Part Time Immunization Grant Specialist

To perform this grant funded position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Incumbent serves grant funded position as the Grant Public Relations Specialist for the Tippecanoe County Health Department.

Research, Develop, and Utilize educational resources such as billboards, park benches, newspapers, radio, buses, and social media.

Foster community relations

Promote and carry out details for events and clinics

Raise awareness of adult & childhood immunizations

Develop educational material on immunizations

Educate the community on immunization availability

Reminder calls to patients

Communicate with local health care providers to complete various projects

Assist Clinic Coordinator on clinic days by verifying insurance, updating CHIRP and scheduling appointments

Attend off-site clinics

Attend monthly meetings and give progress reports

High school diploma or GED.

Valid Driver's License

Working knowledge of department standard office policies and procedures and ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of interrelated processes, tasks and operations. Customer Service, oral and written communication, computer skills and ability to analyze data.

Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and ability to type with speed and accuracy and properly operate a variety of standard office equipment, including computer, calculator, fax machine, copier, scanner, and telephone.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, work alone and with others in a team environment with general supervision.

Ability to work on several tasks at the same time and complete assignments effectively amidst frequent distractions and interruptions, often under time pressure and with accuracy.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, the general public, Indiana State Department of Health, hospital personnel, various Tippecanoe County offices, Public schools, Medical providers, and Division of Family and Children.

Incumbent follows an approved upon hourly schedule Monday through Friday, except on holidays. Performs standard duties and makes accurate decisions based on well-established guidelines, with priorities determined by deadlines and service needs of the public.

Maintains frequent contact with co-workers, other Tippecanoe County departments, Indiana State Department of Health, hospital and medical personnel, public schools, and the public for the purpose of educating and raising awareness of adult and influenza immunizations.

Incumbent reports directly to Grant Supervisor.

Incumbent performs duties in a standard office environment, which may involve sitting for long periods, frequent standing and sitting. Bending at waist and crouching/kneeling while lifting/carrying objects weighing 25 pounds or less. Close vision and hearing sounds/communication.