Public Health Educator (Antimicrobial Stewardship Outreach Coordinator)

Date: Dec 11, 2023Location:

Chicago, IL, US, 60603

Job Requisition ID: 31575

Agency: Department of Public Health

Office: Policy, Planning & Statistics

Division: Patient Safety

Posting ID: 26-24-0074
Posted: 12/12/2023-12/26/2023
Salary: $5.456 - $8,140/Month
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUSTapply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number:

26-24-0074

Agency Marketing Statement

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $600 million in state and federal funds, 7 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,100 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is seeking a highly motivated individual to provide project management for Antimicrobial Stewardship projects and initiatives. Oversees design and implementation of educational programs and campaigns for Antimicrobial Stewardship. Works to integrate, enhance, and expand Antimicrobial Stewardship best practices across all healthcare settings. Develops, implements, and evaluates activities for Antibiotic Awareness Week. Serves as programmatic point of contact and lead for Antimicrobial Stewardship-related grants. Develops, compiles, and disseminates Antimicrobial Stewardship resources. Participates in developing and managing grants.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides project management for initiatives to promote appropriate antimicrobial prescribing and use in Illinois.
• Develops and implements Antimicrobial Stewardship communication campaigns and educational programs.
• Develops, compiles, and disseminates resources on appropriate antimicrobial use for professional and lay audiences.
• Participates in developing and managing grants for the HAI/AR program.
• Solicits interns and fellows for Antimicrobial Stewardship projects.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a master's degree in Public Health education or related area or requires certification as a certified health education specialist by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing.
• Requires one-year professional experience in Public Health education or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of direct work experience in developing, planning, and implementing projects or collaboratives in a Public Health, community, or healthcare organization.
• Two years of experience managing multiple projects, prioritizing, and adapting to evolving needs with high attention to deadlines.
• Two years of experience developing written products and oral presentations for professional audiences.
• Two years of experience collecting, managing, analyzing, and presenting data.
• One year of professional experience with REDCap.

Employment Conditions

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires the ability to travel.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30-5:00
Work Location: 122 S Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60603-6191

Agency Contact Email: DPH.HRApplications@illinois.gov

Phone #: 217-785-2031

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Revolving Door:

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during
State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

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State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $5,456.00 - $8,140.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person