CCT/Wellness/S.U.D Programs Coordinator (Comprehensive Health Planner II)

Department of Public Safety; Virginia; On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Department of Public Safety in Augusta, ME seeks a Coordinator to plan, support, and execute prehospital health programs across critical care, clinician wellness, and SUD initiatives. You’ll collect data, evaluate outcomes, and draft policy and grant documents to advance Maine EMS objectives.

Responsibilities include coordinating statewide research, collaborating with medical directors, and producing reports and toolkits that enhance resilience and treatment pathways for EMS professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public/Community Health or related field and 3 years professional health program planning experience.
• Experience designing and evaluating health programs and planning documents.
• Ability to develop, organize, and complete planning and research projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication for professional and public audiences.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and completes research projects and needs assessments regarding critical care transport needs, EMS clinician mental health trends, and prehospital SUD interventions to inform state health plans and protocols.
• Coordinates statewide prehospital health research and pilot projects to meet grant deliverables, timelines, and clinical objectives.
• Consults with EMS Medical Directors and clinicians to ensure clinical accuracy and safety of protocols.
• Organizes and writes technical reports, strategic plans, grant applications, and policy documents detailing progress and outcomes.
• Oversees creation of guidance documents and toolkits for EMS agencies regarding clinician resilience and substance use disorder care pathways.
• Directs data collection regarding prehospital overdose trends and wellness program engagement to forecast resource needs.
• Evaluates wellness programs and SUD protocols to drive continuous quality improvement.
• Presents program evaluations and research findings to Maine EMS Board and external stakeholders.

Skills

Prehospital health care issues

Research methods

Planning projects

Independent work

Multi-project management

Data synthesis

Effective communication

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public/Community Health or related field

Job description

Department of Public Safety Job Class Code: 5050 Grade: 26 (Professional/Technical) Salary: $58,801.60 - $82,555.20/Annually Location: Augusta, ME Opening Date: October 28, 2026 Closing Date: November 12, 2026 Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. Maine EMS is looking for a Coordinator to facilitate planning, support and execution for our Critical Care, Clinician Wellness and Prehospital Substance Use Disorder (SUD) programs.

DESCRIPTION

This is professional services work in planning and monitoring prehospital health programs and services. Responsibilities include collecting and evaluating statistical data for the purpose of planning and policy development. This classification is distinguished from the next lower level by the general nature of assignments and the greater discretion exercised on methods and procedures used. Supervision may be exercised over professional and/or technical employees. Work is performed under limited supervision.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS

• Designs, implements, and completes research projects and needs assessments regarding critical care transport needs, systems, and outcomes, EMS clinician mental health trends, and prehospital SUD interventions (e.g., leave-behind naloxone or MAT pathways) to inform state health plans and operational protocols.
• Coordinates statewide prehospital health research and pilot projects to ensure they meet grant deliverables, timelines, and clinical objectives.
• Consults and collaborates with EMS Medical Directors, regional councils, clinicians, and behavioral health professionals to ensure clinical accuracy, credibility, and safety of critical care and SUD treatment protocols.
• Organizes and writes technical reports, strategic plans, grant applications, and policy documents detailing the progress, metrics, and outcomes of critical care, wellness, and SUD initiatives.
• Oversees the creation of guidance documents and resource toolkits for EMS agencies regarding clinician resilience, peer support, and substance use disorder care pathways.
• Designs, directs, and evaluates data collection regarding prehospital overdose trends, critical care utilization, and wellness program engagement to forecast future resource needs and workforce support.
• Evaluates the ongoing effectiveness of wellness programs (such as peer support or CISM networks) and SUD protocols to drive continuous quality improvement.
• Provides information, arranges public hearings, schedules stakeholder meetings, and makes program materials accessible to ensure transparency and community participation in Maine EMS policy development, presents program evaluations, progress reports, and research findings to the Maine EMS Board, regional groups, and external stakeholders to build understanding, secure buy-in, and gain policy support.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of prehospital health care issues
• Knowledge of accepted research methods
• Ability to develop, organize, and complete planning and research projects
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to manage several projects at once
• Ability to gather, synthesize, and summarize a variety of information from many sources
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to write clearly and effectively
• Ability to write technical research and planning papers for professional audiences and the public
• Ability to read and understand technical research documents

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of appropriate uses of data analysis techniques
• Knowledge of health care organizations and EMS agencies and their responsibilities in Maine
• Knowledge of health data sources
• Knowledge of related laws, rules, and regulations
• Ability to work effectively with consumers and providers of health care
• Ability to organize and conduct meetings
• Ability to read and understand laws and regulations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Public/Community Health, Health Administration, Health Sciences or Health Education; Public Administration, Government, Social Work, or a closely related field and three (3) years professional experience in the planning, development, coordination and/or evaluation of health programs or services -OR- an equivalent seven (7) year combination of education, training, and experience.
• Preferred candidate will have experience with EMS substance use disorder programs, familiarity with Community Paramedicine and/or EMS Critical Transport, experience with provider or clinician mental health or wellness programs, experience administering Federal or State Grants.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE STATE OF MAINE

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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