Health Program Coordinator

State of Delaware; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading government agency as a Health Program Coordinator, where you will oversee disease control programs, ensure compliance, and provide educational outreach. This entry-level role offers a chance to make a significant impact on public health in Delaware.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in program monitoring and recommending improvements.
• Knowledge of communicable diseases and health hazards.

Responsibilities

• Plans and oversees statewide disease control program.
• Coordinates with public and private programs for compliance.
• Trains staff in program techniques.

Skills

Program Monitoring

Report Writing

Interpreting Regulations

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Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSS

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!

Summary Statement

The incumbent will report to an Environmental Health Specialist III in the Office of Food Protection, located in

Kent County. Duties include planning, coordinating, and overseeing a statewide disease or health hazard

control program; assisting with foodborne illness outbreak investigations; assisting with program regulation

reviews and updates; and providing educational outreach to industry and community members. More

specifically, the incumbent oversees inspections of high-risk food establishments in hospitals and other medical

facilities, the Cottage Food Establishment Program, the voluntary retail food program standards, and manages

grants.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Plans, coordinates and oversees a statewide disease or health hazard control program.
• Develops operational procedures and monitors program activities to ensure compliance of same.
• Coordinates program activities with other public and private programs to ensure total compliance.
• Interacts with federal, state and local government officials.
• Prepares annual budget request. Ensures procurement of equipment, supplies and/or contractual services needed.
• Monitors and evaluates statistical data to determine appropriate target screening areas.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports as required.
• Performs testing and reviews results to ensure quality control of sample collection and staff performance and to monitor effectiveness of screening program.
• Plans, assigns, supervises and evaluates the work of staff engaged in sampling, surveillance, screening and inspection activities and clerical support functions.
• Trains staff in program techniques.
• Plans and delivers educational programs.
• Provides technical assistance to physicians, hospital administrators, laboratory directors and public and private agencies in disease/health hazard reporting methods.
  
  

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Health Program Coordinator

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Six months experience in program monitoring such as monitoring program activities and recommending alternatives, improvements, courses of action, and other changes based on findings.
• Six months experience in screening and detecting communicable or chronic diseases/health hazards to control the spread of diseases/hazards.
• Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Six months experience in narrative report writing.
• Knowledge of etiology of communicable or chronic diseases/health hazards.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
  
  

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources .

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov .

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call [phone]. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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