Public Health Specialist I

Title: Public Health Specialist I - Chronic Disease

Location: Springfield, VT, US

Req ID:  53502

Department:  Health

Position Type:  Permanent

Schedule Type:  Full Time

Minimum Salary:  $25.98

Maximum Salary:  $40.56

Job Description:

Overview

Are you a knowledgeable and compassionate public health professional who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of Vermonters?

If you answered with an emphatic, "Y-E-S!", then the Vermont Department of Health wants you to come join our group of public health professionals at the Springfield District Office!  We are seeking a bright, energetic, dedicated, well-organized public health professional with great listening and communication skills to join our growing team.

The Public Health Specialist (Chronic Disease) supports local health department efforts to improve health outcomes of Vermont residents across the 15 towns of the Springfield District. The focus of this position will be on systems-level work and engagement with community partners to improve the health of populations experiencing the greatest disparities. Priority areas of work include improving chronic disease health outcomes related to oral health, tobacco prevention and cessation and improving access to preventative care. Ideal candidates should understand the root causes of health inequities and have familiarity with initiating and maintaining deliberate collaboration across sectors, especially with non-traditional partners.

Examples of work include:

• Identify, plan, implement, and evaluate systemic and policy solutions to improve oral health outcomes, reduce tobacco use and obesity, and increase access to nutritious food for children and adults.
• Identify, plan, implement, and evaluate systemic and policy solutions to improve access to preventative health services and reduce barriers to care for all ages
• Collaborate with worksites to take steps to improve employee health. Better health leads to financial benefits, reduced health care costs and a more productive and engaged workforce.
• Provide technical support for the integration of health equity and access to care strategies within municipal and organizational planning
• Support community-based coalitions that examine health data trends, set goals, and develop plans to improve health outcomes.
• Collaborate with a diverse set of partners to implement the 3-4-50 chronic disease model in our district and make a positive difference

DIVISION OF LOCAL HEALTH - WHO WE ARE:

The Division of Local Health's vision and mission is to preserve and improve the equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions necessary to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all, thus ensuring healthy Vermonters and healthy communities.  To this end, the Division of Local Health is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every person's strength, assets, and values.  The Division of Local Health is committed to leading organizational change efforts that address avoidable inequities and injustices as we work towards the elimination of health and health care disparities.

TELEWORK:

The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment which combines both in person and remote work. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance.

MISSION:

Promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of people in Vermont by advancing equity, protecting against disease and injury, and preparing for health emergencies.

VISION:

All people and communities in Vermont have equitable opportunities to achieve their highest level of health and well-being.

VALUES:

• Equity: We aim to center health justice and address racism and all forms of oppression in our programs and policies, our approach to collaboration, and how we build and nurture our workforce.
• Collaboration: We engage with staff and partners to understand complex problems and design responsive solutions.
• Inclusion: We support a culture of belonging and diversity where people are valued, trusted, and able to be their authentic selves.
• Harmony: We endorse a balanced, thoughtful, and intentional work environment that allows employees to care for themselves, their families, and the people they serve.
• Data: We strive for scientific excellence and cultural responsiveness in the collection, analysis, sharing and use of data.

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