District Public Health Outreach Coordinator

Georgia Department of Public Health; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

13 Paid Holidays

Leave Package (Educational Support)

Job summary

Georgia Department of Public Health Coastal Health District is seeking a qualified professional to collaborate with health specialists and civic groups to identify community health needs and develop goals. The role involves conducting surveys, building partnerships with public and voluntary agencies, and planning educational opportunities for diverse populations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience, or one year at Healthcare Program

Qualifications

• Strong communication, relationship-building, collaboration, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and four (4) years of experience performing work related to the area of assignment or one (1) year at Healthcare Program Consultant 2 (HCP091) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with health specialists and civic groups to ascertain community health needs, determine availability of services, and to develop goals.
• Conducts community surveys to ascertain health needs, develop desirable health goals, and determine availability of professional health services.
• Develops and maintains cooperation between public, civic, professional, and voluntary agencies.
• Plans and provides educational opportunities for target populations and communities.
• Prepares and disseminates educational and informational materials.
• Promotes health discussions in schools, industry, agencies and in communities.
• Provides information to the public regarding health concerns and resources.
• Coordinates activities with department managers and travels within the 8-county service area; occasional weekend work.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Pay Grade: K

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Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Promotes, maintains, and improves individual and community health by assisting individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors.

Provides leadership and coordination across multiple health departments and requires collaboration with internal teams, community partners, and external stakeholders to advance organizational priorities.

Success in this role requires strong communication, relationship-building, collaboration, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities across diverse counties and community partnerships.

Collect and analyze data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies and environments.

Performs community outreach and education to groups from a variety of backgrounds.

The position requires regular travel within the 8-county service area and occasional weekend work to support programs, events, meetings, and community activities.

All Coastal Health District and County Health Department employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Dispensing site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

What you gain by working at the Coastal Health District. Benefits for full-time employees-

We offer a generous benefits package that includes training opportunities, tuition assistance, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation (with employer match), 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave (3 weeks of each), dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance. M-F work schedule.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborates with health specialists and civic groups to ascertain community health needs, determine availability of services, and to develop goals
2. Conducts community surveys to ascertain health needs, develop desirable health goals, and determine availability of professional health services
3. Develops and maintains cooperation between public, civic, professional, and voluntary agencies
4. Plans and provides educational opportunities for target populations and communities.
5. Prepares and disseminates educational and informational materials
6. Promotes health discussions in schools, industry, agencies and in communities
7. Provides information to the public regarding health concerns and resources
8. The position works closely with department managers to coordinate activities, address operational needs, and ensure departmental and organizational priorities are effectively implemented and met. The position requires regular travel within the 8-county service area and occasional weekend work to support programs, events, meetings, and community activities.

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of experience performing work related to area of assignment or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Healthcare Program Consultant 2 (HCP091) or position equivalent.

Note: Some positions may require licensure.

For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit http://team.georgia.gov/

Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package-Educational Support Leave and 3 weeks each accrued Annual and Sick Leave
• Defined Benefit retirement plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)

Additional Perks

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Tuition Assistance

To learn more about the Coastal Health District visit https://coastalhealthdistrict.org

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following

Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting

Education documentation must be provided by applicants. License/certification must be provided if required for position. Reference Checks & Immunizations Required

* May be subject to pre-employment drug screen

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted via email by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

*Coastal Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), notify this agency of your request by the closing date of this announcement.