Total 4 job vacancies by Grand Traverse County

Grand Traverse County is a team of passionate and incredible people who are committed to providing responsive, effective quality service to our up-north community.  We strive to be a leader in innovative, effective, collaborative, and sustainable county government.  We offer stable work environments and competitive salaries to both full- time and part-time employees.  Understanding the many challenges facing today’s professionals and families, we offer a competitive compensation package including an impressive list of benefits and time off.

Job Description:

The Community Development Coordinator (CDC) will play a crucial role in fostering positive change, growth, and well-being within our community. Under general supervision, this position coordinates all planning project review processes and serves as the liaison for the County departments, local units of government, and others to disseminate information related to ongoing community development projects and requests. The CDC reports to the County Administrator and will assist in the implementation of the policies of the Grand Traverse Board of Commissioners.

Serves as contact with the community and County staff on all process issues; disseminates, coordinates, and provides information regarding County development requirements and various incentive opportunities; responds to questions and provides explanation of relevant ordinances and rules related to community development for the public, consultants, developers, builders and other County staff as requested; establishes and maintains lines of communication and provides an integrated information network.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but are not limited to the following)

Interacts with the public, local municipalities, County departments, and others, to obtain and provide information and assistance in a variety of circumstances. Accurately, promptly, and diplomatically responds to requests for information and assistance. Communicates orally and in writing with the public, outside agencies, coworkers, and other County personnel providing accurate technical information and recommendations.

Community Engagement:

• Responsible for managing, community surveys, administering, and coordinating all aspects of major and complex planning projects ensuring coordination of all phases of planning, implementation, and management of projects through coordination with all County departments in the development review process.
• Develop and implement strategies to actively engage community members in local development initiatives.
• Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and events to encourage participation and collaboration among residents.
• Have a working knowledge of ordinances and permitting processes of local municipalities.

Project Management:

• Oversee various community development projects, ensuring they align with the county's growth objectives and are executed efficiently.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including local government, businesses, and non-profit organizations, to identify and prioritize development opportunities.
• Proficiently monitor various projects’ permits through the GTC EPIC-GT portal.

Grant Writing and Fundraising:

• Research and identify funding opportunities from government grants, foundations, and other sources to support community development projects.

• Prepare and submit grant proposals, manage grant budgets, and explore innovative fundraising avenues related to community development.

​Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Collect and analyze data related to community demographics, needs, and resources.
• Prepare regular reports on community development activities and outcomes, providing insights to inform decision-making.

Partnership Building:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with local organizations, businesses, and government entities to foster collaboration and resource-sharing.
• Seek out and establish partnerships that enhance the county's capacity for sustainable growth.
• Coordinate construction-related permitting with various county departments and local government agencies.

Education and Outreach:

• Develop educational programs and resources to empower residents with knowledge about community development, sustainable practices, and local opportunities.
• Implement outreach initiatives to ensure information is accessible to all members of the community
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, FORMAL TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE (minimum requirements)

• Bachelor's degree in community development, urban planning, public administration, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in community development, project management, or a related role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Familiarity with rural development challenges and opportunities.
• Proficient in data analysis and report writing.
• Grant writing and fundraising experience is highly desirable.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES

Requires AICP certification, a valid driver's license, personal vehicle insurance and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the County's Vehicle policy.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (minimum requirements - legal or contractual pre-employment obligations and/or requirements, such as drug testing, background check, etc.)

A background check may be required initially and periodically for an individual hired, transferred, reclassified, promoted, or currently working in this job. Appointment to or continued employment in this job is contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include but is not limited to confirmation of a person’s identity; review of criminal conviction records; verification of educational degree, license, or certificate required for the position; review of Department of Motor Vehicles records; Department of Justice fingerprint scan; and/or drug and alcohol testing as required and allowable by law. A satisfactory background check is defined as the absence of a criminal history record that bears a demonstrable relationship to the applicant's or employee's suitability to perform the required duties and responsibilities of the position.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Work involves the development of new guidelines and techniques, establishing criteria or developing new information where guidelines may not exist for all situations and considerable independent judgment, personal discretion, and resourcefulness are needed to interpret circumstances, and to make decisions in major areas where there may be uncertainty in approach, methodology, and interpretation. Errors at this level could lead to extraordinary costs, major litigation, destruction of property, loss of funding, or failure of the agency to accomplish its mission and may require the intervention of the County’s senior executives to resolve or may not be resolvable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to climb or balance; reach with hands and arms; sit; stand; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk and hear; smell; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• May occasionally be required to lift/move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee may be required to travel in his or her own vehicle. 
• Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, COMPETENCIES (minimum requirements)

• Advanced proficiency in English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and simple mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, etc.
• Skill in the use of personal computer software, including spreadsheet development and word processing.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with customers, co-workers, and representatives of other agencies.
• Skilled in researching and resolving problems to ensure compliance.
• Ability to comprehend, process, and apply both verbal and written skills appropriate to the job. Consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment.
• Ability to accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries. 
• Ability to use County resources effectively and efficiently. 
• Ability to comprehend, process and apply both verbal and written skills appropriate to the job.
• Ability to apply and tactfully enforce complex rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.

Compensation:

Grand Traverse County is a great place to live, work and play. Come join our team and experience what northern Michigan is all about, apply today!

You really should see what we have to offer: 

• Medical: The County offers employees a high-deductible plan through Priority Health. To help cover the cost of the deductible, Grand Traverse County will deposit a contribution amount up to $2,000 into an employee Health Savings Account every year.  You may also direct deposit funds into this account every pay period.
• Vision: The County provides a no cost plan for employees. We also offer an enhanced plan through EyeMed.  
• Dental: Our dental insurance provider is Delta Dental. You will pay no costs or premium for diagnostic and cleaning services. 
• Wellness: Grand Traverse County is committed to creating a culture of health. We provide a variety of incentives and programs that allow you to live a healthy lifestyle. 
• Employee Recognition: We highly value our employees, which we show by providing our employees awards and recognition throughout the year, and on anniversary dates.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Employees are reimbursed up to $5,250 annually for enrollment in courses at an accredited college, university, or trade school. 
• Vacation: Grand Traverse County provides a generous amount of vacation days to benefitted employees so you can spend time with family and friends. 
• Holidays: The County gives you 12 days a year to celebrate holidays. Beyond these 12 days, you will receive additional floating holidays to use at your discretion. 
• Personal Leave: Employees receive up to 64 hours annually depending on contract, to use for appointments, take care of family needs and other personal reasons. Employees are paid every year for unused personal leave up to 40 hours. 
• Parental Leave: Employees may take up to 6 months of leave to begin at birth or date of adoption of their child. 
• Retirement: Grand Traverse County offers a defined contribution through MERS. The plan includes a generous match that fully vests after 6 years of employment. We also offer a deferred compensation 457b Plan.  
• Life Insurance: Benefitted employees automatically receive life insurance. 
• Short Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays two thirds of your salary or wages for a maximum of 182 days.
• Long Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays 60 percent of your salary or wages for a maximum of 24 months.

Grand Traverse County is a team of passionate and incredible people who are committed to providing responsive, effective quality service to our up-north community.  We strive to be a leader in innovative, effective, collaborative, and sustainable county government.  We offer stable work environments and competitive salaries to both full- time and part-time employees.  Understanding the many challenges facing today’s professionals and families, we offer a competitive compensation package including an impressive list of benefits and time off.

Job Description:

Primary function of the job is to provide professional social work services to individuals and families with health problems who require other human service interventions. A Social Worker assigned to the Maternal Infant Health Program will focus on services to pregnant, postpartum, infants, and families. A Social Worker assigned to the Child and Adolescent Health Clinics will focus on the patient population between 10-21 years of age. There is no formal supervisory role, however, the employee works as part of a multi-disciplinary team and are responsible for ensuring the clinic meets its minimum objectives. Employees must meet the minimum requirements, conditions of employment, and be able to perform successfully all essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. This position may require irregular hours. This position may require travel by the employee in the employee's own vehicle.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but are not limited to the following):

• Provides clinical services of mental health including: social, emotional, physical and mental impairments, general health status, and financial concerns; diagnosis; treatment planning; and psychotherapy. Knows to make referrals when client is beyond the scope of practice.
• Provides crisis intervention counseling as needed.
• Provide services to individuals, their families, and in group therapy as needed. May also provide educational presentations to groups about mental health.
• Acts as a health advocate for individuals, families and the community.
• Demonstrates knowledge of community resources and makes referrals to community agencies.
• Prepares, updates, and maintains clinical and billing records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Complies with privacy and security laws (HIPAA), Federal, State, and Agency policies, and procedures.
• Collaborates with other providers, multi-disciplinary teams, peer reviews, and community agencies to ensure coordination of care.
• Supports immunization recommendations.
• Participates in continuing education programs and self-directed education to keep skills and knowledge current.
• Demonstrates appropriate communication skills in addressing co-workers, community members and partners, and clients.
• Demonstrates basic computer skills and willingness to adapt to new software programs as indicated.
• Demonstrates dependable and reliable attendance patterns.
• Participates in trainings, drills, investigations, and team responses to public health emergencies and bioterrorism events.
• Participates in Community Health Outreach activities and events.
• All other duties as assigned or delegated

EDUCATION, FORMAL TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE (minimum requirements)

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited institution required master’s prepared Social Worker or Counselor required
• Minimum one year experience as a Social Worker with service to families
• Minimum three to five years providing counseling, therapy, and crisis intervention services
• Minimum one to two years of experience working with adolescents preferably in a community based or school linked/based clinic

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES

Candidates applying should posses any of the following credentials;

• Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW) or Limited License Bachelor of Social Work (LLBSW)
• Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) or Limited License Masters Social Work (LLMSW)
• Requires a valid driver's license and personal vehicle insurance and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the County's vehicle policy.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (minimum requirements - legal or contractual preemployment obligations and/or requirements, such as drug testing, background check, etc.)

A background check may be required initially and periodically for an individual hired, transferred, reclassified, promoted, or currently working in this job. Appointment to or continued employment in this job is contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include but is not limited to: confirmation of a person's’ identity; review of criminal conviction records; verification of educational degree, license, or certificate required for the position; review of Department of Motor Vehicles records; Department of Justice fingerprint scan; and/or drug and alcohol testing as required and allowable by law. A satisfactory background check is defined as the absence of a criminal history record which bears a demonstrable relationship to the applicant's or employee's suitability to perform the required duties and responsibilities of the position.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Work involves evaluating the relevance and importance of theories, concepts, and principles to develop different approaches or tactical plans to fit specific circumstances where guidelines may not exist but are flexible and open to considerable interpretation. Analytic skills are needed to interpret and apply guidelines. Errors at this level could cause serious, but short-term consequences involving significant financial impact or cost, reduced service to the public, and/or strong negative citizen reaction requiring intervention from a higher- level manager and could impact others outside of the department. This job is not part of a series. This job is not part of a series.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Work is performed in an office, home, or school environment.
• May be required to reach with hands and arms; sit; stand; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• May occasionally be required to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases and/or criminal suspects or prison inmates

ORGANIZATIONAL KEY COMPETENCIES

All Grand Traverse County Health Department employees are expected to provide professional preventative health services in a compassionate, efficient, progressive, comprehensive, and holistic manner.

Additionally, all Grand Traverse County employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the following values:

• Serve with Integrity

• Be Innovative

• Be Accountable

• Engage the Team

• Provide Service

• Be Transparent

COMPETENCIES

Position specific Key Competencies for Public Health Professionals, also known as Core Competencies, are a consensus set of skills for the broad practice of public health, as defined by the 10 Essential Public Health Services:

Analytical/Assessment Skills

• Describes factors affecting the health of the community
• Explains how community health assessments use information about health status, factors influencing health, assets, and resources
• Use quantitative and qualitative data
• Describes assets and resources that can be used for improving the health of the community
• Describes how evidence (e.g., data, findings reported in peer-reviewed literature, evidenced based practices) is used in decision making
• Make evidenced-based decisions using data and other information
• Apply ethical principles on the use of data and information
• Advocate for the use of evidence
• Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, using, maintaining, and disseminating data and information

Policy Development/Program Planning Skills

• Contributes to community health improvement planning
• Contributes to implementation of organizational strategic plan
• Contributes to the development of program goals and objectives
• Identifies current trends affecting the health of the community
• Implements policies, programs, and services
• Explains the importance of evaluations for improving policies, programs, and service
• Applies strategies for continuous quality improvement

Communication Skills

• Identifies the literacy of populations served (e.g., ability to obtain, interpret, and use health and other information, social media literacy)
• Communicates in writing and orally with linguistic and cultural proficiency
• Solicits input from individuals and organizations for improving the health of a community
• Conveys data and information to professionals and the public using a variety of approaches
• Communicates information to influence behavior and improve health
• Describes the roles of governmental public health, health care, and other partners in improving the health of a community

Cultural Competency Skills

• Describes the concept of diversity as it applies to individuals, populations, and the community served
• Recognizes and addresses the diversity in individuals and populations when developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, programs, and services that affect the health of the community
• Describes the effects of policies, programs, and services on different populations in the community

Community Dimensions of Practice Skills

• Describes the programs and services provided by governmental and nongovernmental organizations to improve the health of a community recognizes, suggests, and supports relationships that affect and are needed to support health in the community
• Provides input for developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services
• Uses assets and resources to improve health in a community
• Informs the public about policies, programs, and resources that improve health in a community
• May collaborate in community-based participatory research

Public Health Sciences Skills

• Be able to describe prominent events in public health history
• Retrieves evidence from multiple sources to support decision making
• Recognizes limitations of evidence (e.g., validity, reliability, sample size, bias, generalizability)
• Describes evidence used in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services

Financial Planning and Management Skills

• Adheres to organizational policies and procedures
• Describes how teams achieve program performance standards and measures
• Motivates colleagues for the purpose of achieving program and organization goals

Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills

• Incorporates ethical standards of practice into all interactions
• Describes public health as part of a larger inter-related system of organizations work together or individually to impact the health of populations at local, national, and global levels
• Collaborates in developing a vision for a healthy community (e.g. emphasis on prevention, health equity for all, excellence, and innovation)
• Advocates for the role of public health in population health
• Participates in professional development opportunities

Compensation:

Grand Traverse County is a great place to live, work and play. Come join our team and experience what northern Michigan is all about, apply today!

You really should see what we have to offer: 

• Medical: The County offers employees a high-deductible plan through Priority Health. To help cover the cost of the deductible, Grand Traverse County will deposit a contribution amount up to $2,000 into an employee Health Savings Account every year.  You may also direct deposit funds into this account every pay period.
• Vision: The County provides a no cost plan for employees. We also offer an enhanced plan through EyeMed.  
• Dental: Our dental insurance provider is Delta Dental. You will pay no costs or premium for diagnostic and cleaning services. 
• Wellness: Grand Traverse County is committed to creating a culture of health. We provide a variety of incentives and programs that allow you to live a healthy lifestyle. 
• Employee Recognition: We highly value our employees, which we show by providing our employees awards and recognition throughout the year, and on anniversary dates.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Employees are reimbursed up to $5,250 annually for enrollment in courses at an accredited college, university, or trade school. 
• Vacation: Grand Traverse County provides a generous amount of vacation days to benefitted employees so you can spend time with family and friends. 
• Holidays: The County gives you 12 days a year to celebrate holidays. Beyond these 12 days, you will receive additional floating holidays to use at your discretion. 
• Personal Leave: Employees receive up to 64 hours annually depending on contract, to use for appointments, take care of family needs and other personal reasons. Employees are paid every year for unused personal leave up to 40 hours. 
• Parental Leave: Employees may take up to 6 months of leave to begin at birth or date of adoption of their child. 
• Retirement: Grand Traverse County offers a defined contribution through MERS. The plan includes a generous match that fully vests after 6 years of employment. We also offer a deferred compensation 457b Plan.  
• Life Insurance: Benefitted employees automatically receive life insurance. 
• Short Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays two thirds of your salary or wages for a maximum of 182 days.
• Long Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays 60 percent of your salary or wages for a maximum of 24 months.

Grand Traverse County is a team of passionate and incredible people who are committed to providing responsive, effective quality service to our up-north community.  We strive to be a leader in innovative, effective, collaborative, and sustainable county government.  We offer stable work environments and competitive salaries to both full- time and part-time employees.  Understanding the many challenges facing today’s professionals and families, we offer a competitive compensation package including an impressive list of benefits and time off.

Job Description:

Under direction of the Family Court Judge and Family Court Administrator, plans and provides juvenile services to divert youth from becoming involved in the juvenile justice system, and attempts to address emotional and behavioral concerns by utilizing community resources. This position specializes in community outreach and coordinates community service programs for all youth under Court supervision. 

Employees must meet the minimum requirements, conditions of employment, and be able to successfully perform all essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

This position may require irregular hours.  It may also require travel by the employee in the employee's own vehicle.  May be required to work on-call in an emergency.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but are not limited to the following)

• Provides preventative services to juveniles and families who have been referred to the Grand Traverse County Diversion Program. Includes support group facilitation.
• Coordinates with and makes referrals to community resources to provide services to youth in diversion.
• Performs intake and assessment of referred youth.
• Develops diversion contracts with youth and their families.
• Monitors and works with the youth and families on fulfilling diversion contracts.
• Maintains contact with school personnel.
• May be required to testify in court proceedings.
• Carries a probation caseload as needed in special circumstances.
• Compiles and prepares data and statistics on the diversion program.
• Coordinates community service programs for all youth in diversion and under court jurisdiction
• Assists the Probation Officers with coordinating activities, reports, and case management of program participants.
• Reports directly to the Senior Probation Officer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, FORMAL TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE (minimum requirements)

• Bachelor's Degree (Master’s preferred) in social work, criminal justice, psychology or a related human services field.
• More than 1 year experience working with juveniles
• Required training shall be completed within six months of hire.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (minimum requirements - legal or contractual pre- employment obligations and/or requirements, such as drug testing, background check, etc.)

A background check will be required initially and periodically for an individual hired, transferred, reclassified, promoted, or currently working in this job. Appointment to or continued employment in this job is contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include but is not limited to: confirmation of a persons’ identity; review of criminal conviction records; verification of educational degree, license, or certificate required for the position; review of Department of Motor Vehicles records; Department of Justice fingerprint scan; and/or drug and alcohol testing as required and allowable by law. A satisfactory background check is defined as the absence of a criminal history record which bears a demonstrable relationship to the applicant's or employee's suitability to perform the required duties and responsibilities of the position.

May be required to serve in an “on-call” capacity.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Work involves evaluating the relevance and importance of theories, concepts, and principles and developing different approaches or tactical plans to fit specific circumstances. Guidelines may exist but are flexible and open to considerable interpretation requiring independent judgment, personal discretion, and resourcefulness are needed to interpret and apply guidelines. Errors at this level could cause serious, long-term consequences involving substantial financial costs, significantly reduced service to the public, and/or negative media reaction, affect others outside of a department and may require the intervention of a supervisor to resolve.

Compared to Chief Probation Officer classification does not have supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• May occasionally work in an outdoor environment with potential exposure to weather-related heat and cold, rain, wind, and related elements.
• May be required to reach with hands and arms; sit; stand; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• May occasionally be required to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases and/or criminal suspects or prison inmates.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, COMPETENCIES (minimum requirements)

• Proficiency in English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and simple mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, etc.
• General knowledge of Circuit Court, Family Division statutory and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge and ability to use a personal computer to prepare reports, maintain records, search for and compile data
• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with customers, co-workers, and representatives of other agencies.
• Skill in operation of modern office equipment such as personal computer, facsimile, copiers, scanners, and telephones.
• Appropriately and effectively represent the Court and County at a variety of community events and activities in support of positive public relations initiatives and develop liaison relationships between the community and the Court/County.
• Skill in researching and resolving problems to ensure compliance
• Ability to assess and provide guidance within area of specialized knowledge
• Ability to interpret and explain policies, processes, regulations, and applicable laws within area of expertise in layman’s terms
• Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment
• Ability to think analytically and apply sound judgment, solve problems, make effective decisions, and act with integrity
• Ability to facilitate meetings effectively and efficiently
• Ability to effectively assess and guide both individuals and their families in their area of expertise
• Ability to comprehend, process and apply both verbal and written skills appropriate to the job
• Ability to accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Ability to use County resources effectively and efficiently

Compensation:

Grand Traverse County is a great place to live, work and play. Come join our team and experience what northern Michigan is all about, apply today!

You really should see what we have to offer: 

• Medical: The County offers employees a high-deductible plan through Priority Health. To help cover the cost of the deductible, Grand Traverse County will deposit a contribution amount up to $2,000 into an employee Health Savings Account every year.  You may also direct deposit funds into this account every pay period.
• Vision: The County provides a no cost plan for employees. We also offer an enhanced plan through EyeMed.  
• Dental: Our dental insurance provider is Delta Dental. You will pay no costs or premium for diagnostic and cleaning services. 
• Wellness: Grand Traverse County is committed to creating a culture of health. We provide a variety of incentives and programs that allow you to live a healthy lifestyle. 
• Employee Recognition: We highly value our employees, which we show by providing our employees awards and recognition throughout the year, and on anniversary dates.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Employees are reimbursed up to $5,250 annually for enrollment in courses at an accredited college, university, or trade school. 
• Vacation: Grand Traverse County provides a generous amount of vacation days to benefitted employees so you can spend time with family and friends. 
• Holidays: The County gives you 12 days a year to celebrate holidays. Beyond these 12 days, you will receive additional floating holidays to use at your discretion. 
• Personal Leave: Employees receive up to 64 hours annually depending on contract, to use for appointments, take care of family needs and other personal reasons. Employees are paid every year for unused personal leave up to 40 hours. 
• Parental Leave: Employees may take up to 6 months of leave to begin at birth or date of adoption of their child. 
• Retirement: Grand Traverse County offers a defined contribution through MERS. The plan includes a generous match that fully vests after 6 years of employment. We also offer a deferred compensation 457b Plan.  
• Life Insurance: Benefitted employees automatically receive life insurance. 
• Short Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays two thirds of your salary or wages for a maximum of 182 days.
• Long Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays 60 percent of your salary or wages for a maximum of 24 months.

Grand Traverse County is a team of passionate and incredible people who are committed to providing responsive, effective quality service to our up-north community.  We strive to be a leader in innovative, effective, collaborative, and sustainable county government.  We offer stable work environments and competitive salaries to both full- time and part-time employees.  Understanding the many challenges facing today’s professionals and families, we offer a competitive compensation package including an impressive list of benefits and time off.

Job Description:

Primary function of the job is to provide foot care and medication management services to clients who will benefit from these services. This includes identification of clients who will benefit from this program through a myriad of resources and referrals. She/he is expected to function as part of a team and is responsible for ensuring that the team meets its objectives.

Employees must meet the minimum requirements, conditions of employment, and be able to successfully perform all essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

This position may require irregular hours.  This position will require travel by the employee in the employee's own vehicle

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but are not limited to the following)

• Provides foot care to include: Nail cutting, foot massage to improve circulation and mobility, and corn and callous care.
• Performs client evaluation to identify risk factors and foot problems
• Provides education regarding daily foot care.
• Contacts the primary care provider or podiatrist for any foot problems that threaten skin or nail integrity.
• Performs reconciliation, monitoring, and evaluation of medications a client takes to assure compliance with prescribed medication regimen. Ensures potentially dangerous drug interactions and other complications are avoided.
• Performs client evaluation to identify the safest process that will ensure client takes the correct medication and dose at prescribed times with the possible use of a medication dispenser.
• Communicates with physician/practitioner offices and pharmacies as needed.
• Conducts medication review and reconciliation at each medication management visit.
• Prepares and tests for PT/INR ratios and capillary blood glucose readings.
• Monitors vital signs as needed.
• Monitors and maintains appropriates levels of supplies and materials in support of the nursing activities.
• Collaborates with supervisors regarding referrals to external providers and community resources.
• Maintains client database and completes timely visit documentation using the MedSYS system.
• Interacts with clients, monitors client situation and environment, and reports all potentially harmful or unusual situations to a supervisor.
• Participates in staff meetings, training sessions, and/or other related meetings.

EDUCATION, FORMAL TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE (minimum requirements)

• Graduate of an accredited School for Practical Nursing
• One to two years of experience with direct client contact as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a community health setting (Personal Health Assignment) preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES

• Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Michigan in good standing and without restrictions
• Requires a valid driver's license and personal vehicle insurance and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the County's Vehicle policy.
• May require NAPNES pharmacology certification

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (minimum requirements - legal or contractual pre- employment obligations and/or requirements, such as drug testing, background check, etc.)

A background check may be required initially and periodically for an individual hired, transferred, reclassified, promoted, or currently working in this job. Appointment to or continued employment in this job is contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include, but is not limited to: confirmation of a persons’ identity; review of criminal conviction records; verification of educational degree, license, or certificate required for the position; review of Department of Motor Vehicles records; Department of Justice fingerprint scan; and/or drug and alcohol testing as required and allowable by law. A satisfactory background check is defined as the absence of a criminal history record which bears a demonstrable relationship to the applicant's or employee's suitability to perform the required duties and responsibilities of the position.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Work involves evaluating the relevance and importance of theories, concepts, and principles to develop different approaches or tactical plans to fit specific circumstances where guidelines may not exist, but are flexible and open to considerable interpretation. Independent judgment, personal discretion, and resourcefulness are needed to interpret and apply guidelines. Errors at this level could cause serious, long-term consequences involving substantial financial costs, significantly reduced service to the public, and/or negative media reaction and could impact others outside of a department and may require the intervention of an agency head to resolve.

Requires a licensure as a practical nurse by the State of Michigan, and is regulated by the complexity of health issues handled.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to climb or balance; reach with hands and arms; sit; stand; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear; smell; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Position occasionally works in an outdoor environment with exposure to weather-related heat and cold, rain, wind, and related elements.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, criminal suspects or prison inmates.
• May occasionally be required to lift/move up to 50 pounds.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, COMPETENCIES (minimum requirements)

• Proficiency in English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and simple mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, etc.
• Knowledge and ability to use a variety of home laboratory testing equipment
• General knowledge and ability to use a personal computer to prepare reports, maintain records, search for and compile data
• Some skill in operation of modern office equipment such as personal computer, facsimile, copiers, scanners and telephones
• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with customers, co-workers, and representatives of other agencies.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment
• Ability to apply sound judgment, solve problems, make effective decisions, and act with integrity
• Ability to comprehend, process and apply both verbal and written skills appropriate to the job
• Ability to accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Ability to use County resources effectively and efficiently

Compensation:

Grand Traverse County is a great place to live, work and play. Come join our team and experience what northern Michigan is all about, apply today!

You really should see what we have to offer: 

• Medical: The County offers employees a high-deductible plan through Priority Health. To help cover the cost of the deductible, Grand Traverse County will deposit a contribution amount up to $2,000 into an employee Health Savings Account every year.  You may also direct deposit funds into this account every pay period.
• Vision: The County provides a no cost plan for employees. We also offer an enhanced plan through EyeMed.  
• Dental: Our dental insurance provider is Delta Dental. You will pay no costs or premium for diagnostic and cleaning services. 
• Wellness: Grand Traverse County is committed to creating a culture of health. We provide a variety of incentives and programs that allow you to live a healthy lifestyle. 
• Employee Recognition: We highly value our employees, which we show by providing our employees awards and recognition throughout the year, and on anniversary dates.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Employees are reimbursed up to $5,250 annually for enrollment in courses at an accredited college, university, or trade school. 
• Vacation: Grand Traverse County provides a generous amount of vacation days to benefitted employees so you can spend time with family and friends. 
• Holidays: The County gives you 12 days a year to celebrate holidays. Beyond these 12 days, you will receive additional floating holidays to use at your discretion. 
• Personal Leave: Employees receive up to 64 hours annually depending on contract, to use for appointments, take care of family needs and other personal reasons. Employees are paid every year for unused personal leave up to 40 hours. 
• Parental Leave: Employees may take up to 6 months of leave to begin at birth or date of adoption of their child. 
• Retirement: Grand Traverse County offers a defined contribution through MERS. The plan includes a generous match that fully vests after 6 years of employment. We also offer a deferred compensation 457b Plan.  
• Life Insurance: Benefitted employees automatically receive life insurance. 
• Short Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays two thirds of your salary or wages for a maximum of 182 days.
• Long Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays 60 percent of your salary or wages for a maximum of 24 months.