Community Health Advocate

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH): The Indiana Department of Health’s mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and safety of all Hoosiers so that they can reach their optimal health regardless of where they live, learn, work, or play. Role Overview: The Regional School Health Liaison will serve as a regional point of contact for all assigned local health departments (LHDs) for school and student health within the northern, central or southern regions. The Regional School Health Liaison will report to the Regional Public Health Nurse Consultant and Regional Division Director. The candidate will provide technical assistance to LHDs to ensure best practices regarding school health initiatives are effectively delivered within their jurisdictions. Technical assistance can include but is not limited to providing evidence-based program recommendations, grant-funding recommendations, LHD school health liaison onboarding support, sharing of best practices from other LHDs, and training support. The successful candidate will work across boundaries to provide support to LHDs so they can best support school health within their jurisdictions. The employee will also work closely with the IDOE Chief Nurse Consultant and multiple divisions within the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) to ensure consistent programming and messaging. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in public health or nursing preferred. Alternative education/experience will be considered on an individual basis. Travel required. NORTH Region: Districts 1-4; CENTRAL Region: Districts 5-7; SOUTH Region: Districts 8-10. The salary for this position traditionally starts at$47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: Assess current public health issues related to a program area. Maintain an effective liaison and referral system between the agency, local health departments, health clinics and other service providers. Direct the development of public health programs, policies and procedure manuals. Manage a grant or budget for a specific public health program allocating resources and determining expenditures. Collect and analyze relevant program data and makes available to state and local agencies. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary. What You'll Need for Success: Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following: Specialized knowledge in program subject matter (e.g., theories, principles, practices, laws, strategies) obtained through experience and/or education, preferably related to public health but not required Working knowledge of the organization and function of state and local partners. Working knowledge of program planning and implementation techniques. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other local, state and federal agency staff. A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years Education Reimbursement Program Group life insurance Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Free Parkingfor most positions Free LinkedIn Learningaccess The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr