Oklahoma State Department of Health
Osage, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Health Educator II providing support to the Osage Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34000179) in state government, located in Pawhuska, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $43,071.17, based on education and experience . Please be advised that applications will periodically be considered, as such this position could be filled any time. Position Description : This position will be provide direct health education activities in a variety of settings, to citizens of all ages. The position is also responsible for building community coalitions and enhancing citizen involvement in public health and targeting activities that focus on developing health improvement plans to improve overall health status of the citizens of Osage County. Physical Demands and Work Environment This position is set in an office environment. While performing the duties of the job, employees are frequently required to stand, walk, lift, and reach. Must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Health Educator job family consists of three levels, which are distinguished by the complexity of the duties performed, the depth and breadth of accountability, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks. Level II: This is the specialist level where incumbents are assigned advanced level responsibilities for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education programs such as serving as a team leader or lead worker on specific projects, programs, or activities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, or Nursing PLUS one year of experience in public health education or community development. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Some positions may require that the education and/or experience or the certification may be in a specific area. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jan 06, 2020
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Health Educator II providing support to the Osage Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34000179) in state government, located in Pawhuska, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $43,071.17, based on education and experience . Please be advised that applications will periodically be considered, as such this position could be filled any time. Position Description : This position will be provide direct health education activities in a variety of settings, to citizens of all ages. The position is also responsible for building community coalitions and enhancing citizen involvement in public health and targeting activities that focus on developing health improvement plans to improve overall health status of the citizens of Osage County. Physical Demands and Work Environment This position is set in an office environment. While performing the duties of the job, employees are frequently required to stand, walk, lift, and reach. Must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Health Educator job family consists of three levels, which are distinguished by the complexity of the duties performed, the depth and breadth of accountability, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks. Level II: This is the specialist level where incumbents are assigned advanced level responsibilities for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education programs such as serving as a team leader or lead worker on specific projects, programs, or activities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, or Nursing PLUS one year of experience in public health education or community development. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Some positions may require that the education and/or experience or the certification may be in a specific area. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Payne, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Health Educator II providing support to Payne County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN 34000893) in state government, located in Stillwater, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $43,071.17 based on education and experience . Position Description : This position will be provide direct health education activities in a variety of settings, to citizens of all ages. The position is also responsible for building community coalitions and enhancing citizen involvement in public health and targeting activities that focus on developing health improvement plans to improve overall health status of the citizens of Payne County. Physical Demands and Work Environment : Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. The position will occasionally be involved in health promotion and emergency preparedness and response activities outdoors. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Travel is required. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Health Educator job family consists of three levels, which are distinguished by the complexity of the duties performed, the depth and breadth of accountability, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks. Level II: This is the specialist level where incumbents are assigned advanced level responsibilities for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education programs such as serving as a team leader or lead worker on specific projects, programs, or activities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, or Nursing PLUS one year of experience in public health education or community development. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Some positions may require that the education and/or experience or the certification may be in a specific area. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Dec 27, 2019
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Health Educator II providing support to Payne County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN 34000893) in state government, located in Stillwater, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $43,071.17 based on education and experience . Position Description : This position will be provide direct health education activities in a variety of settings, to citizens of all ages. The position is also responsible for building community coalitions and enhancing citizen involvement in public health and targeting activities that focus on developing health improvement plans to improve overall health status of the citizens of Payne County. Physical Demands and Work Environment : Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. The position will occasionally be involved in health promotion and emergency preparedness and response activities outdoors. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Travel is required. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Health Educator job family consists of three levels, which are distinguished by the complexity of the duties performed, the depth and breadth of accountability, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks. Level II: This is the specialist level where incumbents are assigned advanced level responsibilities for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education programs such as serving as a team leader or lead worker on specific projects, programs, or activities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, or Nursing PLUS one year of experience in public health education or community development. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Some positions may require that the education and/or experience or the certification may be in a specific area. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. Our mission is to protect and promote health, to prevent disease and injury, and to cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can be healthy. THIS POSITION CAN BE FILLED AT A LEVEL II OR LEVEL III. OSDH is seeking a full time Certified Healthy Consultant providing support to the Chronic Disease Prevention and Health department. This is a classified position (PIN#34002810) in state government, located in Oklahoma City, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $52,000.00, based on education and experience . Position Description : This position will serve as a Wellness Consultant for the Certified Healthy Oklahoma program, Work@Health and OSDH Live Well initiative. The position will provide information, training and consultation to communities and businesses statewide to prevent/reduce obesity, tobacco use, secondhand smoke exposure and chronic disease. Efforts will utilize evidence-based, best and/or promising practices in health promotion with an emphasis on policy, systems and environmental changes. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Provide outcome-driven technical assistance services on community and worksite wellness issues to Certified Healthy Oklahoma applicants, Work@Health participants, and other interested entities including project planning, research, resource development, information sharing, training development and delivery, and customized consultation services via phone, email and face-to-face. • Establish and maintain strong working relationships with communities and businesses across Oklahoma in an effort to provide technical assistance and consultation for implementing health policy and programming creating a culture of health. • Conduct programmatic and strategic planning with interested entities and partners in regards to wellness issues and capacity building, which includes the specific application of health behavior theory and adult learning principles. • Provide consultation in the evaluation of the effectiveness of wellness policies and practices; develop program-related documents, presentations and other written materials. • Research and provide consultation on the implementation of evidence based strategies addressing health promotion efforts and sector-based wellness with an emphasis on program completeness, fidelity and evaluation. • Coordinate the planning, implementation and evaluation of the OSDH Live Well initiative in collaboration with an OSDH employee committee, ensuring the application of evidence-based, best or promising practices in worksite wellness and adhering to the Work@Health framework. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Education, Wellness Management, Social Work, Behavioral Health, Nutrition, Exercise Science, Public Administration or equivalent and/or demonstrated experience in health policy or related areas. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Knowledge of public health problems, principles and practices, and theoretical concepts of health behavior and application of such • Knowledge of group organization and leadership, community infrastructure development, current social and economic problems as they relate to public health, statistical methods • Knowledge of basic epidemiology and grant preparation • Ability to speak to the public, organize communities, establish and facilitate coalitions, and direct group • Ability to prepare a variety of educational materials, such as pamphlets, bulletins, oral presentations, articles for publication, newsletters and curricula • Ability to use personal computers and applicable software, such as word processing and digital/video presentation • Ability to show cultural competence in working with diverse populations • Knowledge and experience in public health education or community development Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Health Educator job family consists of three levels, which are distinguished by the complexity of the duties performed, the depth and breadth of accountability, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks. Level II: This is the specialist level where incumbents are assigned advanced level responsibilities for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education programs such as serving as a team leader or lead worker on specific projects, programs, or activities. Level III: This is the leadership level where incumbents are assigned responsibilities for the supervision of others in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education/promotion programs. This will include assigning and reviewing work, providing educator skills training and technical assistance, insuring the completion of required tasks and related administrative duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of those identified in Level I plus one year of experience in public health education or community development . Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of those identified in Level II plus two additional years of experience in public health education or community development and certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) OR a master's degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, or Nursing and certification as a CHES. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Some positions may require that the education and/or experience or the certification may be in a specific area. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: 2/6/2020 11:59:00 PM
Jan 24, 2020
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. Our mission is to protect and promote health, to prevent disease and injury, and to cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can be healthy. THIS POSITION CAN BE FILLED AT A LEVEL II OR LEVEL III. OSDH is seeking a full time Certified Healthy Consultant providing support to the Chronic Disease Prevention and Health department. This is a classified position (PIN#34002810) in state government, located in Oklahoma City, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $52,000.00, based on education and experience . Position Description : This position will serve as a Wellness Consultant for the Certified Healthy Oklahoma program, Work@Health and OSDH Live Well initiative. The position will provide information, training and consultation to communities and businesses statewide to prevent/reduce obesity, tobacco use, secondhand smoke exposure and chronic disease. Efforts will utilize evidence-based, best and/or promising practices in health promotion with an emphasis on policy, systems and environmental changes. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Provide outcome-driven technical assistance services on community and worksite wellness issues to Certified Healthy Oklahoma applicants, Work@Health participants, and other interested entities including project planning, research, resource development, information sharing, training development and delivery, and customized consultation services via phone, email and face-to-face. • Establish and maintain strong working relationships with communities and businesses across Oklahoma in an effort to provide technical assistance and consultation for implementing health policy and programming creating a culture of health. • Conduct programmatic and strategic planning with interested entities and partners in regards to wellness issues and capacity building, which includes the specific application of health behavior theory and adult learning principles. • Provide consultation in the evaluation of the effectiveness of wellness policies and practices; develop program-related documents, presentations and other written materials. • Research and provide consultation on the implementation of evidence based strategies addressing health promotion efforts and sector-based wellness with an emphasis on program completeness, fidelity and evaluation. • Coordinate the planning, implementation and evaluation of the OSDH Live Well initiative in collaboration with an OSDH employee committee, ensuring the application of evidence-based, best or promising practices in worksite wellness and adhering to the Work@Health framework. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Education, Wellness Management, Social Work, Behavioral Health, Nutrition, Exercise Science, Public Administration or equivalent and/or demonstrated experience in health policy or related areas. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Knowledge of public health problems, principles and practices, and theoretical concepts of health behavior and application of such • Knowledge of group organization and leadership, community infrastructure development, current social and economic problems as they relate to public health, statistical methods • Knowledge of basic epidemiology and grant preparation • Ability to speak to the public, organize communities, establish and facilitate coalitions, and direct group • Ability to prepare a variety of educational materials, such as pamphlets, bulletins, oral presentations, articles for publication, newsletters and curricula • Ability to use personal computers and applicable software, such as word processing and digital/video presentation • Ability to show cultural competence in working with diverse populations • Knowledge and experience in public health education or community development Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Health Educator job family consists of three levels, which are distinguished by the complexity of the duties performed, the depth and breadth of accountability, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks. Level II: This is the specialist level where incumbents are assigned advanced level responsibilities for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education programs such as serving as a team leader or lead worker on specific projects, programs, or activities. Level III: This is the leadership level where incumbents are assigned responsibilities for the supervision of others in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education/promotion programs. This will include assigning and reviewing work, providing educator skills training and technical assistance, insuring the completion of required tasks and related administrative duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of those identified in Level I plus one year of experience in public health education or community development . Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of those identified in Level II plus two additional years of experience in public health education or community development and certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) OR a master's degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, or Nursing and certification as a CHES. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Some positions may require that the education and/or experience or the certification may be in a specific area. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: 2/6/2020 11:59:00 PM
Environmental Health Specialist II In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective July 3, 2020 - 2.5% increase Effective July 2, 2021 - 2.5% increase Effective July 1, 2022 - 3.5% increase Mandatory Employee Retirement Contributions will decrease on the following dates: Effective July 3, 2020 - 1.2% decrease Effective July 2, 2021- 1.2% decrease Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. This recruitment will be open to the public on a continuous basis until the needs of the Countyhave been met.Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The recruitment is being conducted to establish an Open Eligible list to fill current and futureEnvironmental Health Specialist II vacancies in the Environmental Health Division. This recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in this classification as well as vacancies in similar and/or lower level classifications. THE HEALTH CARE AGENCY The County of Orange , Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the direction of the Agency Director, a new and dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five service areas - Administrative and Financial, Behavioral Health, Correctional Health, Regulatory & Medical Services, and Public Health - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION The Environmental Health Division is comprised of various programs aimed toward protecting the health and safety of Orange County residents and visitors from harmful conditions in the environment. Staff enforce laws and regulations and emphasize education to assist businesses with providing healthy and safe communities. The Environmental Health Division regulates the following: retail, wholesale, and mobile food facilities; public housing; public swimming pools; small drinking water and onsite wastewater systems; ocean water quality; aboveground and underground tanks and cleanup oversight; hazardous materials and waste; medical waste; body art; and solid waste. THE OPPORTUNITY This position will assume specialized tasks within the Food and Pool Safety Section, Water Quality, and Division Support. The Environmental Health Specialist II will be assigned the more complex inspections and investigations for compliance with sanitation and public health laws; plan and conduct in-service and public education training programs; recommend program goals and assist in the implementation of County-wideenvironmental healthprograms; attend and address public meetings, educational conferences and symposiums;conduct specialized studies, investigations, inspections and makes recommendations as to findings; compile information, evaluate present procedures and draft proposed ordinances, division policies, regulations and guidelines in the area of specialization; may review and make recommendations involving environmental impact; prepare various reports and maintains manuals, forms, pamphlets, files and other material for division and other governmental agencies; coordinate work efforts with other Divisions or outside agencies; and assist supervisoras needed. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and/or experience in the following competencies: Technical Knowledge/Technical Experience Understanding and applying new food safety training concepts, such as Oral Culture Learning, Active Managerial Control, and the Food Drug Administration Voluntary Program Standards as well as the Model Food Code; staying apprised of new opportunities, techniques, and approaches; applying analytical skills and consistency for accuracy purposes, familiarity with inspection and sampling requirements for cross-connection, liquid waste hauler well permitting and ocean water monitoring programs, ability to process permit applications, evaluate laboratory reports, read maps and plans, and issue public notifications as necessary for each program. Relationship Building/Leadership Skills Collaborating and working well with others, specifically working with private industries in a team-like setting; leading and directing, including efficiently managing correspondence; applying knowledge from leadership courses, either from a Masters of Public Health program or Passport to Your Future courses; exemplifying a role as an approachable "educator" as opposed to a traditional "regulator". Organizational Skills/Planning Skills Multi-tasking several assignments and effectively prioritizing projects and assignments. Written Communication Skills/Oral Communication Skills Communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in writing with internal and external partners; communicate accurately to convey both substance and intent; present ideas and complex material clearly, concisely, logically, and persuasively both in writing and orally including public speaking engagements; use diplomacy when dealing with challenging situations and/or people; bilingual skills preferred. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications and physical, mental, and environmental conditions for the Environmental Health Specialist II. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Structured Oral Interview (Weighted 100%) Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contactLinny Pham at (714) 834-7324 or ezhao @ochca.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Closing Date/Time:
Oct 02, 2019
Full Time
Environmental Health Specialist II In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective July 3, 2020 - 2.5% increase Effective July 2, 2021 - 2.5% increase Effective July 1, 2022 - 3.5% increase Mandatory Employee Retirement Contributions will decrease on the following dates: Effective July 3, 2020 - 1.2% decrease Effective July 2, 2021- 1.2% decrease Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. This recruitment will be open to the public on a continuous basis until the needs of the Countyhave been met.Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The recruitment is being conducted to establish an Open Eligible list to fill current and futureEnvironmental Health Specialist II vacancies in the Environmental Health Division. This recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in this classification as well as vacancies in similar and/or lower level classifications. THE HEALTH CARE AGENCY The County of Orange , Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the direction of the Agency Director, a new and dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five service areas - Administrative and Financial, Behavioral Health, Correctional Health, Regulatory & Medical Services, and Public Health - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION The Environmental Health Division is comprised of various programs aimed toward protecting the health and safety of Orange County residents and visitors from harmful conditions in the environment. Staff enforce laws and regulations and emphasize education to assist businesses with providing healthy and safe communities. The Environmental Health Division regulates the following: retail, wholesale, and mobile food facilities; public housing; public swimming pools; small drinking water and onsite wastewater systems; ocean water quality; aboveground and underground tanks and cleanup oversight; hazardous materials and waste; medical waste; body art; and solid waste. THE OPPORTUNITY This position will assume specialized tasks within the Food and Pool Safety Section, Water Quality, and Division Support. The Environmental Health Specialist II will be assigned the more complex inspections and investigations for compliance with sanitation and public health laws; plan and conduct in-service and public education training programs; recommend program goals and assist in the implementation of County-wideenvironmental healthprograms; attend and address public meetings, educational conferences and symposiums;conduct specialized studies, investigations, inspections and makes recommendations as to findings; compile information, evaluate present procedures and draft proposed ordinances, division policies, regulations and guidelines in the area of specialization; may review and make recommendations involving environmental impact; prepare various reports and maintains manuals, forms, pamphlets, files and other material for division and other governmental agencies; coordinate work efforts with other Divisions or outside agencies; and assist supervisoras needed. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and/or experience in the following competencies: Technical Knowledge/Technical Experience Understanding and applying new food safety training concepts, such as Oral Culture Learning, Active Managerial Control, and the Food Drug Administration Voluntary Program Standards as well as the Model Food Code; staying apprised of new opportunities, techniques, and approaches; applying analytical skills and consistency for accuracy purposes, familiarity with inspection and sampling requirements for cross-connection, liquid waste hauler well permitting and ocean water monitoring programs, ability to process permit applications, evaluate laboratory reports, read maps and plans, and issue public notifications as necessary for each program. Relationship Building/Leadership Skills Collaborating and working well with others, specifically working with private industries in a team-like setting; leading and directing, including efficiently managing correspondence; applying knowledge from leadership courses, either from a Masters of Public Health program or Passport to Your Future courses; exemplifying a role as an approachable "educator" as opposed to a traditional "regulator". Organizational Skills/Planning Skills Multi-tasking several assignments and effectively prioritizing projects and assignments. Written Communication Skills/Oral Communication Skills Communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in writing with internal and external partners; communicate accurately to convey both substance and intent; present ideas and complex material clearly, concisely, logically, and persuasively both in writing and orally including public speaking engagements; use diplomacy when dealing with challenging situations and/or people; bilingual skills preferred. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications and physical, mental, and environmental conditions for the Environmental Health Specialist II. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Structured Oral Interview (Weighted 100%) Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contactLinny Pham at (714) 834-7324 or ezhao @ochca.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Closing Date/Time:
San Marcos
333 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA 92096, USA
Description: PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under the supervision of the Director, Counseling and Psychological Services, the Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate (VPEA) is responsible for leading and coordinating prevention education, outreach and early intervention efforts related to gender-based violence in a higher education setting. This includes, but is not limited to, topics of affirmative consent, sexual assault, sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, men and masculinity and bystander intervention. The VPEA will implement evidence-based primary prevention strategies in partnership with campus and community partners, utilizing an intersectional social justice and public health approach. This position develops curriculum, content and materials for the campus community, through the development of presentations, educational seminars, strategic programs, and initiatives aimed to promote affirmative consent, healthy relationships and lower incidents of violence. The VPEA will additionally serve in the role of a confidential advocate who plays an important role in providing effective and sustained support and resources to students and employees who are sexual violence victims/survivors/complainants. The VPEA will play an active role in assisting, coordinating and collaborating with the Title IX Coordinator, or personnel designated by the Title IX Coordinator, in developing and providing campus-wide awareness and outreach activities, including prevention activities. The CSU seeks to create a comprehensive coordinated response that (1) is victim/survivor centered and trauma informed; (2) enhances safety (regardless if reported to law enforcement, the campus Title IX Coordinator, or other investigatory bodies); (3) provides confidential services to sexual violence victims/survivors/complainants; (4) holds offenders accountable; (5) includes campus-wide prevention and awareness programs and activities; (6) tracks and assesses data relevant to services and advocacy provided while maintaining confidentiality. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: % of Time 1. Violence Prevention and Education Initiatives 60% 2. Violence Advocacy for Students and Employees 20% 3. Identify Trends, Analyze Data, Create Reports and Research Best Practices 15% 4. University Programs and Committees/Professional Development 5% LIST OF TASKS FOR EACH MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY: 1. Violence Prevention and Education Initiatives a. Manage, create and identify evidence-based primary prevention and awareness initiatives that have significant impact. Design and deliver socio-culturally relevant prevention and interventions efforts. b. Ensure all awareness outreach activities will comply and be consistent with CSU, CSUSM University policies and campus-based practices. c. Understand and inform prevention practices through lens of social justice, cultural competence, intersection of identities, and empowerment of historically marginalized and underserved populations. Implement culturally-relevant services, support, and resources and reach populations through the use of community- and culturally-specific initiatives. d. Support academic appointees to improve teaching, mentoring, supervision, and research practices AND support staff, supervisors, and executives to improve management and leadership skills in an effort to promote prevention. e. Develop and present workshops and other educational initiatives to students, staff, faculty and community members as appropriate. f. Serve as a general resource and provide consultation to students, staff, and academic appointees seeking information and services regarding primary prevention. Advise community on prevention and intervention skills. Provide guidance to other staff members, other campus units, and/or project team participants. g. Collaborate with members of the Student Health & Counseling Services staff and extended Title IX team to implement programs and services to CSUSM students, develop websites, social media and other informational and educational materials. h. The VPEA may also serve on campus-based sexual violence task force committees/teams to provide general advice and consulting, and to participate in sexual violence prevention and awareness activities and programs. i. Offer assistance and support to the HOPE & Wellness Peer Educators through training and collaboration on events and outreach. 2. Violence Advocacy for Students and Employees a. The Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate (VPEA) will provide emergency and ongoing support services and assistance outlined below, in order to ensure the well-being and safety of victims/survivors/complainants. These services shall be available 24 hours a day, and after-hours services will be accomplished in partnership with a community organization with whom the University has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). i. The Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate may accompany victims/survivors/complainants, at their request and with their permission, and be with them as a support person: o Throughout all stages of the University's investigation and discipline proceedings, including acting as an advisor at any related meeting or hearing. o When giving reports to or meeting with University Police, local law enforcement, the Title IX Coordinator, and any other University administrator related to a sexual violence complaint. o When going to medical/counseling appointments and treatments (including medical-forensic evidentiary examinations by a Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner) o When going to legal appointments and hearings in court or with legal representatives, including assistance with obtaining a restraining or other protective order. o When going to meetings and appointments with University faculty and staff, including the Title IX Coordinator, regarding interim measures and remedies (e.g., academic, employment, and housing). o Ensure seamless services are provided to campus community members via the established MOU and shall notify Student Health and Counseling administrators of concerns or needed changes in protocols or agreements. b. The VPEA may assist victims/survivors/complainants, with their permission: i. In seeking reasonable and available interim measures and remedies from the University, even where the victim/survivor/complaint has elected not to file a complaint. Such reasonable and available interim measures and remedies include but may not be limited to academic support, adjustments/changes to course schedules, changes to University-based housing and work schedules, and stay away orders issued to the accused. ii. With other related reasonable and available on and off campus services that ensure their well-being and safety. c. Regardless of whether victims/survivors/complainants wish to remain confidential, the VPEA shall carry out the following: i. Ensure victims/survivors/complainants, with their consent, receive information about 24 hour-a-day sexual violence assistance services: o Information on how to report sexual violence to law enforcement and to the University's Title IX Coordinator; o Emergency medical care, including follow-up medical care, as requested; o Medical forensic or evidentiary examinations. ii. Ensure victims/survivors/complainants, with their consent, receive the following sexual assault assistance services: o Crisis intervention counseling and ongoing counseling; o Information on victim rights and options, including referrals to additional support services; o Information on legal services, and the availability of restraining and/or no- contact orders. iii. Guide those who request assistance through the reporting, counseling, administrative, medical and health, academic accommodation, or legal processes of the University, University Police, and/or local law enforcement. iv. Attend as an advisor, at their request, any University adjudication proceeding related to the sexual misconduct incident. v. Assist with arranging transportation services, as appropriate. vi. Maintain privacy and confidentiality. 3. Identify Trends, Analyze Data, Create Reports and Research Best Practices a. Assesses the effectiveness of the promotion and education of entire prevention programs and makes recommendations that may have broad impact to the programs. Establishes evaluation criteria for measuring desired results and impact. Research and implement best practices for campus-based prevention work. b. The Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate (VPEA) shall The VPEA shall collect and analyze data related to trends. c. The VPEA may contribute data and collaborate to develop grant proposals to identify funding to expand resources and services within the scope of the VPEA position. d. Under the direction of the Director, SCHS, shall conduct special projects, including, but not limited to, assessment activities, quality improvement, and assisting with accreditation preparation. e. Research and implement new and best practices for prevention programming and assessments 4. University Programs and Committees/Professional Development a. Serve on University Committees and participate in professional development as assigned and as appropriate b. Serve on various other University committees as assigned. PROVIDES LEAD DIRECTION OF OTHERS none REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: 1. List education and experience required a. Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field. b. Certificate evidencing completion of a training program in the counseling of sexual assault victims issued by a counseling center that meets the criteria for the award of a grant established pursuant to Section 13837 of the California Penal Code, and has 40 hours of training as described below and is supervised by an individual who qualifies as a psychotherapist or counselor under paragraph (1) The training, supervised by a person qualified under paragraph (1), shall include, but not be limited to, the following areas: i. Law, Medicine, Societal attitudes, Crisis intervention and counseling techniques, Role playing, Referral services, Sexuality Preferred: c. Is a psychotherapist as defined in California Evidence Code • 1010 d. Masters degree in social work, public health, counseling or related field e. One year of counseling experience, at least six months of which is in rape crisis counseling 2. List knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. a. Thorough knowledge of health education theories, research, and program assessment. b. Thorough knowledge of planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of college-aged student health education programs. c. Familiarity with gender-based violence prevention education, advocacy and consultation techniques. d. Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality consistent with applicable laws and regulations. e. Ability to work well with college students, one-on-one and in groups. f. Knowledge of social determinants of health, social justice intersections to overall wellbeing, identity development, societal and cultural roots of violence, intersectionality and systems of oppression. g. Knowledge of student development theory within a multicultural context and demonstrated success developing programs and services to meet the needs of a diverse student body h. Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities, and to respond appropriately to conflicts and problems. i. Knowledge of support and reporting options for victims/survivors/complainants, including medical evidentiary exam protocol and criminal justice system. j. Strong crisis intervention and consultation skills. k. Demonstrated ability to independently determine level of services and resources provided to individuals or groups where guidelines and precedents do not exist. l. Demonstrated ability to advise students, staff and faculty individually and in groups on complex matters and refer as needed to appropriate departments. m. Experience analyzing complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. n. Demonstrated ability to interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations, analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action. o. Skill in working with campus administrators, faculty, staff and students to address complex issues and situations. p. Significant knowledge of laws and policies related to applicable program, and ability to implement apply subject matter expertise relating to the rights of students and employees. q. The ability to work effectively and build strong alliances internally and externally with a broad range of individuals to bring the University community together around shared goals. r. Ability to recognize, understand, and appreciate different roles across the institution. s. Ability to lead courageously by addressing difficult issues. t. Experience developing web and social media based content. u. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle issues based on sense of urgency and importance of the issues. v. Demonstrated ability to ensure confidentiality around sensitive issues. w. Excellent oral and written communication skills. x. Demonstrated ability to analyze and define complex organizational, policy or procedural problems, collect and evaluate data, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action. y. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with purpose to a variety of audiences. z. Demonstrated commitment and ability to advance the University's goals in the areas of diversity and inclusive excellence. 3 List unique working conditions a. Occasional night and weekend work and overnight travel. b. Student Health and Counseling Services is a campus department that administers to the health, wellness and psychological needs of the students. c. Possible exposure to biohazardous materials 4 List machines, tools, equipment, and motor vehicles used in the performance of the duties a. Standard office and communications equipment. 5 Other Employment Requirements a. The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. General Reporter b. This position is subject to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. c. This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The incumbent in this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. This position is required to file the Form 700 under disclosure category: 2 d. This position is required to complete Sexual Harassment Prevention training "EDU Supervisor: Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation" e. Must participate in required campus trainings including, but not limited to, Information Security Awareness Training and Sexual Violence Awareness and Prevention "EDU: Eliminate Campus Sexual Misconduct". Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Nov 28, 2019
Full Time
Description: PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under the supervision of the Director, Counseling and Psychological Services, the Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate (VPEA) is responsible for leading and coordinating prevention education, outreach and early intervention efforts related to gender-based violence in a higher education setting. This includes, but is not limited to, topics of affirmative consent, sexual assault, sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, men and masculinity and bystander intervention. The VPEA will implement evidence-based primary prevention strategies in partnership with campus and community partners, utilizing an intersectional social justice and public health approach. This position develops curriculum, content and materials for the campus community, through the development of presentations, educational seminars, strategic programs, and initiatives aimed to promote affirmative consent, healthy relationships and lower incidents of violence. The VPEA will additionally serve in the role of a confidential advocate who plays an important role in providing effective and sustained support and resources to students and employees who are sexual violence victims/survivors/complainants. The VPEA will play an active role in assisting, coordinating and collaborating with the Title IX Coordinator, or personnel designated by the Title IX Coordinator, in developing and providing campus-wide awareness and outreach activities, including prevention activities. The CSU seeks to create a comprehensive coordinated response that (1) is victim/survivor centered and trauma informed; (2) enhances safety (regardless if reported to law enforcement, the campus Title IX Coordinator, or other investigatory bodies); (3) provides confidential services to sexual violence victims/survivors/complainants; (4) holds offenders accountable; (5) includes campus-wide prevention and awareness programs and activities; (6) tracks and assesses data relevant to services and advocacy provided while maintaining confidentiality. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: % of Time 1. Violence Prevention and Education Initiatives 60% 2. Violence Advocacy for Students and Employees 20% 3. Identify Trends, Analyze Data, Create Reports and Research Best Practices 15% 4. University Programs and Committees/Professional Development 5% LIST OF TASKS FOR EACH MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY: 1. Violence Prevention and Education Initiatives a. Manage, create and identify evidence-based primary prevention and awareness initiatives that have significant impact. Design and deliver socio-culturally relevant prevention and interventions efforts. b. Ensure all awareness outreach activities will comply and be consistent with CSU, CSUSM University policies and campus-based practices. c. Understand and inform prevention practices through lens of social justice, cultural competence, intersection of identities, and empowerment of historically marginalized and underserved populations. Implement culturally-relevant services, support, and resources and reach populations through the use of community- and culturally-specific initiatives. d. Support academic appointees to improve teaching, mentoring, supervision, and research practices AND support staff, supervisors, and executives to improve management and leadership skills in an effort to promote prevention. e. Develop and present workshops and other educational initiatives to students, staff, faculty and community members as appropriate. f. Serve as a general resource and provide consultation to students, staff, and academic appointees seeking information and services regarding primary prevention. Advise community on prevention and intervention skills. Provide guidance to other staff members, other campus units, and/or project team participants. g. Collaborate with members of the Student Health & Counseling Services staff and extended Title IX team to implement programs and services to CSUSM students, develop websites, social media and other informational and educational materials. h. The VPEA may also serve on campus-based sexual violence task force committees/teams to provide general advice and consulting, and to participate in sexual violence prevention and awareness activities and programs. i. Offer assistance and support to the HOPE & Wellness Peer Educators through training and collaboration on events and outreach. 2. Violence Advocacy for Students and Employees a. The Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate (VPEA) will provide emergency and ongoing support services and assistance outlined below, in order to ensure the well-being and safety of victims/survivors/complainants. These services shall be available 24 hours a day, and after-hours services will be accomplished in partnership with a community organization with whom the University has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). i. The Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate may accompany victims/survivors/complainants, at their request and with their permission, and be with them as a support person: o Throughout all stages of the University's investigation and discipline proceedings, including acting as an advisor at any related meeting or hearing. o When giving reports to or meeting with University Police, local law enforcement, the Title IX Coordinator, and any other University administrator related to a sexual violence complaint. o When going to medical/counseling appointments and treatments (including medical-forensic evidentiary examinations by a Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner) o When going to legal appointments and hearings in court or with legal representatives, including assistance with obtaining a restraining or other protective order. o When going to meetings and appointments with University faculty and staff, including the Title IX Coordinator, regarding interim measures and remedies (e.g., academic, employment, and housing). o Ensure seamless services are provided to campus community members via the established MOU and shall notify Student Health and Counseling administrators of concerns or needed changes in protocols or agreements. b. The VPEA may assist victims/survivors/complainants, with their permission: i. In seeking reasonable and available interim measures and remedies from the University, even where the victim/survivor/complaint has elected not to file a complaint. Such reasonable and available interim measures and remedies include but may not be limited to academic support, adjustments/changes to course schedules, changes to University-based housing and work schedules, and stay away orders issued to the accused. ii. With other related reasonable and available on and off campus services that ensure their well-being and safety. c. Regardless of whether victims/survivors/complainants wish to remain confidential, the VPEA shall carry out the following: i. Ensure victims/survivors/complainants, with their consent, receive information about 24 hour-a-day sexual violence assistance services: o Information on how to report sexual violence to law enforcement and to the University's Title IX Coordinator; o Emergency medical care, including follow-up medical care, as requested; o Medical forensic or evidentiary examinations. ii. Ensure victims/survivors/complainants, with their consent, receive the following sexual assault assistance services: o Crisis intervention counseling and ongoing counseling; o Information on victim rights and options, including referrals to additional support services; o Information on legal services, and the availability of restraining and/or no- contact orders. iii. Guide those who request assistance through the reporting, counseling, administrative, medical and health, academic accommodation, or legal processes of the University, University Police, and/or local law enforcement. iv. Attend as an advisor, at their request, any University adjudication proceeding related to the sexual misconduct incident. v. Assist with arranging transportation services, as appropriate. vi. Maintain privacy and confidentiality. 3. Identify Trends, Analyze Data, Create Reports and Research Best Practices a. Assesses the effectiveness of the promotion and education of entire prevention programs and makes recommendations that may have broad impact to the programs. Establishes evaluation criteria for measuring desired results and impact. Research and implement best practices for campus-based prevention work. b. The Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate (VPEA) shall The VPEA shall collect and analyze data related to trends. c. The VPEA may contribute data and collaborate to develop grant proposals to identify funding to expand resources and services within the scope of the VPEA position. d. Under the direction of the Director, SCHS, shall conduct special projects, including, but not limited to, assessment activities, quality improvement, and assisting with accreditation preparation. e. Research and implement new and best practices for prevention programming and assessments 4. University Programs and Committees/Professional Development a. Serve on University Committees and participate in professional development as assigned and as appropriate b. Serve on various other University committees as assigned. PROVIDES LEAD DIRECTION OF OTHERS none REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: 1. List education and experience required a. Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field. b. Certificate evidencing completion of a training program in the counseling of sexual assault victims issued by a counseling center that meets the criteria for the award of a grant established pursuant to Section 13837 of the California Penal Code, and has 40 hours of training as described below and is supervised by an individual who qualifies as a psychotherapist or counselor under paragraph (1) The training, supervised by a person qualified under paragraph (1), shall include, but not be limited to, the following areas: i. Law, Medicine, Societal attitudes, Crisis intervention and counseling techniques, Role playing, Referral services, Sexuality Preferred: c. Is a psychotherapist as defined in California Evidence Code • 1010 d. Masters degree in social work, public health, counseling or related field e. One year of counseling experience, at least six months of which is in rape crisis counseling 2. List knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. a. Thorough knowledge of health education theories, research, and program assessment. b. Thorough knowledge of planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of college-aged student health education programs. c. Familiarity with gender-based violence prevention education, advocacy and consultation techniques. d. Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality consistent with applicable laws and regulations. e. Ability to work well with college students, one-on-one and in groups. f. Knowledge of social determinants of health, social justice intersections to overall wellbeing, identity development, societal and cultural roots of violence, intersectionality and systems of oppression. g. Knowledge of student development theory within a multicultural context and demonstrated success developing programs and services to meet the needs of a diverse student body h. Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities, and to respond appropriately to conflicts and problems. i. Knowledge of support and reporting options for victims/survivors/complainants, including medical evidentiary exam protocol and criminal justice system. j. Strong crisis intervention and consultation skills. k. Demonstrated ability to independently determine level of services and resources provided to individuals or groups where guidelines and precedents do not exist. l. Demonstrated ability to advise students, staff and faculty individually and in groups on complex matters and refer as needed to appropriate departments. m. Experience analyzing complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. n. Demonstrated ability to interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations, analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action. o. Skill in working with campus administrators, faculty, staff and students to address complex issues and situations. p. Significant knowledge of laws and policies related to applicable program, and ability to implement apply subject matter expertise relating to the rights of students and employees. q. The ability to work effectively and build strong alliances internally and externally with a broad range of individuals to bring the University community together around shared goals. r. Ability to recognize, understand, and appreciate different roles across the institution. s. Ability to lead courageously by addressing difficult issues. t. Experience developing web and social media based content. u. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle issues based on sense of urgency and importance of the issues. v. Demonstrated ability to ensure confidentiality around sensitive issues. w. Excellent oral and written communication skills. x. Demonstrated ability to analyze and define complex organizational, policy or procedural problems, collect and evaluate data, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action. y. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with purpose to a variety of audiences. z. Demonstrated commitment and ability to advance the University's goals in the areas of diversity and inclusive excellence. 3 List unique working conditions a. Occasional night and weekend work and overnight travel. b. Student Health and Counseling Services is a campus department that administers to the health, wellness and psychological needs of the students. c. Possible exposure to biohazardous materials 4 List machines, tools, equipment, and motor vehicles used in the performance of the duties a. Standard office and communications equipment. 5 Other Employment Requirements a. The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. General Reporter b. This position is subject to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. c. This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The incumbent in this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. This position is required to file the Form 700 under disclosure category: 2 d. This position is required to complete Sexual Harassment Prevention training "EDU Supervisor: Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation" e. Must participate in required campus trainings including, but not limited to, Information Security Awareness Training and Sexual Violence Awareness and Prevention "EDU: Eliminate Campus Sexual Misconduct". Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Do you want a career where you can truly make a difference? The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is one of the largest human service providers in Lake County. We live our mission each day, promoting the health and well-being of all who live, work, and play in Lake County. If you are passionate about giving back and ready to be a part of an innovative team, we are looking for you! About the Role: Under the supervision of the Nutrition Services Assistant Coordinator, provides Medical Nutrition Therapy, nutrition counseling, insulin instruction, self-blood glucose monitoring, community outreach and education, appropriate referral and follow up for patients and families based on identified high-risk condition and individual need. Work involves direct patient contact and is performed in accordance with agency and funder requirements. Location: This position will be based out of both the Belvidere Medical Building (2400 Belvidere Road, Waukegan) and North Chicago Health Center (2215 14th Street, North Chicago) Hours: Monday and Tuesday (8:30am - 5:00pm) Wednesday (10:30am - 7:30pm) Thursday (9:30am - 6:00pm) Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm) FLSA STATUS: Salary Skills and Experience Achieve patient visit and program goals. Provides medical nutrition therapy, patient centered nutrition counseling using motivational interviewing, and appropriate referral for patients according to established criteria. Educates patients on diabetes self-management and collaborates with patient’s provider on the selection and initiation of pharmacotherapy, instructing on self-administration, use of various delivery devices for injectable medications, recommending dose adjustments, and evaluating medication administration techniques. Documents clinical information including nutrition care plans (progress in improving health and documentation of outcomes) in patients’ chart according to agency standards. Assists in implementation and monitoring of protocols, policies and procedures to ensure services meet program/grant objectives and are in compliance with agency/funder requirements. Participates in ongoing program evaluation including monitoring of program/grant performance measures and implementation of Continuous Quality Improvement activities to improve program and health outcomes for clients/patients. Performs competency assessments and annual performance appraisals for assigned staff and provides timely feedback in meeting established performance goals. Assists in integration of Nutrition Services with other Community Health Center and Health Department Programs. Prepares reports on staff activities, patient data, and service delivery as required. Demonstrates support of service and program area philosophy and decisions in verbal and written communication with supervisors, staff, patients, and community. Develops and presents nutrition education/in service training and outreach activities for patients, staff, and the community. Provides orientation and training for staff and dietetic interns. Education, Qualifications, and Certification: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition related field. Minimum of two years clinical/community experience (one year if Master’s Degree). Requires current Illinois licensure as a Licensed Dietitian. Requires current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certification by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Requires current certification as a Certified Diabetes Educator. Ability to work on evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime if necessary. About the Perks: Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package with performance-based incentive plans. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit the Health Department page to get additional information on why you should work for us. If you would like to learn more about our community impact and to see some of our employees in action, please review this short video . Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Jan 20, 2020
Full Time
Do you want a career where you can truly make a difference? The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is one of the largest human service providers in Lake County. We live our mission each day, promoting the health and well-being of all who live, work, and play in Lake County. If you are passionate about giving back and ready to be a part of an innovative team, we are looking for you! About the Role: Under the supervision of the Nutrition Services Assistant Coordinator, provides Medical Nutrition Therapy, nutrition counseling, insulin instruction, self-blood glucose monitoring, community outreach and education, appropriate referral and follow up for patients and families based on identified high-risk condition and individual need. Work involves direct patient contact and is performed in accordance with agency and funder requirements. Location: This position will be based out of both the Belvidere Medical Building (2400 Belvidere Road, Waukegan) and North Chicago Health Center (2215 14th Street, North Chicago) Hours: Monday and Tuesday (8:30am - 5:00pm) Wednesday (10:30am - 7:30pm) Thursday (9:30am - 6:00pm) Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm) FLSA STATUS: Salary Skills and Experience Achieve patient visit and program goals. Provides medical nutrition therapy, patient centered nutrition counseling using motivational interviewing, and appropriate referral for patients according to established criteria. Educates patients on diabetes self-management and collaborates with patient’s provider on the selection and initiation of pharmacotherapy, instructing on self-administration, use of various delivery devices for injectable medications, recommending dose adjustments, and evaluating medication administration techniques. Documents clinical information including nutrition care plans (progress in improving health and documentation of outcomes) in patients’ chart according to agency standards. Assists in implementation and monitoring of protocols, policies and procedures to ensure services meet program/grant objectives and are in compliance with agency/funder requirements. Participates in ongoing program evaluation including monitoring of program/grant performance measures and implementation of Continuous Quality Improvement activities to improve program and health outcomes for clients/patients. Performs competency assessments and annual performance appraisals for assigned staff and provides timely feedback in meeting established performance goals. Assists in integration of Nutrition Services with other Community Health Center and Health Department Programs. Prepares reports on staff activities, patient data, and service delivery as required. Demonstrates support of service and program area philosophy and decisions in verbal and written communication with supervisors, staff, patients, and community. Develops and presents nutrition education/in service training and outreach activities for patients, staff, and the community. Provides orientation and training for staff and dietetic interns. Education, Qualifications, and Certification: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition related field. Minimum of two years clinical/community experience (one year if Master’s Degree). Requires current Illinois licensure as a Licensed Dietitian. Requires current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certification by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Requires current certification as a Certified Diabetes Educator. Ability to work on evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime if necessary. About the Perks: Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package with performance-based incentive plans. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit the Health Department page to get additional information on why you should work for us. If you would like to learn more about our community impact and to see some of our employees in action, please review this short video . Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contra Costa County, CA
Martinez, California, United States
The Position OPEN UNTIL FILLED Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - Health Services Unit The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is seeking individuals to fill several positions as a Respiratory Care Practitioner II.The four vacancies are permanent part-time and located in the central and east regions of Contra Costa County in California. Respiratory Care Practitioner II is a journey level position which requires experience providing respiratory care treatment to patients in an acute care hospital and ambulatory health centers. Employees in this class administer therapy care and life support to patients while assisting in making patient assessments for the purpose of establishing individual respiratory care plans. They also clean, assemble, and transport respiratory equipment as requested and may also operate an electrocardiograph machine on a relief basis and/or provide work direction to other staff. To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.cccounty.us/hr The employment list established as a result of this examination may remain in effect for six (6) months . Typical Tasks Assist medical staff in making patient assessment for the purposes of establishing individual respiratory care plans Recommendappropriate modality for deliverance of respiratory therapy Selects, set up and operate a wide variety of devices such as, ventilators, positive pressure machines, blood gas analyzers, aerosol generators and other pulmonary function equipment Performs postural drainage and assist patients in performing breathing exercises Record findings and keeps records of patient's progress during treatments Provide a variety of respiratory therapy treatments to patients as ordered by physicians Select, set up and operate a wide variety of devices such as respirators, mechanical and volume ventilators, positive pressure machine, blood gas analyzers, aerosol generators and other pulmonary function equipment Performs postural drainage and assist patients in performing breathing exercises Observe and documents patients response to therapy and make adjustments to the individuals respiratory care plan per protocol Transports equipment to inpatient ward areas and maintain safety standards to guard against injuries to patients and staff Respond to stat-emergency calls such as cardiopulmonary arrests and rapid response by providing assistance within the scope of Practice Respond to calls from nursing units for various respiratory therapy issues May provide work direction and guidance to less experienced staff May demonstrate respiratory care procedures to other health care personnel Monitors respiratory related equipment and recommends repairs when needed May operate an electrocardiograph machine on a relief basis Minimum Qualifications License Required: Possess and maintain a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the Respiratory Care Board of California. Certification Required: Possess and maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association or CPR certification issued by the American Red Cross; and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate issued by the American Red Cross. Experience: Two (2) years of full-time experience, or its equivalent, experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (or Respiratory Therapist) in an acute care hospital. Acute Care: RCPs assigned to the Acute Care setting must also possess and maintain a Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider Certificate. Ambulatory Care/Health Centers: Pulmonary Function Lab RCPs must possess and maintain a CPFT (Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist); or RPFT (Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist) Credential issued by the NBRC in addition to the above OSA/CPAP and/or Pulmonary/Bronch Clinic: Must possess and maintain certification or credential in one or more of the following: AE-C Asthma Educator; SDS Sleep Disorder Testing and Therapeutic Intervention Respiratory Care Specialist; Polysomnographic Technologist; One year documented experience working in a sleep disorders center or respiratory based outpatient clinic setting. Other Requirements: A background investigation/fingerprint and/or physical exam may be required prior to the start of employment. A COMPLETED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE IS REQUIRED AND YOU MUST ATTACH COPIES OF LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION. AN APPLICATION SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE AND WILL THEREFORE BE DISQUALIFIED. Selection Process 1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. 2. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination. 3. Training and Experience Evaluation: Consists of an evaluation of each candidate's relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. Candidates must receive a score of at least 70, which may be an adjusted score, in order to be ranked on the employment list. (Weighted 100%) The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
Oct 06, 2019
Part Time
The Position OPEN UNTIL FILLED Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - Health Services Unit The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is seeking individuals to fill several positions as a Respiratory Care Practitioner II.The four vacancies are permanent part-time and located in the central and east regions of Contra Costa County in California. Respiratory Care Practitioner II is a journey level position which requires experience providing respiratory care treatment to patients in an acute care hospital and ambulatory health centers. Employees in this class administer therapy care and life support to patients while assisting in making patient assessments for the purpose of establishing individual respiratory care plans. They also clean, assemble, and transport respiratory equipment as requested and may also operate an electrocardiograph machine on a relief basis and/or provide work direction to other staff. To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.cccounty.us/hr The employment list established as a result of this examination may remain in effect for six (6) months . Typical Tasks Assist medical staff in making patient assessment for the purposes of establishing individual respiratory care plans Recommendappropriate modality for deliverance of respiratory therapy Selects, set up and operate a wide variety of devices such as, ventilators, positive pressure machines, blood gas analyzers, aerosol generators and other pulmonary function equipment Performs postural drainage and assist patients in performing breathing exercises Record findings and keeps records of patient's progress during treatments Provide a variety of respiratory therapy treatments to patients as ordered by physicians Select, set up and operate a wide variety of devices such as respirators, mechanical and volume ventilators, positive pressure machine, blood gas analyzers, aerosol generators and other pulmonary function equipment Performs postural drainage and assist patients in performing breathing exercises Observe and documents patients response to therapy and make adjustments to the individuals respiratory care plan per protocol Transports equipment to inpatient ward areas and maintain safety standards to guard against injuries to patients and staff Respond to stat-emergency calls such as cardiopulmonary arrests and rapid response by providing assistance within the scope of Practice Respond to calls from nursing units for various respiratory therapy issues May provide work direction and guidance to less experienced staff May demonstrate respiratory care procedures to other health care personnel Monitors respiratory related equipment and recommends repairs when needed May operate an electrocardiograph machine on a relief basis Minimum Qualifications License Required: Possess and maintain a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the Respiratory Care Board of California. Certification Required: Possess and maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association or CPR certification issued by the American Red Cross; and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate issued by the American Red Cross. Experience: Two (2) years of full-time experience, or its equivalent, experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (or Respiratory Therapist) in an acute care hospital. Acute Care: RCPs assigned to the Acute Care setting must also possess and maintain a Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider Certificate. Ambulatory Care/Health Centers: Pulmonary Function Lab RCPs must possess and maintain a CPFT (Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist); or RPFT (Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist) Credential issued by the NBRC in addition to the above OSA/CPAP and/or Pulmonary/Bronch Clinic: Must possess and maintain certification or credential in one or more of the following: AE-C Asthma Educator; SDS Sleep Disorder Testing and Therapeutic Intervention Respiratory Care Specialist; Polysomnographic Technologist; One year documented experience working in a sleep disorders center or respiratory based outpatient clinic setting. Other Requirements: A background investigation/fingerprint and/or physical exam may be required prior to the start of employment. A COMPLETED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE IS REQUIRED AND YOU MUST ATTACH COPIES OF LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION. AN APPLICATION SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE AND WILL THEREFORE BE DISQUALIFIED. Selection Process 1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. 2. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination. 3. Training and Experience Evaluation: Consists of an evaluation of each candidate's relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. Candidates must receive a score of at least 70, which may be an adjusted score, in order to be ranked on the employment list. (Weighted 100%) The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Department of Mental Health Exam Number: b5857A Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING START DATE: 10/17/2017 AT 8:00 A.M. This examination will remain open until the need of the service are met and is subject to close without prior notice. DEFINITION : Provides a full range of professional occupational therapy services to assist patients with mental or physical disabilities to attain, regain, or maintain physical or mental functioning or to adjust to their disabilities. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class receive general administrative supervision from higher-level therapy supervisors or a rehabilitation therapy chief, and clinical guidance from a higher-level occupational therapist. Comprehensive occupational therapy services are provided to patients in a range of settings such as acute medical, psychiatric, or rehabilitation hospitals, out-patient clinics, or in California Children's Services Medical Therapy Units. Incumbents assigned to children's clinics or centers in hospitals, or settings remotely located in special schools provide comprehensive consultation and occupational therapy services coordination for children with severe disabilities. Incumbents work in settings requiring very independent functioning and receive primarily administrative and policy direction from therapy supervisors. Technical guidance is available but incumbents are responsible for determining when they require such assistance. In acute medical hospitals, incumbents may rotate through specialty areas such as neurology, pediatrics, acute burns/plastics and highly involved or intensive care units, may serve as primary therapist and provide occupational therapy services to multiple condition, high-risk patients. Incumbents work within the framework of established procedures, professional standards and practice acts. Essential Job Functions Manages caseloads of patients with severe disabilities and varied diagnoses providing interventions, treatments, and services in acute medical, rehabilitative hospital, clinic, or California Children's Services Medical Therapy Units. Arranges, schedules, and conducts clinics; evaluates and prioritizes patients for treatment; identifies patients for specific treatment eligibility; provides comprehensive follow-up care; initiates referrals for other services; and provides consultation and coordination of services with other agencies and treatment units. Supervises a small staff of occupational therapy assistants or therapy technicians and student occupational therapists; assigns and demonstrates elements of patients' treatment programs, reviews their work and prepares and discusses their performance with them; may prepare performance evaluation reports. Serves on a clinic health care team with physicians, orthotists and allied health personnel to coordinate services within a clinic; provides consultative guidance and instruction to inter-departmental agency personnel to resolve problems regarding therapy techniques/treatment, case management and proper use and care of patient equipment. Manages patients in a unit making key evaluation and treatment decisions; participates as the occupational therapy representative on inter-disciplinary treatment/review teams; advises and reports on the patient's condition to the team, families, and physicians, and recommends additional treatment and/or equipment needs. Orients and instructs other occupational therapy personnel, allied disciplines, and health and educational personnel in the use and care of functional equipment, behavioral management, and treatment procedures. Provides technical guidance for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants or Rehabilitation Therapy Technicians and student therapists in occupational therapy services for acute or rehabilitative patients. Develops new and improved services through ongoing assessment of existing evaluation methods and treatment techniques and incorporating new techniques in clinical practice. Serves as a resource person to other occupational therapy staff in coordinating patients' discharges, orienting them to discharge procedures, and familiarizing staff with community or governmental agencies, placement facilities and/or resources. Provides consultative or liaison services to other occupational therapy personnel, allied health disciplines, and/or community agencies. Trains patients, family members, and allied health teams in use of adaptive and functional equipment such as environmental controls, electric wheelchairs, myoelectric hand braces, mobile arm supports, electric hand splints, individualized arm or hand braces and follows through with ordering or making arrangements for equipment purchases, loans and repairs. Requirements SELECTIONREQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's degreefrom an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Two years of experience in the practice of occupational therapy. A Master's degree in occupational therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. LICENSE: Current license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Paid or unpaid experience working with adults with psychiatric disabilities in a community-based mental health setting. Completion of the American Occupational Therapy Association Fieldwork Educator Certificate Program. Board certification in Mental Health by the American Occupational Therapy Association. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: In order to receive credit for any certifications you must provide a legible copy at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days. * ACCREDITATION: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Transcript : * In order to receive credit for any college or university course, or any type of college or university degree, or any certificates, such as Bachelor's or higher, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy"issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and; therefore, will NOT be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete orrejected. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience weighted 100%. The evaluation of training and experiencewill bebased on application information and the information submitted on the supplemental application form at the time of filing.Additional credit will be given for education, experience, training, and/or certificates related to desirable qualifications. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70%OR HIGHERIN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in this examination will be placed on the eligibleregister in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Mental Health. Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekendsandholidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application online only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the applications. In order to receive credit for the required degree/coursework, certification, and/or license, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days (or during the examination process) from the date of filing application. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" tab for this posting. Applicants must complete and submit their online applications and upload required documents (e.g.License, Resume, Official Transcripts,etc.) as attachment(s) during application submission, or send byemailto exams@dmh.lacounty.gov within15 calendar days from date of application submission. Indicate the Exam Title on the subject line when sending required documents by email. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet theSelection Requirements.Your online application must show complete license, education and work experience information necessary to evaluate your qualifications. Licenseinformation section must show title of license, license number, original date of issue, and expiration date. Education information section must include name and address of school attended,complete dates attended,name of course/s taken,number of units earned, and degree/s earned. Work experience section must include job title, employer name and address, name of work area/facility, actual payrolltitle held and not the working and/or functional titles, from/to dates of employment including month, day and year, total number of months, total number of hours worked per week- not a range of hours(full or part-time), and completedetailed description of related job duties. If range of hours is provided, experience will be prorated based on the lowest number of hours worked per week.Listseparately each job experience to be evaluated. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information is subject to verification. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. Utilizing VERBIAGE fromclass specificationsand Selection Requirementserving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that youmeet requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION andyou may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: HR Examinations Unit: (213) 972-7034 HR Examinations Unit Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov Analyst Contact Phone: Nicholas Jordan, (213) 972-7047 Analyst Contact Email: najordan@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (213) 972-7034 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 735-2922 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONES : (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jan 05, 2020
Full Time
Department of Mental Health Exam Number: b5857A Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING START DATE: 10/17/2017 AT 8:00 A.M. This examination will remain open until the need of the service are met and is subject to close without prior notice. DEFINITION : Provides a full range of professional occupational therapy services to assist patients with mental or physical disabilities to attain, regain, or maintain physical or mental functioning or to adjust to their disabilities. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class receive general administrative supervision from higher-level therapy supervisors or a rehabilitation therapy chief, and clinical guidance from a higher-level occupational therapist. Comprehensive occupational therapy services are provided to patients in a range of settings such as acute medical, psychiatric, or rehabilitation hospitals, out-patient clinics, or in California Children's Services Medical Therapy Units. Incumbents assigned to children's clinics or centers in hospitals, or settings remotely located in special schools provide comprehensive consultation and occupational therapy services coordination for children with severe disabilities. Incumbents work in settings requiring very independent functioning and receive primarily administrative and policy direction from therapy supervisors. Technical guidance is available but incumbents are responsible for determining when they require such assistance. In acute medical hospitals, incumbents may rotate through specialty areas such as neurology, pediatrics, acute burns/plastics and highly involved or intensive care units, may serve as primary therapist and provide occupational therapy services to multiple condition, high-risk patients. Incumbents work within the framework of established procedures, professional standards and practice acts. Essential Job Functions Manages caseloads of patients with severe disabilities and varied diagnoses providing interventions, treatments, and services in acute medical, rehabilitative hospital, clinic, or California Children's Services Medical Therapy Units. Arranges, schedules, and conducts clinics; evaluates and prioritizes patients for treatment; identifies patients for specific treatment eligibility; provides comprehensive follow-up care; initiates referrals for other services; and provides consultation and coordination of services with other agencies and treatment units. Supervises a small staff of occupational therapy assistants or therapy technicians and student occupational therapists; assigns and demonstrates elements of patients' treatment programs, reviews their work and prepares and discusses their performance with them; may prepare performance evaluation reports. Serves on a clinic health care team with physicians, orthotists and allied health personnel to coordinate services within a clinic; provides consultative guidance and instruction to inter-departmental agency personnel to resolve problems regarding therapy techniques/treatment, case management and proper use and care of patient equipment. Manages patients in a unit making key evaluation and treatment decisions; participates as the occupational therapy representative on inter-disciplinary treatment/review teams; advises and reports on the patient's condition to the team, families, and physicians, and recommends additional treatment and/or equipment needs. Orients and instructs other occupational therapy personnel, allied disciplines, and health and educational personnel in the use and care of functional equipment, behavioral management, and treatment procedures. Provides technical guidance for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants or Rehabilitation Therapy Technicians and student therapists in occupational therapy services for acute or rehabilitative patients. Develops new and improved services through ongoing assessment of existing evaluation methods and treatment techniques and incorporating new techniques in clinical practice. Serves as a resource person to other occupational therapy staff in coordinating patients' discharges, orienting them to discharge procedures, and familiarizing staff with community or governmental agencies, placement facilities and/or resources. Provides consultative or liaison services to other occupational therapy personnel, allied health disciplines, and/or community agencies. Trains patients, family members, and allied health teams in use of adaptive and functional equipment such as environmental controls, electric wheelchairs, myoelectric hand braces, mobile arm supports, electric hand splints, individualized arm or hand braces and follows through with ordering or making arrangements for equipment purchases, loans and repairs. Requirements SELECTIONREQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's degreefrom an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Two years of experience in the practice of occupational therapy. A Master's degree in occupational therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. LICENSE: Current license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Paid or unpaid experience working with adults with psychiatric disabilities in a community-based mental health setting. Completion of the American Occupational Therapy Association Fieldwork Educator Certificate Program. Board certification in Mental Health by the American Occupational Therapy Association. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: In order to receive credit for any certifications you must provide a legible copy at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days. * ACCREDITATION: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Transcript : * In order to receive credit for any college or university course, or any type of college or university degree, or any certificates, such as Bachelor's or higher, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy"issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and; therefore, will NOT be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete orrejected. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience weighted 100%. The evaluation of training and experiencewill bebased on application information and the information submitted on the supplemental application form at the time of filing.Additional credit will be given for education, experience, training, and/or certificates related to desirable qualifications. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70%OR HIGHERIN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in this examination will be placed on the eligibleregister in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Mental Health. Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekendsandholidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application online only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the applications. In order to receive credit for the required degree/coursework, certification, and/or license, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days (or during the examination process) from the date of filing application. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" tab for this posting. Applicants must complete and submit their online applications and upload required documents (e.g.License, Resume, Official Transcripts,etc.) as attachment(s) during application submission, or send byemailto exams@dmh.lacounty.gov within15 calendar days from date of application submission. Indicate the Exam Title on the subject line when sending required documents by email. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet theSelection Requirements.Your online application must show complete license, education and work experience information necessary to evaluate your qualifications. Licenseinformation section must show title of license, license number, original date of issue, and expiration date. Education information section must include name and address of school attended,complete dates attended,name of course/s taken,number of units earned, and degree/s earned. Work experience section must include job title, employer name and address, name of work area/facility, actual payrolltitle held and not the working and/or functional titles, from/to dates of employment including month, day and year, total number of months, total number of hours worked per week- not a range of hours(full or part-time), and completedetailed description of related job duties. If range of hours is provided, experience will be prorated based on the lowest number of hours worked per week.Listseparately each job experience to be evaluated. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information is subject to verification. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. Utilizing VERBIAGE fromclass specificationsand Selection Requirementserving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that youmeet requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION andyou may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: HR Examinations Unit: (213) 972-7034 HR Examinations Unit Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov Analyst Contact Phone: Nicholas Jordan, (213) 972-7047 Analyst Contact Email: najordan@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (213) 972-7034 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 735-2922 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONES : (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5357T OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 1/1/2011 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TOUPDATE ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION AND APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. DEFINITION: Provides enhanced or improved health care delivery to a specific patient population by evaluating nursing practices, developing methodologies and implementing standards of care, providing consultative services and by assessing and addressing patient and staff educational needs, in one or more clinical specialty areas, under the general direction of a Chief Nursing Officer II or Nursing Director, Administration. Essential Job Functions Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the total health care of a specific patient population in one or more clinical specialty areas Uses the nursing process drawing upon extensive knowledge, experience and research to identify problem situations or issues in patient care Analyzes, interprets, advises and consults with staff and other health care professionals to provide high quality, contemporary care Provides consultation and guidance to all levels of the nursing staff pertinent to patient care problems within the field of specialty Advises the nursing staff in the establishment and maintenance of records of treatments given and the related process of each patient for the purpose of analyzing patterns, synthesizing actions and evaluation patient care plans. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. A *Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing with emphasis in an area of specialty** listed below. 2. Four years of recent clinical nursing experience, two years of which must have been in the area of specialty**. **Specialties may include: Critical Care, Gerontology, Pediatrics, Emergency Care, Mental Health, Rehabilitation, Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Wound Management, Nurse Educator, Psychiatry. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse and a certificate indicating that the person is qualified to use the title of Clinical Nurse Specialist, both issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS:II -Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Additional Information SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: To compete in this examination, applicants must possess: A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -OR- Have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America. PLEASE NOTE : Applicants, who have completed the exam process with a passing score, will not be added to the Eligible Register until they have obtained a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Proof of a *Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing with emphasis in an area of specialty MUST be attached to the application at the time of filing. *In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as Bachelor, or Master degree, or for completion of a certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates with your application at the time of filing. The required licenseand/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted ; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and/orcertificate will NOT be accepted. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of aqualifying interview covering training, experience, personal fitness, and general ability to perform the duties of the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Applicants with disabilities who require special accommodations must provide the Examination Unit with written notification at the time of filing. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of the candidates receiving a passing grade on this examination will be added to the Eligible Register without indication of relative standing in the examination. Successful candidates will remain on the register for a period oftwelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification orrescissionof appointment. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of you application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned, If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attachdocuments to your application, you may email the documents to Christina Roy at croy@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number(i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Christina Roy, Exam Analyst (323) 914-7837 croy@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Sep 07, 2019
Full Time
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5357T OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 1/1/2011 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TOUPDATE ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION AND APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. DEFINITION: Provides enhanced or improved health care delivery to a specific patient population by evaluating nursing practices, developing methodologies and implementing standards of care, providing consultative services and by assessing and addressing patient and staff educational needs, in one or more clinical specialty areas, under the general direction of a Chief Nursing Officer II or Nursing Director, Administration. Essential Job Functions Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the total health care of a specific patient population in one or more clinical specialty areas Uses the nursing process drawing upon extensive knowledge, experience and research to identify problem situations or issues in patient care Analyzes, interprets, advises and consults with staff and other health care professionals to provide high quality, contemporary care Provides consultation and guidance to all levels of the nursing staff pertinent to patient care problems within the field of specialty Advises the nursing staff in the establishment and maintenance of records of treatments given and the related process of each patient for the purpose of analyzing patterns, synthesizing actions and evaluation patient care plans. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. A *Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing with emphasis in an area of specialty** listed below. 2. Four years of recent clinical nursing experience, two years of which must have been in the area of specialty**. **Specialties may include: Critical Care, Gerontology, Pediatrics, Emergency Care, Mental Health, Rehabilitation, Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Wound Management, Nurse Educator, Psychiatry. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse and a certificate indicating that the person is qualified to use the title of Clinical Nurse Specialist, both issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS:II -Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Additional Information SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: To compete in this examination, applicants must possess: A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -OR- Have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America. PLEASE NOTE : Applicants, who have completed the exam process with a passing score, will not be added to the Eligible Register until they have obtained a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Proof of a *Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing with emphasis in an area of specialty MUST be attached to the application at the time of filing. *In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as Bachelor, or Master degree, or for completion of a certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates with your application at the time of filing. The required licenseand/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted ; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and/orcertificate will NOT be accepted. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of aqualifying interview covering training, experience, personal fitness, and general ability to perform the duties of the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Applicants with disabilities who require special accommodations must provide the Examination Unit with written notification at the time of filing. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of the candidates receiving a passing grade on this examination will be added to the Eligible Register without indication of relative standing in the examination. Successful candidates will remain on the register for a period oftwelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification orrescissionof appointment. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of you application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned, If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attachdocuments to your application, you may email the documents to Christina Roy at croy@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number(i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Christina Roy, Exam Analyst (323) 914-7837 croy@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
