Health Planner-Public Health

Health Planner

The part-time, 16 hour/week Health Planner is a grant funded position responsible for assisting Green County Health Department in achieving its grant objectives and deliverables as outlined by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). This position will create and modify preparedness related plans, coordinate training and exercises, and support the maturation of the department's preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities including the following: Grant Specific Responsibilities: Facilitate the completion of an annual hazard vulnerability assessment (HVA). Identify and develop strategies to address equity gaps in dispensing/administering medical countermeasures. Organize and plan exercises and trainings with partners using a whole community approach that ensures the diversity of individuals and populations is addressed, specifically including those with access and functional needs. Maintain WEAVR and conduct at least one alerting drill (or utilize the system during an event) to alert registered volunteers. Participate in the regional HERC as an active member. Attend all relevant Wisconsin Department of Health Services webinars and communication sessions. Update mass dispensing and mass vaccination clinic sites in the Points of Dispensing Management tool on the PCA portal. Management and Finance: Monitor and track all department staff preparedness training needs, ensuring use of professional development opportunities available. Maintain emergency contacts for staff assigned to preparedness and/or response roles on the PCA Portal. Manage program and services within current and projected resources for public health emergency preparedness. Contribute to the development of contingency plans and risk communication plans for department operations. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time. The Core Competencies (and sub-competencies) for Public Health Professionals applicable to this position are italicized through this position description and represent the foundation of skills and knowledge required for the effective delivery of public health services to the Green County community.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any preferred qualifications listed are additional skills or experiences that are desirable but not considered to be essential. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree in health education or health related field preferred. However, equivalent health-related work experience may be considered in lieu of equivalent field of study. One (1) year professional experience in a healthcare, public health, or community health setting is required. Experience with project or grant based work is preferred CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must have a valid Wisconsin driver's license and/or access to reliable transportation across Green County. If using a personal vehicle for transportation, proof of insurance is required. National Incident Management System (NIMS) /Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications within one (1) year of employment are required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Strong interpersonal communication skills and customer service approach that is courteous, cooperative, and respectful with the public, clients, public officials, and colleagues. Effectively communicate orally and in writing to clients, co-workers, and other professionals. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to apply basic algebra principles; add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of Measure. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages. Ability to create and interpret graphs and apply data to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY Ability to learn new computer programs and new content areas. Ability to organize, prioritize, and problem solve. Aptitude for self-direction and intrinsic motivation. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, turn, carry, push, pull, grasp, and reach. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing ability sufficient enough to communicate effectively in person and over the phone is required. The employee must be able to travel independently to various locations. Due to the need for all public health personnel to respond to public health emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week the employee must be assessed for their ability to meet the physical demands of performing the following activities: Must be able to be fitted and wear NIOSH 95 mask or alternate, equivalent respiratory protection. WORK ENVIRONMENT The Green County Health Department offers a passionate, mission-driven work environment where staff take pride in improving community health and supporting one another's success. The culture is positive, collaborative, and growth-oriented, with open communication, strong teamwork, and weekly staff meetings that promote alignment and shared learning. Employees value both independence and support, working with a high level of autonomy while knowing colleagues are readily available to assist. The office setting is friendly, business casual, and highly professional, with individual office spaces that foster productivity. Work may range from routine tasks to dynamic, rapidly changing situations, reflecting the department's responsive and community-focused approach. Working locations include a general office setting within the public health department, as well as field and community sites, including individual homes and workplaces. Travel to and from field locations may be required. Some working conditions may include exposure to environmental factors such as temperature variations, inclement weather such as cold, snow/ ice, heat, noise, wetness/humidity, odors, and dust. The determination that a position may or may not be appropriate for a telecommuting arrangement for a portion of the position's FTE is made on a case-by-case basis at the department level with approval from the supervisor or Department Head. Green County is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.