Community Health Specialist

Job Title

This position is based at the North Central Health District's Central Office in Macon, GA, and requires travel to provide home visits across Baldwin, Bibb, Hancock, Jones, Peach, Washington, and Wilkinson counties, with occasional visits to additional counties such as Crawford, Houston, Jasper, Monroe, Putnam, and Twiggs. This will change as the program expands. Candidates should reside within a reasonable commuting distance and be willing to travel to locations throughout our district as needed. Employees in this role are eligible to receive mileage compensation for work-related travel.

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. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• 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

Come join our team! The North Central Health District's Home Visiting Program is a warm, community-centered initiative designed to bring high-quality healthcare, education, and support directly to families in the rural areas of our district. Our team works closely with expectant and new parents, helping them navigate pregnancy, birth, and early childhood with confidence. By meeting families where they are, we build meaningful relationships, reduce barriers to care, and make a real difference in maternal and child health outcomes. If you're passionate about supporting families and enjoy working in a collaborative, community-focused environment, we would love to have you join our team.

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, this position engages and educates communities within the North Central Health District to promote healthy lifestyles, prevent chronic disease, and reduce disparities in birth outcomes. The role partners with healthcare providers and human service agencies to deliver person-centered support, improve access to care, and assist individuals and families in navigating health and social service systems. It supports research, community health assessments, and needs evaluations through outreach, advocacy, and data-informed analysis, while building client capacity to improve knowledge, self-sufficiency, and long-term wellness. The position also conducts research and analysis to support program development, policy enhancement, and strategic planning; implements and evaluates processes aligned with departmental goals; collaborates with internal and external partners; and prepares reports and presentations on program outcomes. Administrative duties include scheduling, referrals, and billing and coding for insurance purposes.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Improve the health of individuals and communities through illness, injury, and disability prevention initiatives.
• Deliver home visits for perinatal patients and infants; provide care coordination and referrals.
• Educate families on breastfeeding, healthy lifestyles, and available health/social resources.
• Coordinate services with healthcare providers, agencies, and community organizations.
• Build and maintain community partnerships; represent program at outreach events.
• Maintain accurate patient records, service documentation, and treatment outcomes.
• Perform administrative tasks including insurance verification, scheduling, referrals, and inventory management.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and program documentation to communicate outcomes and support decision-making.
• Support community health assessments through outreach, advocacy, and evaluation of community needs.
• Conduct research and analysis to support program development, policy enhancement, and strategic planning.
• Complete ongoing professional training to enhance service delivery.
• Assist with other program duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and completion of 90 quarter hours (60 semester hours) at an accredited college or university and four (4) years of job-related experience; or two (2) years' experience required at the lower-level Planner 2 (GSP051) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must demonstrate excellent customer service and oral communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of departmental personnel and outside customers.
• Operational knowledge of MS Word, Power Point, SharePoint, and Excel.
• Self-motivated, team player with a desire to succeed and learn.
• Experience in maternal and child health or home visiting programs
• Knowledge of community health systems and public health practices
• Experience with data collection, reporting, and program evaluation
• Knowledge of public health principles and community-based service delivery
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Additional Information

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

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DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer