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Starting Pay Rate Range

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Job Summary

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends)

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions:
Utilizes the ANA Nursing Process (2010) to perform the following functions:

• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the Healthcare consumer’s health and/or the situation.
• Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or the issues.
• Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the Healthcare consumer of the situation.
• Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes.
• Implements the identified plan. Ensures patient progression along plan.
• Coordination of Care – coordinates care delivery.
• Health Teaching and Health Promotion – employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment.
• Consultation – the advanced practice registered nurse and the nursing role specialist provide consultation to influence the identified plan, enhance the abilities of others and effect change.
• Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.

Follows the ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2010):

• Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice
• Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice
• Evaluates one’s own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations
• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues
• Collaborates with patient, family and others in the conduct of nursing practice
• Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice
• Integrates research findings into practice
• Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services
• Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession
• Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner
• Supports purpose, vision, and values of Monument Health.
• Practices within the legal scope of a Registered Professional Nurse as outlined by the state in which employment occurs and delivers competent care consistent with standards / policies, laws, regulators/accreditation/certifying organizations.
• Abides by the Provisions of the Code of Ethics for Nurses (ANA 2010).

Proficiently uses applicable technology and software to:

• Support and document nursing activities and patient care.
• Access other work-related applications necessary to be an engaged and active associate of the organization, such as company email, iLearn modules, employee engagement surveys, benefits and compensation information, and policies and procedures.
• Continuously seeks out opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative problem solving.
• All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:
Education - Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing
Certifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing

Preferred:
Experience - 5+ years of Registered Nurse Experience
Education - Bachelors degree in Nursing

Job Category

Job Family

Department

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Shift

Employee Type

Make a difference.  Every day.

Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Description:

Heber Valley

Scope
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate physical therapy care to the following: Neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
 

Job Essentials

• Maintains current knowledge of standard physical therapy practices for various patient populations.
• Provides competent services including treatment. Performs subjective and objective evaluation according to diagnosis, past history, and physician referral while developing a plan of care with appropriate goals and objectives based on patient evaluation. Effectively maintains established department/service line productivity standards.
• Maintains appropriate documentation for each patient in a complete, thorough, and timely manner in accordance with regulatory, facility, and department requirements. May assist in preparing patient billing in an accurate and timely manner.
• Appropriately communicates with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff regarding patient's needs, abilities, and goals. Ensures smooth facility and department operations. Effectively utilizes rehabilitation services with optimum patient care and response.
• Responsible for all aspects of patient care and education for assigned patients including supervision of all services provided by physical therapy assistants, aides, office staff, and students; ensures consistent high-quality patient care.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities in accordance with established guidelines. Seeks opportunities for new and continual learning. Promotes and provides for continuing education for staff.
• Actively participates in the quality improvement process which may include maintaining and operating physical therapy equipment safely and in accordance with established indications, facility and manufacturer procedure for operations. Responsible for outcome input. Responsible to continually improve clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. May assist in utilization review audits.
• May assist manager with department operational oversight (e.g., schedules, mentoring, supplies, equipment, department budgets).
• Actively participates in program development and marketing strategies to enhance the physical therapy programs referral base and development of department goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state Physical Therapist license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical background experience in a healthcare setting.
• Possess skill sets and experience with target population of job setting.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Job Details

• Full time in Heber
• Benefits Eligible

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Squatting/Kneeling, Standing, and Walking

Anticipated job posting close date:

Location:

Work City:

Work State:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Description:

Job Essentials:

• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Performs Nuclear Medicine examinations per departmental protocol.
• Familiar with the ALARA program and follows proper radiation safety protocol.
• Uses proper protection and badges.
• Proper handling of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Ensures that the appropriate radioactive material is given to the correct patient through the proper route for imaging and treatment purposes.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Understands and operates all nuclear medicine equipment and related information systems appropriately to ensure quality images are produced.
• Exhibits understanding and proficiency with electronic imaging. Incumbent will be able to view, transfer and manipulate images.
• Prepare, calculate and measure radiopharmaceuticals for all nuclear medicine procedures.
• Follows all regulations of the Utah Division of Radiation Control and NRC license and any other regulatory agencies governing the use of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Document radioactive materials entering or leaving the department; store and maintain materials according to safety guidelines; and dispose of materials after they have decayed to a level considered to be environmentally safe.
• Assists in maintaining records and logs required by Joint Commission, the State of Utah and the Imaging department.
• Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Board certified through Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board or American Registry Radiologic Technologists Board.
• Current License in state of practice.
• Basic Life support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• Complete the controlled substance module within six months of hire.
• Post-hire Expectation: Meet departmental IV certification competency requirement within three months of hire.
• Post-hire Expectation: Complete the controlled substance module within six months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine from an accredited institution with one year experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Seeing, Standing.

Anticipated job posting close date:

Location:

Work City:

Work State:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Description:

Physical Requirements:

Anticipated job posting close date:

Location:

Work City:

Work State:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Description:

Heber Valley Hospital Volunteers contribute to the success of the hospital by creating a warm and welcoming environment to our patients, visitors and caregivers. The Volunteer program asks for a six month commitment and a minimum of one shift per week. Volunteer opportunities include but are not limited to:

Greeter/Front Desk

Music

Pet Therapy

Physical Requirements:

Location:

Work City:

Work State:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Why Covenant Care?
Are you a Healthcare Warrior? Want a competitive, engaging job with great perks? Want a seat at the table to discuss strategy? Want to see your ideas put into action? Then you want to look closely at a career with Covenant Care.

Covenant Care is one of the largest non-profit providers of home health, hospice, memory, palliative and private duty care in the regions we serve. Our collaborative team of more than 600 physicians, nurses, aides, therapists and professional staff and volunteers serve patients and families in communities throughout Florida and Alabama. For more information, visit choosecovenant.org, or visit us on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.

Ready to join our family?
Our teammates enjoy a supportive environment and flexible schedule with advancement opportunities. Covenant Care’s engaging culture is founded upon mutual respect and trust. A place where employees feel valued and patients and residents feel the service is extraordinary. We recognize and celebrate the value of each teammate’s unique contributions and encourage a sense of ownership, sharing our mission with patients, families and our communities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Registered Nurse or Physician in performing specialized procedures and duties.

• Provides prescribed nursing care procedures to assigned clients.

• Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating client care in collaboration with an RN.

• Provides health teaching and assist the clients and families in learning self-care techniques.

• Communicates and documents findings in a factual, concise and timely manner per agency policy. 

• Documents services, client condition and response to treatment.

• Demonstrates safety precautions in compliance with OSHA, CHAP, and Federal and State standards.

• Prepares clinical and progress notes.

• Operates medical equipment correctly for client care.

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate client care.

• Obtains medical orders which are carried out promptly.

• Recognizes and communicates changes and potential client problems in a timely manner, utilizing the proper chain of command.

• Uses good hand washing and aseptic techniques.

• Performs client care duties proficiently and safely; administering medications, performing procedures and treatments per agency policy.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.

• Participates in the PI program by utilizing suggestion boxes, customer service, and brings matters to attention of management staff.

• Updates management regarding potential problems or concerns.  Also responsible for consulting with clinicians or managers as needed.

• Maintains an understanding of the company’s scope of services.

• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences as required.

• Submits clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.

• Maintains a professional image.

• Uses appropriate phone etiquette.

• Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client confidentiality at all times.

• Participates in call schedule according to needs of the agency.

• Participates in accreditation program.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Participates in in-service program.

Skills:

• Self-Starter – Takes initiative identifies needs of co-workers and customers and solves problems.

• Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

• Time Management – Managing one’s own time

• Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Writing – Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

• Critical Thinking – using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths ands weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Education/Experience:  

Graduate of an accredited LPN program required. Minimum one year nursing experience.  One year home care experience preferable

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:

Current LPN license in the State of Florida.  Current CPR certification.  Current driver’s license and valid auto insurance.  Completion of 25 CEU’s bi-annually. 

Working Conditions:

Office/Home Environment. May be exposed to biological hazards.

Contact the Human Resources Department at 850.365.9642 or email jobs@choosecovenant.org for more information. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Why Covenant Care?
Are you a Healthcare Warrior? Want a competitive, engaging job with great perks? Want a seat at the table to discuss strategy? Want to see your ideas put into action? Then you want to look closely at a career with Covenant Care.

Covenant Care is one of the largest non-profit providers of home health, hospice, memory, palliative and private duty care in the regions we serve. Our collaborative team of more than 600 physicians, nurses, aides, therapists and professional staff and volunteers serve patients and families in communities throughout Florida and Alabama. For more information, visit choosecovenant.org, or visit us on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.

Ready to join our family?
Our teammates enjoy a supportive environment and flexible schedule with advancement opportunities. Covenant Care’s engaging culture is founded upon mutual respect and trust. A place where employees feel valued and patients and residents feel the service is extraordinary. We recognize and celebrate the value of each teammate’s unique contributions and encourage a sense of ownership, sharing our mission with patients, families and our communities.

Position Description

Position:    Physical Therapist 

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing medically prescribed physical therapy to patients in the home in accordance with agency policies.  Participates in developing and implementing the plan of care with goals and documentation appropriate to discipline guidelines.  Provides supervision as needed to PTA per JCAHO/CHAP, Florida State and Federal practice act guidelines.

Qualifications:

BS degree and graduation from an accredited school of Physical Therapy required. Work experience of at least one year as a Physical Therapist. Able to prioritize and manage time effectively and make independent decisions when necessary. Current Florida Physical Therapist License.  CPR certification. Current driver’s license with access to an auto and required insurance coverage.

Job Relations:

Reports to:    Director of Clinical Services

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Performs physical therapy procedures, evaluations, resumption of care, admissions, and diagnostic tests on patients for whom these have been medically prescribed and establishes measurable goals.

Teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to patients and family members. Translates all exercises into functional activities or activities of daily living. Develops needed plan for modifying equipment, appliances, and the physical surroundings in patient’s home.

Interprets to the patient and family the implications of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the physician. Helps the family accept responsibility for providing care.

Provides families with information, support and encouragement to help motivate them in their progress.

Helps individuals and families to accept and adjust positively to physical, mental, and social limitations and identifies barriers to desired outcomes.

Evaluates client’s progress towards goals on an ongoing basis, making changes in the therapy program as necessary, under the physician’s direction. Teaches basic principles of good posture and body mechanics in relation to changing needs of individuals in all age groups.

Maintains necessary records. Demonstrates rehabilitation procedures and supportive activities on selected patients to nurses responsible for follow-up services.

Supervises home health aide if no other health care discipline is going to the patient’s home. Participates in the recertification process and interdisciplinary team conferences.

Completes OASIS assessments accurately at appropriate time points. Notes progress towards discharge planning.

Communicates with physician and other disciplines regarding discharge planning.

Participates in the agency PI process as evidenced by performing multidisciplinary chart audits, recording and reporting quality improvement data retrieved on a routine basis.

Displays willingness to discuss weaknesses and make improvements in job performance. 

Demonstrates the ability to be flexible with workflow, department needs and work hours.

Updates management regarding potential problems or concerns. 

Also responsible for consulting with clinicians or managers as needed.

Maintains an understanding of the company’s scope of services. Understands the infrastructure and how and where to transfer calls in the company.  

Maintains a professional image.

Uses appropriate phone etiquette. Understands the infrastructure of Covenant Home Health Care to appropriately transfer calls within the agency Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.

Participates in accreditation program.

Performs other duties as assigned

Special Demands/Physical Requirements:

Office/Home Environment. May be exposed to biological hazards. 

Contact the Human Resources Department at 850.365.9642 or email jobs@choosecovenant.org for more information. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Why Covenant Care?
Are you a Healthcare Warrior? Want a competitive, engaging job with great perks? Want a seat at the table to discuss strategy? Want to see your ideas put into action? Then you want to look closely at a career with Covenant Care.

Covenant Care is one of the largest non-profit providers of home health, hospice, memory, palliative and private duty care in the regions we serve. Our collaborative team of more than 600 physicians, nurses, aides, therapists and professional staff and volunteers serve patients and families in communities throughout Florida and Alabama. For more information, visit choosecovenant.org, or visit us on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.

Ready to join our family?
Our teammates enjoy a supportive environment and flexible schedule with advancement opportunities. Covenant Care’s engaging culture is founded upon mutual respect and trust. A place where employees feel valued and patients and residents feel the service is extraordinary. We recognize and celebrate the value of each teammate’s unique contributions and encourage a sense of ownership, sharing our mission with patients, families and our communities.

Position Description

Position:    Physical Therapist 

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing medically prescribed physical therapy to patients in the home in accordance with agency policies.  Participates in developing and implementing the plan of care with goals and documentation appropriate to discipline guidelines.  Provides supervision as needed to PTA per JCAHO/CHAP, Florida State and Federal practice act guidelines.

Qualifications:

BS degree and graduation from an accredited school of Physical Therapy required. Work experience of at least one year as a Physical Therapist. Able to prioritize and manage time effectively and make independent decisions when necessary. Current Florida Physical Therapist License.  CPR certification. Current driver’s license with access to an auto and required insurance coverage.

Job Relations:

Reports to:    Director of Clinical Services

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Performs physical therapy procedures, evaluations, resumption of care, admissions, and diagnostic tests on patients for whom these have been medically prescribed and establishes measurable goals.

Teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to patients and family members. Translates all exercises into functional activities or activities of daily living. Develops needed plan for modifying equipment, appliances, and the physical surroundings in patient’s home.

Interprets to the patient and family the implications of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the physician. Helps the family accept responsibility for providing care.

Provides families with information, support and encouragement to help motivate them in their progress.

Helps individuals and families to accept and adjust positively to physical, mental, and social limitations and identifies barriers to desired outcomes.

Evaluates client’s progress towards goals on an ongoing basis, making changes in the therapy program as necessary, under the physician’s direction. Teaches basic principles of good posture and body mechanics in relation to changing needs of individuals in all age groups.

Maintains necessary records. Demonstrates rehabilitation procedures and supportive activities on selected patients to nurses responsible for follow-up services.

Supervises home health aide if no other health care discipline is going to the patient’s home. Participates in the recertification process and interdisciplinary team conferences.

Completes OASIS assessments accurately at appropriate time points. Notes progress towards discharge planning.

Communicates with physician and other disciplines regarding discharge planning.

Participates in the agency PI process as evidenced by performing multidisciplinary chart audits, recording and reporting quality improvement data retrieved on a routine basis.

Displays willingness to discuss weaknesses and make improvements in job performance. 

Demonstrates the ability to be flexible with workflow, department needs and work hours.

Updates management regarding potential problems or concerns. 

Also responsible for consulting with clinicians or managers as needed.

Maintains an understanding of the company’s scope of services. Understands the infrastructure and how and where to transfer calls in the company.  

Maintains a professional image.

Uses appropriate phone etiquette. Understands the infrastructure of Covenant Home Health Care to appropriately transfer calls within the agency Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.

Participates in accreditation program.

Performs other duties as assigned

Special Demands/Physical Requirements:

Office/Home Environment. May be exposed to biological hazards. 

Contact the Human Resources Department at 850.365.9642 or email jobs@choosecovenant.org for more information. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Why Covenant Care?
Are you a Healthcare Warrior? Want a competitive, engaging job with great perks? Want a seat at the table to discuss strategy? Want to see your ideas put into action? Then you want to look closely at a career with Covenant Care.

Covenant Care is one of the largest non-profit providers of home health, hospice, memory, palliative and private duty care in the regions we serve. Our collaborative team of more than 600 physicians, nurses, aides, therapists and professional staff and volunteers serve patients and families in communities throughout Florida and Alabama. For more information, visit choosecovenant.org, or visit us on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.

Ready to join our family?
Our teammates enjoy a supportive environment and flexible schedule with advancement opportunities. Covenant Care’s engaging culture is founded upon mutual respect and trust. A place where employees feel valued and patients and residents feel the service is extraordinary. We recognize and celebrate the value of each teammate’s unique contributions and encourage a sense of ownership, sharing our mission with patients, families and our communities.

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing medically prescribed Occupational Therapy to clients in the home in accordance with agency policies. Participates in developing and implementing the plan of care with goals and documentation appropriate to discipline guidelines. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to perform evaluations, assessments, client care, and teaching specific to OT. Must be able to function as part of the team to promote quality care, as well as coordinating care and supervising other team members as needed. Able to adapt to unexpected/unusual situations and continue to function efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications:

1. BS degree and graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy required.

2. Work experience of at least one year as a occupational Therapist.

3. Able to prioritize and manage time effectively and make independent decisions when necessary.

4. Current Florida Occupational Therapist License.

5. CPR certification.

6. Current driver’s license with access to an auto and required insurance coverage.

Job Relations:

Reports to: Director of Clinical Services

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

A. Performs occupational therapy procedures and evaluations on clients for whom these have been medically prescribed and establishes measurable goals.

B. Teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients and family members.

C. Translates all exercises into functional activities or activities of daily living.

D. Develops needed plan for modifying equipment, appliances, and the physical surroundings in client’s home.

E. Confers periodically with the attending physicians regarding client’s progress. Reports to them the physical and emotional condition and reactions to treatment and interprets social and physical factors in the environment that affect client care.

F. Interprets to the client and family the implications of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the physician and evaluates progress toward outcomes.

G. Helps the family accept responsibility for providing care.

H. Helps individuals and families to accept and adjust positively to physical, mental, and social limitations.

I. Evaluates client’s progress towards goals on an ongoing basis, making changes in the therapy program as necessary, under the physician’s direction. Teaches basic principles of good posture and body mechanics in relation to changing needs of individuals in all age groups.

J. Maintains necessary records.

K. Provides advisory and consultation services to staff.

L. Develops and revises plan of care in collaboration with client/family, physician, and other team members.

M. Demonstrates rehabilitation procedures and supportive activities on selected clients to nurses responsible for follow-up services.

N. Supervises Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides as appropriate.

O. Participates in the recertification process and interdisciplinary team conferences.

P. Notes progress towards discharge planning. Communicates with physician and other disciplines regarding discharge planning.

Q. Completes OASIS assessments accurately at appropriate time points.

R. Maintains an understanding of the company’s scope of services.

S. Understands the infrastructure and how and where to transfer calls in the company.

T. Maintains a professional image.

U. Participates in interdisciplinary conferences as required.

V. Submits clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.

W. Uses appropriate phone etiquette.

X. Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client confidentiality at all times.

Y. Participates in accreditation program.

Z. Performs other duties as assigned.

AA. Participates in in-service program.

Special Demands/Physical Requirements:

Office/Home Environment. May be exposed to biological hazards.

Contact the Human Resources Department at 850.365.9642 or email jobs@choosecovenant.org for more information. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Key Elements Of The Role:

Investigate Sexually Transmitted Diseases (Syphilis, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia); report positive cases to NY State and notify partners of possible exposure. Work includes telephone contact and field visits to patients, providers and contacts. The STD office provides educational trainings to community outreach groups and medical providers. We participate in health fairs, outreach projects (which may include testing) and local organizations/planning committees. Goal is to reduce morbidity of sexually transmitted disease through collaboration and teamwork with County Health Centers, private providers and local organizations

Salary: $71,749

*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time

**Sponsorship is not available for this role

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from a NYS or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. Professional Registered Nurse’s License, issued by the NYS Education Department, and a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in NYS, or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.

· PHN I is a competitive, continuous recruitment position. If you are not in that title, but meet the minimum qualifications, you must also file a Civil Service application, along with the exam processing fee, and be placed on the Public Health Nurse I eligible list.

Benefits:

· Full Medical for member and qualifying dependents through Suffolk County Employee Medical Health Plan: Employee contribution: 2.4% of base salary (or a minimum of $1,500 per year)

Tuition reimbursement available for work (approval based) related continued education.

· Flexible Spending Account (employee contribution) is available for Dependent Care $5,000 Maximum and Health Expenses $2,850 Maximum

· 13 Calendar year holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

· -Vacation Time: During the first year, employees are entitled to 10 Vacation days, earned at the rate of 2.75 per pay period totaling 10 days annually. Employees continue to earn vacation days in accordance with the schedule, reaching a maximum of 30 days per year. Unused vacation time rolls over each year until a maximum of 420 hours.

· Sick Time: Earned at the rate of 1/2 day per pay period totaling 13 days annually. Unused sick time rolls over each year, with no maximum rollover.

· Personal Leave: An employee granted 4 days of personnel leave each year. Employees receive 7.5 hours on their 1st day and will accrue one additional day every quarter. After employee first

anniversary, 28 hours of personal days will be frontloaded at the beginning of each year worked. Unused personal time rolls over into sick each year with no maximum rollover.

· Salary: Step increase every 12 months on July 1 completed year of service in addition to contractual raises through 2024.

· Membership in the New York State Retirement Pension System 5 year vested. In order to retire with Health benefits you need to work 10 continuous years with the county and be 55.

Suffolk County Municipal Employees Benefit Fund.

· Short Term and Long Term Disability

· Dental and optical coverage

· Annual Prescription, hearing aid and specialist co-pay reimbursement

· All Members receive $70,000 of guaranteed life insurance at no cost.

· Financial and Retirement planning assistance

· Tax preparation reimbursement

· Legal assistance benefits

· Bereavement and survivor death benefits

· Identity & Fraud Protection

Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

• Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
• We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Great River , NY

Monday-Friday

8:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Conducts financial analyses of information pertaining to cash management, revenue sources, debt service and annual budget proposals;

Reviews County financial statements;

Prepares forecasts of revenue vs. expenditures;

Reviews financial data of contract agencies seeking County funding or regulated businesses seeking rate adjustments;

Prepares analyses and comparisons of financial and debt ratios.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of accounting principles and procedures; good knowledge of the methods of cash flow analysis; good knowledge of the general principles of public finance administration; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to keep a variety of records and to prepare reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Salary: $55,254 – going to $56,637 July 1st

*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time

**Sponsorship is not available for this role

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree, and two (2) years of experience in financial planning, analysis of financial statements, cash flow analysis and/or credit analysis.

NOTE: A Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a related field will be substituted for the above experience.

Benefits:

· Full Medical for member and qualifying dependents through Suffolk County Employee Medical Health Plan: Employee contribution: 2.4% of base salary (or a minimum of $1,500 per year)

Tuition reimbursement available for work (approval based) related continued education.

· Flexible Spending Account (employee contribution) is available for Dependent Care $5,000 Maximum and Health Expenses $2,850 Maximum

· 13 Calendar year holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

· -Vacation Time: During the first year, employees are entitled to 10 Vacation days, earned at the rate of 2.75 per pay period totaling 10 days annually. Employees continue to earn vacation days in accordance with the schedule, reaching a maximum of 30 days per year. Unused vacation time rolls over each year until a maximum of 420 hours.

· Sick Time: Earned at the rate of 1/2 day per pay period totaling 13 days annually. Unused sick time rolls over each year, with no maximum rollover.

· Personal Leave: An employee granted 4 days of personnel leave each year. Employees receive 7.5 hours on their 1st day and will accrue one additional day every quarter. After employee first

anniversary, 28 hours of personal days will be frontloaded at the beginning of each year worked. Unused personal time rolls over into sick each year with no maximum rollover.

· Salary: Step increase every 12 months on July 1 completed year of service in addition to contractual raises through 2024.

· Membership in the New York State Retirement Pension System 5 year vested. In order to retire with Health benefits you need to work 10 continuous years with the county and be 55.

Suffolk County Municipal Employees Benefit Fund.

· Short Term and Long Term Disability

· Dental and optical coverage

· Annual Prescription, hearing aid and specialist co-pay reimbursement

· All Members receive $70,000 of guaranteed life insurance at no cost.

· Financial and Retirement planning assistance

· Tax preparation reimbursement

· Legal assistance benefits

· Bereavement and survivor death benefits

· Identity & Fraud Protection

This role is a Provisional Appointment

A provisional appointment, which occurs only in the competitive class, is a temporary appointment to a position for which no eligible list exists or for which an eligible list exists with fewer than three candidates who are willing to accept the position. In order to become permanent, the employee who is provisionally appointed must take the next examination for the position in question. The appointment to the position is then made from among the three highest scoring passing candidates who indicate their willingness to accept the position. Civil Service law does not compel the appointing authority to choose the provisional employee should he or she be one of the three candidates.

Additional details regarding a Provisional Appointment can be reviewed at:

https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Civil-Service/faqs

Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

• Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
• We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Why Covenant Care?
Are you a Healthcare Warrior? Want a competitive, engaging job with great perks? Want a seat at the table to discuss strategy? Want to see your ideas put into action? Then you want to look closely at a career with Covenant Care.

Covenant Care is one of the largest non-profit providers of home health, hospice, memory, palliative and private duty care in the regions we serve. Our collaborative team of more than 600 physicians, nurses, aides, therapists and professional staff and volunteers serve patients and families in communities throughout Florida and Alabama. For more information, visit choosecovenant.org, or visit us on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.

Ready to join our family?
Our teammates enjoy a supportive environment and flexible schedule with advancement opportunities. Covenant Care’s engaging culture is founded upon mutual respect and trust. A place where employees feel valued and patients and residents feel the service is extraordinary. We recognize and celebrate the value of each teammate’s unique contributions and encourage a sense of ownership, sharing our mission with patients, families and our communities.

Position Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care, treatment and procedures for clients in the home within the scope of training, State licensure and agency policy.  Performs duties as directed by Case Manager or Clinical Team Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Registered Nurse or Physician in performing specialized procedures and duties.

• Provides prescribed nursing care procedures to assigned clients.

• Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating client care in collaboration with an RN.

• Provides health teaching and assist the clients and families in learning self-care techniques.

• Communicates and documents findings in a factual, concise and timely manner per agency policy. 

• Documents services, client condition and response to treatment.

• Demonstrates safety precautions in compliance with OSHA, CHAP, and Federal and State standards.

• Prepares clinical and progress notes.

• Operates medical equipment correctly for client care.

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate client care.

• Obtains medical orders which are carried out promptly.

• Recognizes and communicates changes and potential client problems in a timely manner, utilizing the proper chain of command.

• Uses good hand washing and aseptic techniques.

• Performs client care duties proficiently and safely; administering medications, performing procedures and treatments per agency policy.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.

• Participates in the PI program by utilizing suggestion boxes, customer service, and brings matters to attention of management staff.

• Updates management regarding potential problems or concerns.  Also responsible for consulting with clinicians or managers as needed.

• Maintains an understanding of the company’s scope of services.

• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences as required.

• Submits clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.

• Maintains a professional image.

• Uses appropriate phone etiquette.

• Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client confidentiality at all times.

• Participates in call schedule according to needs of the agency.

• Participates in accreditation program.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Participates in in-service program.

Skills:

• Self-Starter – Takes initiative identifies needs of co-workers and customers and solves problems.

• Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

• Time Management – Managing one’s own time

• Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Writing – Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

• Critical Thinking – using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths ands weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Education/Experience:  

Graduate of an accredited LPN program required. Minimum one year nursing experience.  One year home care experience preferable

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:

Current LPN license in the State of Florida.  Current CPR certification.  Current driver’s license and valid auto insurance.  Completion of 25 CEU’s bi-annually. 

Working Conditions:

Office/Home Environment. May be exposed to biological hazards. 

Benefits for Eligible Employees Include:

• Health insurance

• Paid time off for vacation, holiday, sick and bereavement leave

• Company paid and supplemental life insurance

• Retirement plan with company match

• Optional cafeteria plan benefits such as dental, vision, accident, cancer and hospital days

• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenditures

• Continuing education, advance credential assistance and tuition reimbursement

• Employee assistance program for employees and families

• Mileage reimbursement and company fleet car program.

Contact the Human Resources Department at 850.365.9642 or email jobs@choosecovenant.org for more information. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Why Covenant Care?
Are you a Healthcare Warrior? Want a competitive, engaging job with great perks? Want a seat at the table to discuss strategy? Want to see your ideas put into action? Then you want to look closely at a career with Covenant Care.

Covenant Care is one of the largest non-profit providers of home health, hospice, memory, palliative and private duty care in the regions we serve. Our collaborative team of more than 600 physicians, nurses, aides, therapists and professional staff and volunteers serve patients and families in communities throughout Florida and Alabama. For more information, visit choosecovenant.org, or visit us on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.

Ready to join our family?
Our teammates enjoy a supportive environment and flexible schedule with advancement opportunities. Covenant Care’s engaging culture is founded upon mutual respect and trust. A place where employees feel valued and patients and residents feel the service is extraordinary. We recognize and celebrate the value of each teammate’s unique contributions and encourage a sense of ownership, sharing our mission with patients, families and our communities.

Position Summary:

The RN is responsible for the delivery of home health services to clients. The nursing process is used as a basis for assessing, planning, implementing, communicating, teaching, coordinating and evaluating services. The RN provides for the spiritual, emotional and psychological needs of the clients. The RN provides leadership to nursing staff and assures that nursing care complies with physician orders and meets client, HCFA and departmental requirements.

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited RN program required. Minimum one-year experience as an RN with one-year experience in home health (home health experience may be waived).  Experience in geriatrics helpful.  Work experience denoting communication and assessment skills Current RN license in the State of Florida.  Current CPR certification.  Current driver’s license and valid auto insurance. Completion of 25 CEU’s bi-annually. 

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs client assessment and identifies problems to be addressed.

• Evaluates client needs, families and home environment.

• Develops Plan of Care consistent with assessment findings, diagnosis and orders.

• Establishes goals which are attainable, specific and measurable. Communicates Plan of Care with the appropriate physicians.

• Evaluates progress toward goals.

• Identifies, documents and reports signs and symptoms of altered health status to physician. 

• Obtains appropriate orders to increase/decrease visit frequency.

• Obtains medical orders to alter treatment plan to refer to other services when appropriate (Rehab., Social Services).

• Administers meds and treatment according to Plan of Care.

• Teaches nursing care appropriate to client’s condition. Teaching based on client/caregiver level of understanding and is properly reflected in documentation.

• Assists in the coordination of care, to include preventative and rehabilitative therapy after consultation with client/family appropriate therapist or other health team member.

• Participates in intra-disciplinary team conferences as required.

• Documents client records according to agency policy. Completes clinical notes, Plan of Care and medication records in a timely, legible and accurate manner. 

• Completes OASIS assessments accurately at appropriate time points. Notes progress towards discharge planning.

• Communicates with physician and other disciplines regarding discharge planning.

• Completes all discharge summaries according to policy and procedures.

• Supervises the LPN and Home Health Aide to ascertain compliance with Plan of Care.

• Assist in assigning the Home Health Aide to a specific patient.

• Assists with supervision of Home Health Aides visits in home at least every 14 days and documents visit in the clinical record to ascertain quality of care rendered.

• Uses knowledge of nursing, biological, social science and payer reimbursement to assist with the development and revision of a medical plan of care.

• Demonstrates safety precautions in compliance with OSHA, CHAP, and Federal and State standards.

• Operates medical equipment correctly for client care.

• Documents services, client condition and response to treatment.

• Maintains current knowledge of nursing and home care agency’s policies and procedures.

• Participates in orientation of professional staff as requested by management.

• Supervises field staff with onsite visits and evaluations on an occasional basis.

• Participates in peer review, QM activities and chart audits as required.

• Participates in the PI program by utilizing suggestion boxes, customer service, and brings matters to attention of management staff.

• Maintains an understanding of the company’s scope of services. Maintains a professional image.

• Uses appropriate phone etiquette.

• Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client confidentiality at all times.

• Participates in accreditation program.

• Participates in call schedule according to the needs of the agency.

• Submits all clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Participates in in-service program.

• Participates in staff development programs.

Special Demands/Physical Requirements:

Office/Home Environment. May be exposed to biological hazards.

Great Benefits!

• Competitive Compensation

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Pre-tax Health and Dependent care flexible spending accounts

• Company provided life insurance and voluntary life insurance

• 403b Retirement plan with company match

• And much more!!

Contact the Human Resources Department at 850.365.9642 or email jobs@choosecovenant.org for more information. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Work Schedule Can Be:

Monday - Friday (6AM - 2PM),

OR

Tuesday-Saturday (6AM - 2PM)

OR

Flexible between 6AM -2PM.

Key Elements Of The Role:

· Review medical history, examines patients, orders tests, evaluates patient and makes diagnosis, discuss results, administer treatments, prescribe medications, conducts follow up exams, records information, diagnosis, prescription, treatments and patient response to treatment.

· Conduct routine check-ups to patients to assess their health condition and discover possible issues.

· Give appropriate advice for healthy habits (diet, hygiene, etc.) and preventative actions to promote overall health.

· Prescribe and interpret lab tests to obtain more information for underlying infections or abnormalities.

· Prescribe medications or drugs and provide comprehensive instructions for administration. Refer patients to medical specialists as appropriate.

· Directs and supervises medical practices and procedures at the assigned Opioid Treatment Clinic.

· Implements medical policy and maintains standards of performance;

· Provides general clinical supervision and administrative direction for medical personnel at the assigned Opioid Treatment Clinic.

· Reports to the Medical Director.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Comprehensive knowledge of the State and local laws affecting health services; thorough knowledge of current developments, literature and sources of information with a specialization in addiction medicine; ability to plan and supervise the work of medical personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Salary Range: $106,566-$175,600

Work Schedule Can Be:

Monday - Friday (6AM - 2PM),

OR

Tuesday-Saturday (6AM - 2PM)

OR

Flexible between 6AM -2PM.

*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time

**Sponsorship is not available for this role

OPEN COMPETITIVE
Possession of a license to practice medicine in the State of New York and two (2) years of experience as a licensed physician in the field of assignment.

NOTE: Board Eligibility in a recognized specialty such as Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine, or Internal Medicine may be substituted for one (1) year of the experience in the field of assignment; Board Certification in a recognized specialty such as Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine, or Internal Medicine may be substituted for two (2) years of the experience in the field of assignment.

Benefits:

· Full Medical for member and qualifying dependents through Suffolk County Employee Medical Health Plan: Employee contribution: 2.4% of base salary (or a minimum of $1,500 per year)

Tuition reimbursement available for work (approval based) related continued education.

· Flexible Spending Account (employee contribution) is available for Dependent Care $5,000 Maximum and Health Expenses $2,850 Maximum

· 13 Calendar year holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

· -Vacation Time: During the first year, employees are entitled to 10 Vacation days, earned at the rate of 2.75 per pay period totaling 10 days annually. Employees continue to earn vacation days in accordance with the schedule, reaching a maximum of 30 days per year. Unused vacation time rolls over each year until a maximum of 420 hours.

· Sick Time: Earned at the rate of 1/2 day per pay period totaling 13 days annually. Unused sick time rolls over each year, with no maximum rollover.

· Personal Leave: An employee granted 4 days of personnel leave each year. Employees receive 7.5 hours on their 1st day and will accrue one additional day every quarter. After employee first

anniversary, 28 hours of personal days will be frontloaded at the beginning of each year worked. Unused personal time rolls over into sick each year with no maximum rollover.

· Salary: Step increase every 12 months on July 1 completed year of service in addition to contractual raises through 2024.

· Membership in the New York State Retirement Pension System 5 year vested. In order to retire with Health benefits you need to work 10 continuous years with the county and be 55.

Suffolk County Municipal Employees Benefit Fund.

· Short Term and Long Term Disability

· Dental and optical coverage

· Annual Prescription, hearing aid and specialist co-pay reimbursement

· All Members receive $70,000 of guaranteed life insurance at no cost.

· Financial and Retirement planning assistance

· Tax preparation reimbursement

· Legal assistance benefits

· Bereavement and survivor death benefits

· Identity & Fraud Protection

This Role Is A Provisional Appointment 

A provisional appointment, which occurs only in the competitive class, is a temporary appointment to a position for which no eligible list exists or for which an eligible list exists with fewer than three candidates who are willing to accept the position. In order to become permanent, the employee who is provisionally appointed must take the next examination for the position in question. The appointment to the position is then made from among the three highest scoring passing candidates who indicate their willingness to accept the position. Civil Service law does not compel the appointing authority to choose the provisional employee should he or she be one of the three candidates 

Additional details regarding a Provisional Appointment can be reviewed at: 

https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Civil-Service/faqs 

Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

• Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
• We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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.