.
Serve as a designated senior Health Services Consultant planner/policy analyst reporting directly to Executive Management on issues involving multiple partners.
Currently, this position may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved to return, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities 2 days monthly.
Dec 05, 2022
Full time
The vision of the Department of Health (DOH) is equity and optimal health for all. The mission is to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state. Reporting to the Regulatory Affairs Manager, this Health Services Consultant 4 position helps assure that agency rules are developed in a transparent and productive way consistent with agency authority and statutory requirements, while instilling an outward mindset, innovation, and equity centered.
As the Policy Coordinator, you will:
Provide technical consultation and assistance to agency staff in the completion of rulemaking paperwork for rule development within Title 246 WAC; establish, revise, and interpret regulations; manage data systems as necessary to coordinate agency regulatory needs.
Coordinate the agency’s filing of rules, rule archiving, and all other required filings for the Department, boards, and commissions, as well as all required communication.
Develop and manage cost surveys as developed by the agency Economist and program staff.
Serve as a designated senior Health Services Consultant planner/policy analyst reporting directly to Executive Management on issues involving multiple partners.
Currently, this position may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved to return, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities 2 days monthly.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Multiple Locations
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Office of Equity and Environmental Justice (OEEJ) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator (Management Analyst 5) position.
The position can be located in any one of our offices listed below:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
N orthwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA . Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Eastern Region Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from one of the above office locations.
The Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator is a senior position with agency-wide impact. You will lead change across the agency to build understanding, competency, and consistency in community and Tribal engagement practices. In this position, you will gain leadership and policy experience, exposure to the range of Ecology’s work, and contribute to advancing environmental justice and equity priorities. You will work with people across the agency, as well as members of the public, staff from other state agencies, the Washington Environmental Justice council and workgroup members, and Tribal representatives.
We are looking for someone with a passion for advancing equity and justice in governance, and who shares our commitment to building an anti-racist and equity-focused institution. Your lived and professional expertise inform your work and strategy to support Ecology’s mission to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Please Note: The salary posted above does not include the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive if the position ends up being based in King County. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled. The initial screening date will be on December 12, 2022. In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 11, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
Ecology established the Office of Equity and Environmental (OEEJ) Justice in 2021. Our mission is to eliminate environmental and health disparities for communities most at risk from pollution and other environmental impacts. We achieve this through fair and just practices that support the well-being and resilience of Ecology’s workforce and everyone in Washington. Core to this mission is having an organization culture and practices where the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect are reflected in who we are, where we work, and what we do.
What makes this role unique?
This position is the agency expert and implementation lead on the community and Tribal engagement obligations in the state Environmental Justice law ( Chapter 70A.02 RCW ). You will be responsible for strengthening the agency’s Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework. This includes developing and delivering supportive education materials and working with colleagues across the agency to integrate these standards and practices into agency activities. While the scope of responsibility is challenging, you will work with and have the support of colleagues within the OEEJ and across Ecology who are committed to meaningful community engagement and Tribal consultation.
What you will do:
Lead cross-program implementation of the agency Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework.
Lead implementation of the community compensation law that allows the agency to provide stipends to members of the public who serve on agency advisory groups.
Advise agency programs, create educational resources, and support policy development related to meaningful community engagement, Tribal consultation, and community compensation.
Develop and maintain relationships with people and groups outside of the agency to build relationships and support collaboration around agency activities.
Facilitate a cross-program network of learning and support for agency community engagement professionals.
Contribute as an OEEJ collaborative team member, and support Office responsibilities including Environmental Justice analysis, Title VI compliance, and DEIR (Diversity Equity Inclusion and Respect) organizational change.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify. A total of nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below: Professional level experience: Nine (9) years of experience leading or coordinating projects or programs, conducting research, and/or analyzing policies or laws that focus on community engagement and communication, Tribal consultation, social justice, environmental justice, health equity or closely related field. The experience listed above must include experience in and commitment to the following:
Working with populations or communities who are historically marginalized, communities of color, immigrants, linguistically isolated, rural, low-income, Tribal, indigenous, or who have disabilities and access needs.
Integrating community voice, feedback, needs, and preferences into program plans, projects, and initiatives.
Understanding and upholding commitments to Tribal sovereignty, treaty right, government-to-government relationship, inherent rights of indigenous people, and since time immemorial tribal culture and history.
Planning environmental or health focused community engagement programs and projects including experience with assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and using lessons learned to evolve the program over time.
Education: involving a major emphasis in environmental or natural resource policy or planning, environmental justice, environmental or medical anthropology, critical geography, race and area studies, Native American or American Indian studies, Tribal administration and governance, public health, social science, sociology, environmental law, public administration, environmental or natural resource science, or closely related field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combination s
College credit hours or degree – as listed above.
Years of required experience - as listed above.
Combination 1
No college credit hours or degree
9 years of experience
Combination 2
30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.
8 years of experience
Combination 3
60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).
7 years of experience
Combination 4
90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.
6 years of experience
Combination 5
A Bachelor's Degree
5 years of experience
Combination 6
A Master's Degree or higher
3 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Lived or professional experience addressing environmental injustice and working with communities of color, Tribes, indigenous people, or low-income populations on environmental and social justice issues.
An understanding of environmental justice research, demographic data, and equity focused assessments.
Understanding and confidence discussing environmental and social justice, racism, and social and economic inequalities.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Millie Piazza at: Millie.Piazza@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Millie to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description email careers@ecy.wa.gov . The full position description contains more details about the position, duties, and key activities.
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Nov 29, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Office of Equity and Environmental Justice (OEEJ) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator (Management Analyst 5) position.
The position can be located in any one of our offices listed below:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
N orthwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA . Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Eastern Region Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from one of the above office locations.
The Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator is a senior position with agency-wide impact. You will lead change across the agency to build understanding, competency, and consistency in community and Tribal engagement practices. In this position, you will gain leadership and policy experience, exposure to the range of Ecology’s work, and contribute to advancing environmental justice and equity priorities. You will work with people across the agency, as well as members of the public, staff from other state agencies, the Washington Environmental Justice council and workgroup members, and Tribal representatives.
We are looking for someone with a passion for advancing equity and justice in governance, and who shares our commitment to building an anti-racist and equity-focused institution. Your lived and professional expertise inform your work and strategy to support Ecology’s mission to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Please Note: The salary posted above does not include the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive if the position ends up being based in King County. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled. The initial screening date will be on December 12, 2022. In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 11, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
Ecology established the Office of Equity and Environmental (OEEJ) Justice in 2021. Our mission is to eliminate environmental and health disparities for communities most at risk from pollution and other environmental impacts. We achieve this through fair and just practices that support the well-being and resilience of Ecology’s workforce and everyone in Washington. Core to this mission is having an organization culture and practices where the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect are reflected in who we are, where we work, and what we do.
What makes this role unique?
This position is the agency expert and implementation lead on the community and Tribal engagement obligations in the state Environmental Justice law ( Chapter 70A.02 RCW ). You will be responsible for strengthening the agency’s Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework. This includes developing and delivering supportive education materials and working with colleagues across the agency to integrate these standards and practices into agency activities. While the scope of responsibility is challenging, you will work with and have the support of colleagues within the OEEJ and across Ecology who are committed to meaningful community engagement and Tribal consultation.
What you will do:
Lead cross-program implementation of the agency Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework.
Lead implementation of the community compensation law that allows the agency to provide stipends to members of the public who serve on agency advisory groups.
Advise agency programs, create educational resources, and support policy development related to meaningful community engagement, Tribal consultation, and community compensation.
Develop and maintain relationships with people and groups outside of the agency to build relationships and support collaboration around agency activities.
Facilitate a cross-program network of learning and support for agency community engagement professionals.
Contribute as an OEEJ collaborative team member, and support Office responsibilities including Environmental Justice analysis, Title VI compliance, and DEIR (Diversity Equity Inclusion and Respect) organizational change.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify. A total of nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below: Professional level experience: Nine (9) years of experience leading or coordinating projects or programs, conducting research, and/or analyzing policies or laws that focus on community engagement and communication, Tribal consultation, social justice, environmental justice, health equity or closely related field. The experience listed above must include experience in and commitment to the following:
Working with populations or communities who are historically marginalized, communities of color, immigrants, linguistically isolated, rural, low-income, Tribal, indigenous, or who have disabilities and access needs.
Integrating community voice, feedback, needs, and preferences into program plans, projects, and initiatives.
Understanding and upholding commitments to Tribal sovereignty, treaty right, government-to-government relationship, inherent rights of indigenous people, and since time immemorial tribal culture and history.
Planning environmental or health focused community engagement programs and projects including experience with assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and using lessons learned to evolve the program over time.
Education: involving a major emphasis in environmental or natural resource policy or planning, environmental justice, environmental or medical anthropology, critical geography, race and area studies, Native American or American Indian studies, Tribal administration and governance, public health, social science, sociology, environmental law, public administration, environmental or natural resource science, or closely related field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combination s
College credit hours or degree – as listed above.
Years of required experience - as listed above.
Combination 1
No college credit hours or degree
9 years of experience
Combination 2
30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.
8 years of experience
Combination 3
60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).
7 years of experience
Combination 4
90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.
6 years of experience
Combination 5
A Bachelor's Degree
5 years of experience
Combination 6
A Master's Degree or higher
3 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Lived or professional experience addressing environmental injustice and working with communities of color, Tribes, indigenous people, or low-income populations on environmental and social justice issues.
An understanding of environmental justice research, demographic data, and equity focused assessments.
Understanding and confidence discussing environmental and social justice, racism, and social and economic inequalities.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
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Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Millie Piazza at: Millie.Piazza@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Millie to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description email careers@ecy.wa.gov . The full position description contains more details about the position, duties, and key activities.
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
This is a full-time, project Epidemiologist 3 position located within the Division of Disease Control & Health Statistics, in the Office of Public Health Outbreak Coordination, Informatics, and Surveillance (PHOCIS). This project position is currently funded through July 31, 2024.
The Department of Health’s (DOH) mission is to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington State. This Epidemiologist 3 position, located in PHOCIS’s Surveillance Section, contributes to this mission by supporting the assessment and enhancement of public health surveillance through the expansion of syndromic surveillance and notifiable conditions reporting. These activities improve PHOCIS and DOH’s capacity to identify public health trends, conduct investigations, and to support program development for preventing, detecting, and controlling diseases and other priority public health topics in Washington state. This work is done to support DOH’s Rapid Health Information Network (RHINO) and supports the effective use of public health data and surveillance systems supported and utilized by DOH and LHJ epidemiologists.
Nov 22, 2022
Full time
This is a full-time, project Epidemiologist 3 position located within the Division of Disease Control & Health Statistics, in the Office of Public Health Outbreak Coordination, Informatics, and Surveillance (PHOCIS). This project position is currently funded through July 31, 2024.
The Department of Health’s (DOH) mission is to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington State. This Epidemiologist 3 position, located in PHOCIS’s Surveillance Section, contributes to this mission by supporting the assessment and enhancement of public health surveillance through the expansion of syndromic surveillance and notifiable conditions reporting. These activities improve PHOCIS and DOH’s capacity to identify public health trends, conduct investigations, and to support program development for preventing, detecting, and controlling diseases and other priority public health topics in Washington state. This work is done to support DOH’s Rapid Health Information Network (RHINO) and supports the effective use of public health data and surveillance systems supported and utilized by DOH and LHJ epidemiologists.
Washington State Department of Health
Shoreline, WA
This full-time, project Laboratory Technician 1 position is currently funded through July 31, 2024.
This is a Laboratory Technician 1 position in the Antibiotic Resistance Lab Network (ARLN)/ Reference lab; incumbent is required to work on-site in the Shoreline, WA lab due to the nature of the work/duties.
It is an expectation that all staff may be called upon to respond during public health emergencies. This position will help to contribute to the successful of the West Regional Lab/ Reference Lab.
Accessioning, conducting inventories, preparing, and recycling the resources needed by the scientists for their work.
Performing basic tasks in the preparation and analysis of samples in the laboratories and helping with reporting and filing of the results of the analyses.
Nov 21, 2022
Full time
This full-time, project Laboratory Technician 1 position is currently funded through July 31, 2024.
This is a Laboratory Technician 1 position in the Antibiotic Resistance Lab Network (ARLN)/ Reference lab; incumbent is required to work on-site in the Shoreline, WA lab due to the nature of the work/duties.
It is an expectation that all staff may be called upon to respond during public health emergencies. This position will help to contribute to the successful of the West Regional Lab/ Reference Lab.
Accessioning, conducting inventories, preparing, and recycling the resources needed by the scientists for their work.
Performing basic tasks in the preparation and analysis of samples in the laboratories and helping with reporting and filing of the results of the analyses.
This Toxicologist Supervisor position reports to the Site Assessment and Toxicology Section manager and supports the section as a senior toxicologist. In this position, you will have primary responsibility for establishing and supporting partnerships to address the threats to public health from environmental contaminants. This will be done by conducting assessments and providing recommendations on a broad array of non-routine human health toxicological issues with Department of Health (DOH) programs, external agencies, and communities. External agencies include agencies such as the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Washington State Department of Ecology, other state public health agencies, and Tribal governments. This responsibility includes evaluating chemical exposures, while considering equity and environmental justice, to determine public health risks, provide technical assessments, recommend values for protective standards, recommend policy actions, and issue public health advice and assigning requests to staff, assisting them with these requests, and reviewing responses and/or reports.
Nov 16, 2022
Full time
This Toxicologist Supervisor position reports to the Site Assessment and Toxicology Section manager and supports the section as a senior toxicologist. In this position, you will have primary responsibility for establishing and supporting partnerships to address the threats to public health from environmental contaminants. This will be done by conducting assessments and providing recommendations on a broad array of non-routine human health toxicological issues with Department of Health (DOH) programs, external agencies, and communities. External agencies include agencies such as the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Washington State Department of Ecology, other state public health agencies, and Tribal governments. This responsibility includes evaluating chemical exposures, while considering equity and environmental justice, to determine public health risks, provide technical assessments, recommend values for protective standards, recommend policy actions, and issue public health advice and assigning requests to staff, assisting them with these requests, and reviewing responses and/or reports.
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA
This is a full-time, non-permanent Management Analyst 4 position is located within the Center for Facilities, Risk, and Adjudication’s Office of Facilities. This non-permanent assignment is anticipated to last twelve (12) months from date of hire.
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Workplace Safety, this Management Analyst 4 position serves as a consultant to Office of Facilities (OF) leadership. In this position, you will:
Develop/update policies and procedures.
Support OF sections in developing and implementing business processes and systems, formulating goals and objectives, and providing technical business support for all OF sections.
As an expert analyst, provide detailed information regarding process issues and project status, working with the OF leadership and sections as they manage various complex projects, and help create various program documents.
Lead work related to program process improvement as well as manage projects of various sizes.
Provide technical advice to management specific to quality, performance, and data for the projects the OF is managing.
The duty station for this position is in Tumwater, WA. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities. Partial telecommuting may be an option subject to supervisory approval. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities as needed to complete assigned tasks, estimated at 1-2 days per week.
Nov 14, 2022
Full time
This is a full-time, non-permanent Management Analyst 4 position is located within the Center for Facilities, Risk, and Adjudication’s Office of Facilities. This non-permanent assignment is anticipated to last twelve (12) months from date of hire.
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Workplace Safety, this Management Analyst 4 position serves as a consultant to Office of Facilities (OF) leadership. In this position, you will:
Develop/update policies and procedures.
Support OF sections in developing and implementing business processes and systems, formulating goals and objectives, and providing technical business support for all OF sections.
As an expert analyst, provide detailed information regarding process issues and project status, working with the OF leadership and sections as they manage various complex projects, and help create various program documents.
Lead work related to program process improvement as well as manage projects of various sizes.
Provide technical advice to management specific to quality, performance, and data for the projects the OF is managing.
The duty station for this position is in Tumwater, WA. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities. Partial telecommuting may be an option subject to supervisory approval. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities as needed to complete assigned tasks, estimated at 1-2 days per week.
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA
describe the health status, health care, behaviors, services, and other pertinent issues related to health.
Under supervision of the Surveillance Unit supervisor, this Epidemiologist 2 position:
Provides program evaluation.
Provides epidemiologic assessment, surveillance, and analytic (quantitative and qualitative) leadership oversight, and support to the Child Death Review program.
Provides Pediatric Mental Health Care Access evaluation.
Provide WiseWoman grant evaluation.
Provides technical assistance to the Breast, Cervical, and Colon Health Program, and other statistical analysis projects related to maternal, child, and reproductive health.
Works with the lead Surveillance Unit Supervisor to implement state and community level assessment and evaluation plans.
Provides technical assistance to communities, contract managers, and related state level programs as needed.
Contributes to the general assessment and evaluation capacity within the Department of Health (DOH).
The duty station for this position is Tumwater, WA. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities. An alternative work schedule may be considered upon request and supervisor approval. Telework – once returned to the duty station for work activities, may be considered upon request with supervisory approval. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities 1-2 days a month. Some occasional travel within Washington State is expected for meetings, trainings, and site visits.
About the Division of Prevention & Community Health
The Division of Prevention & Community Health (PCH) contributes to the Department of Health's vision by collaborating with partners and stakeholders to enhance the health of individuals, families, and communities, and to eliminate health inequities. We work to prevent disease, and promote healthy start, healthy choices, and access to services. Over 360 PCH employees support public health activities across the state.
Nov 14, 2022
Full time
describe the health status, health care, behaviors, services, and other pertinent issues related to health.
Under supervision of the Surveillance Unit supervisor, this Epidemiologist 2 position:
Provides program evaluation.
Provides epidemiologic assessment, surveillance, and analytic (quantitative and qualitative) leadership oversight, and support to the Child Death Review program.
Provides Pediatric Mental Health Care Access evaluation.
Provide WiseWoman grant evaluation.
Provides technical assistance to the Breast, Cervical, and Colon Health Program, and other statistical analysis projects related to maternal, child, and reproductive health.
Works with the lead Surveillance Unit Supervisor to implement state and community level assessment and evaluation plans.
Provides technical assistance to communities, contract managers, and related state level programs as needed.
Contributes to the general assessment and evaluation capacity within the Department of Health (DOH).
The duty station for this position is Tumwater, WA. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities. An alternative work schedule may be considered upon request and supervisor approval. Telework – once returned to the duty station for work activities, may be considered upon request with supervisory approval. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities 1-2 days a month. Some occasional travel within Washington State is expected for meetings, trainings, and site visits.
About the Division of Prevention & Community Health
The Division of Prevention & Community Health (PCH) contributes to the Department of Health's vision by collaborating with partners and stakeholders to enhance the health of individuals, families, and communities, and to eliminate health inequities. We work to prevent disease, and promote healthy start, healthy choices, and access to services. Over 360 PCH employees support public health activities across the state.
As an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and Technical Specialist for the School Environmental Health and IAQ Program, you will serve as the designated technical expert on environmental public health issues associated with indoor air quality issues in schools and the public. The primary goal of this position is to provide technical expertise and support on indoor air quality issues across the state. This will include:
Being the subject matter expert on health impacts.
Consulting on public health actions to help reduce health disparities and empower communities to improve indoor air quality around the state.
Supporting the development of public health guidance and best practices for public health agencies, technical experts, school districts, and the public on IAQ issues.
Nov 09, 2022
Full time
As an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and Technical Specialist for the School Environmental Health and IAQ Program, you will serve as the designated technical expert on environmental public health issues associated with indoor air quality issues in schools and the public. The primary goal of this position is to provide technical expertise and support on indoor air quality issues across the state. This will include:
Being the subject matter expert on health impacts.
Consulting on public health actions to help reduce health disparities and empower communities to improve indoor air quality around the state.
Supporting the development of public health guidance and best practices for public health agencies, technical experts, school districts, and the public on IAQ issues.
This is a full-time, permanent Management Analyst 3 (MA3) position located within the Division of Disease Control & Health Statistics, in the Office of Infectious Disease’s Assessment Unit.
Reporting to the Assessment Unit (AU) Manager, this Project Management and Program Evaluation Consultant (MA3) position provides subject matter expertise and support to programs across the Office of Infectious Disease (OID) in the realms of project management and program evaluation. As the Project Management and Program Evaluation Consultant, you will:
Provide project management support.
Create project management plans and associated documents.
Implement project management activities according to standards and best practices.
Additionally, you will perform program evaluations and will lead the planning and implementation of program evaluation plans according to standards and best practices. These activities support project and program successes, particularly in the context of program and quality improvement.
The position will be homebased at the beginning of the appointment, however, as the agency continues to bring their staff back into buildings post-COVID, the incumbent of this position will work from various Department of Health (DOH) office locations as needed, including campuses in Shoreline and Tumwater, Washington.
About the Office of Infectious Disease
The Office of Infectious Disease (OID) Assessment Unit (AU) is responsible for statewide surveillance and investigation of HIV, sexually transmitted infections (STIs; primarily chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis), and hepatitis C (HCV), along with data and data system support for the HIV, STD, HCV, and Drug User Health (DUH) programs.
Nov 09, 2022
Full time
This is a full-time, permanent Management Analyst 3 (MA3) position located within the Division of Disease Control & Health Statistics, in the Office of Infectious Disease’s Assessment Unit.
Reporting to the Assessment Unit (AU) Manager, this Project Management and Program Evaluation Consultant (MA3) position provides subject matter expertise and support to programs across the Office of Infectious Disease (OID) in the realms of project management and program evaluation. As the Project Management and Program Evaluation Consultant, you will:
Provide project management support.
Create project management plans and associated documents.
Implement project management activities according to standards and best practices.
Additionally, you will perform program evaluations and will lead the planning and implementation of program evaluation plans according to standards and best practices. These activities support project and program successes, particularly in the context of program and quality improvement.
The position will be homebased at the beginning of the appointment, however, as the agency continues to bring their staff back into buildings post-COVID, the incumbent of this position will work from various Department of Health (DOH) office locations as needed, including campuses in Shoreline and Tumwater, Washington.
About the Office of Infectious Disease
The Office of Infectious Disease (OID) Assessment Unit (AU) is responsible for statewide surveillance and investigation of HIV, sexually transmitted infections (STIs; primarily chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis), and hepatitis C (HCV), along with data and data system support for the HIV, STD, HCV, and Drug User Health (DUH) programs.
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA
This Health Services Consultant 3 (HSC3) position administers the Department of Health’s Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) stipend and hospital grant program. This program strengthens access to medical care and survivor-centered, trauma informed forensic evidence collection after a sexual assault has occurred. In this position, you will work with multiple state agencies, a variety of community collaborators, and the IVP Section Manager to implement the stipend and hospital grant program(s).
As the SANE Stipend and Hospital Grant Coordinator , you will:
Ensure any necessary rules processes are adhered to and are current.
Administer the program(s) to ensure funds allocated by the legislature are efficiently distributed to eligible nurse’s and hospitals to increase access to medical forensic exams and meet survivor needs.
Represent the department at various collaborator forums related to or intersecting with gender-based violence such as sexual assault, intimate/dating partner violence, sex-trafficking, suicide, and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
Support the Injury and Violence Prevention Program’s continuum of prevention strategies.
The duty station for this position is Tumwater, WA. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities as needed. An alternative work schedule may be considered upon request and supervisor approval. Telework-once returned to the duty station for work activities, may be considered upon request with supervisory approval.
Nov 03, 2022
Full time
This Health Services Consultant 3 (HSC3) position administers the Department of Health’s Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) stipend and hospital grant program. This program strengthens access to medical care and survivor-centered, trauma informed forensic evidence collection after a sexual assault has occurred. In this position, you will work with multiple state agencies, a variety of community collaborators, and the IVP Section Manager to implement the stipend and hospital grant program(s).
As the SANE Stipend and Hospital Grant Coordinator , you will:
Ensure any necessary rules processes are adhered to and are current.
Administer the program(s) to ensure funds allocated by the legislature are efficiently distributed to eligible nurse’s and hospitals to increase access to medical forensic exams and meet survivor needs.
Represent the department at various collaborator forums related to or intersecting with gender-based violence such as sexual assault, intimate/dating partner violence, sex-trafficking, suicide, and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
Support the Injury and Violence Prevention Program’s continuum of prevention strategies.
The duty station for this position is Tumwater, WA. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities as needed. An alternative work schedule may be considered upon request and supervisor approval. Telework-once returned to the duty station for work activities, may be considered upon request with supervisory approval.
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA
Reporting to the Performance and Grants Supervisor, this full-time, permanent Health Services Consultant 3 position will be responsible for monitoring statewide program performance and reporting; supporting the Performance and Planning Administrator in recommending improvements to the Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS) Leadership Team through management of performance measures; coordinating the CDC’s Public Health Preparedness Operational Readiness Review (ORR) for the state; gathering input from customers; and leading the ORR evaluation of Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) jurisdictions.
This position will also be the point of contact during the Agency process to meet the Public Health Accreditation Board standards (PHAB). This position supports all programs within Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS) and contributes to the Agency mission by analyzing and developing systems and processes that enable ORHS to continuously improve.
Currently, this position may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved to return, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities, as needed.
About the Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security
The Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS) ensures the agency and its local health, tribal, and medical partners are better prepared to respond to and recover from public health emergencies, major disasters, and terrorist activities that affect the health of the people of Washington State.
Nov 01, 2022
Full time
Reporting to the Performance and Grants Supervisor, this full-time, permanent Health Services Consultant 3 position will be responsible for monitoring statewide program performance and reporting; supporting the Performance and Planning Administrator in recommending improvements to the Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS) Leadership Team through management of performance measures; coordinating the CDC’s Public Health Preparedness Operational Readiness Review (ORR) for the state; gathering input from customers; and leading the ORR evaluation of Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) jurisdictions.
This position will also be the point of contact during the Agency process to meet the Public Health Accreditation Board standards (PHAB). This position supports all programs within Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS) and contributes to the Agency mission by analyzing and developing systems and processes that enable ORHS to continuously improve.
Currently, this position may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected. When approved to return, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting t o th e Tumwater duty station for work activities, as needed.
About the Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security
The Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS) ensures the agency and its local health, tribal, and medical partners are better prepared to respond to and recover from public health emergencies, major disasters, and terrorist activities that affect the health of the people of Washington State.
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, WA
This is a full-time, permanent, homebased Health Services Consultant 3 position located within the Division of Disease Control & Health Statistics’ Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology. This project position is currently funded through July 31, 2023.
Reporting to the Admin Operations Supervisor, this Health Services Consultant 3 position, representing the senior level of the professional Public Health Consultant series, will support the Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology, including support for the COVID-19 response. This position contributes to the COVID-19 response mission by providing support to the initiatives of contract and grant coordination for the Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology. This work will involve developing and implementing grants and contracts-related policies and procedures for the Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology and conducting program planning and evaluation associated with this work.
As necessary, this position will support public health emergency preparedness and response activities within the Agency. This work supports the Department of Health’s Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) grant with the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Please note, while this position is primarily homebased, some travel is required, typically local or regional to meet with clients, conduct business, or attend/provide training.
About the Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology
The Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology (OCDE) is responsible for statewide surveillance and investigation of more than 70 of Washington State's approximately 80 notifiable conditions, including planning and response for public health emergencies involving communicable diseases. These responsibilities align directly with the Agency’s Strategic Plan Mission (effective January 2020) which states “The Department of Health works with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state.”
Nov 01, 2022
Full time
This is a full-time, permanent, homebased Health Services Consultant 3 position located within the Division of Disease Control & Health Statistics’ Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology. This project position is currently funded through July 31, 2023.
Reporting to the Admin Operations Supervisor, this Health Services Consultant 3 position, representing the senior level of the professional Public Health Consultant series, will support the Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology, including support for the COVID-19 response. This position contributes to the COVID-19 response mission by providing support to the initiatives of contract and grant coordination for the Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology. This work will involve developing and implementing grants and contracts-related policies and procedures for the Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology and conducting program planning and evaluation associated with this work.
As necessary, this position will support public health emergency preparedness and response activities within the Agency. This work supports the Department of Health’s Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) grant with the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Please note, while this position is primarily homebased, some travel is required, typically local or regional to meet with clients, conduct business, or attend/provide training.
About the Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology
The Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology (OCDE) is responsible for statewide surveillance and investigation of more than 70 of Washington State's approximately 80 notifiable conditions, including planning and response for public health emergencies involving communicable diseases. These responsibilities align directly with the Agency’s Strategic Plan Mission (effective January 2020) which states “The Department of Health works with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state.”