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This is a full-time Project Health Services Consultant 3 position.
Project is currently funded through June 30, 2024, with possibility of extension.
About Us:
The mission of DOH is to protect and improve the health of the people of Washington State. Mobile health services through the Care-a-Van (CAV) program provide low-barrier access to health services across the state of Washington, reducing health inequities and promoting the health of all Washingtonians.
Position Overview:
The Mobile Health Coordinator (HSC3) focuses on assuring access to Mobile Health services. This position serves as a subject matter expert for activities supporting Mobile Health operations, and coordination with partners involved in Mobile Health administration.
Key Responsibilities:
Mobile Health Operations Support:• Provide technical assistance and support for the implementation of Mobile Health plans with Local Health Jurisdictions (LHJs), community-based organizations, and other partners.• Develop and coordinate training materials and implementation plans for Mobile Health services, including vaccine administration and distribution.
Clinic Coordination and Support:• Plan and support Mobile Health clinics in collaboration with LHJs and community organizations.• Develop staffing plans and assist with supply procurement, event coordination, and field support for program staff.
Communications and Policy Development:• Develop health policies and procedures for Mobile Health operations.• Write and distribute communication materials related to Mobile Health operations, such as fact sheets, newsletter articles, and vaccine management forms.• Manage web page content and cross-office communications.
Contract Management:• Prepare and manage contracts with external partners for Care-a-Van and Mobile Health services.• Develop tracking tools for contractor program progress and ensure alignment of expenditures with contract objectives.• Regularly liaise with contractors to review progress and ensure deliverables.
Section Planning and Improvement:• Utilize data analysis tools for project monitoring and reporting.• Lead customer satisfaction initiatives and quality improvement strategies with providers and LHJs.• Coordinate provider data collection for grant and accountability purposes.
This position requires a proactive approach to managing multiple aspects of Mobile Health operations, including technical support, training coordination, communications, contract management, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role is integral to the effective delivery and enhancement of Mobile Health services.
About the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)
At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs, and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health.
Benefits and Lifestyle
We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting Work@Health.
Work Location and Flexibility:
Flexible/Hybrid position based in Tumwater, WA
The Ideal Candidate:
Is a skilled communicator, adept at connecting with diverse audiences. With solid project management experience, they embrace cultural diversity and excel in customer service. They apply their interpersonal skills to adapt to various situations effectively. The ideal candidate has a knack for quality improvement, aiming to enhance efficiency and accuracy in all areas of their work.
Required Qualifications:
We value all experience, whether it's paid or unpaid. What's important is that you showcase your relevant journey in your cover letter, resume, or applicant profile.
- Option 1: Seven (7) years of experience working in social services, public health, public administration, or related fields, doing outreach, engagement, training, or consulting, preferably in a health-related field.
OR
- Option 2: Bachelor’s degree or higher in social services, public health, public administration, business administration, or related field AND three (3) years of experience working in social services, public health, public administration, or related fields, doing outreach, engagement, training, or consulting, preferably in a health-related field.
Both options also require one (1) year of experience in the following:
- Using MS Outlook for electronic communication and scheduling appointments.
- Using MS Excel to include basic formatting, worksheet management, graph and chart creation, and experience in creating pivot tables, working with ranges, data validation and conditional formatting.
- Using MS Word to include word processing and document formatting, using mail merge functions, working with table of contents, inserting excel data, creating document templates and track changes for editing documents.
- Using PowerPoint to create training materials and presentations.
Desired Qualifications (a plus if you have any of the following):
- Master’s degree in public health, social and behavioral science, public administration, health communication, health education or promotion, or closely allied field.
- Two (2) years of experience working with and managing part of a federal grant.
- Two (2) years of experience in an infectious disease or communicable disease program.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and meet these qualifications, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in our mission to create a healthier and more equitable future for all.
Application Information
Click "Apply" to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:
- A cover letter (without personal pictures) describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
- A current resume (without personal pictures).
- Three (3) or more professional references, to be listed in your profile under the references section, which includes at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) someone you have supervised or led.
Attachments: Do not attach any documents that include photos, letters of recommendation, or private information (transcripts, social security number, year of birth, etc.).
Veterans: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
Representation: This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Questions and Accommodations:
If you have questions, need alternative formats or other assistance please contact April Gilreath at april.gilreath@doh.wa.gov or TDD Relay at 1-800-833-6384 or 7-1-1. For general DOH recruitment questions, email the Talent Acquisition Team at employment@doh.wa.gov. Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6874.
Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.
Conditions of Employment:
With or without accommodation, I am willing and able to:
- Work a full-time 40-hour work week Schedule (Note: Flexible work schedule requests will be considered pending supervisor approval.)
- Willing to occasionally adjust my work-schedule to meet business needs.
- Perform my work remotely at home or in-person at the DOH site location designated for this position.
- Occasionally travel within the state of Washington.
- Legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle OR provide alternative transportation while on state business.
- Participate in emergency response exercises and emergency events/high-priority assignments as assigned.
SUBSCRIBE to DOH Job Alerts- Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
- 01Where did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
- a.DOH Employment Site/Job Alerts
- b.DOH Employee
- c.Friend or Acquaintance
- d. Indeed
- e. LinkedIn
- f.Careers.wa.gov
- g.Job Fair – if selected, answer Question 2
- h. Other – if selected, answer Question 2
02If you selected "g" or "h" to Question 1: Where you first heard about this employment opportunity?03Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?- Yes
- No
04Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? (e.g. H-1B, F1, TN, etc.) DOH is not an E-Verify agency- Yes
- No
05I have read and I understand the Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions that are listed in the job posting and I am willing and able to accept these conditions if offered and accept the position.- Yes
- No
06I have the following qualifications (Select ONE):- Seven (7) years of experience working in social services, public health, public administration, or related fields, doing outreach, engagement, training, or consulting, preferably in a health-related field.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in social services, public health, public administration, business administration, or related field AND three (3) years of experience working in social services, public health, public administration, or related fields, doing outreach, engagement, training, or consulting, preferably in a health-related field.
- None of the above.
07I have experience in the following (Select ALL that apply):- •Using MS Outlook for electronic communication and scheduling appointments.
- •Using MS Excel to include basic formatting, worksheet management, graph and chart creation, and experience in creating pivot tables, working with ranges, data validation and conditional formatting.
- •Using MS Word to include word processing and document formatting, using mail merge functions, working with table of contents, inserting excel data, creating document templates and track changes for editing documents.
- •Using PowerPoint to create training materials and presentations.
- None of the above.
08I have the following desired qualifications (Select all that apply):- •Master's degree in public health, social and behavioral science, public administration, health communication, health education or promotion, or closely allied field.
- •Two (2) years of experience working with and managing part of a federal grant.
- •Two (2) years of experience in an infectious disease or communicable disease program.
- None of the above.
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