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Community Health Specialist - WIC

Employer
Scott County
Location
Scott County, Minnesota
Start date
Oct 12, 2021
Closing date
Nov 11, 2021

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Category
Government, Healthcare, Science, Social Services
Employment Status
Full Time

Job Details

This position performs a variety of activities and tasks in implementing Public Health activities and interventions for the Women Infants and Children’s (WIC) program. This position provides community engagement, capacity-building, outreach, networking and health promotion, and prevention education to various diverse communities, faith-based entities, non-profit organizations, hard to reach populations, and others. Promotes and maintains the health of the community and collaborates with internal and external partners. Works collaboratively to inform and develop sustained public health strategies and projects that address community health needs. Ensures health education and communication services are culturally informed. Longer term work activities focus on advancing population-based interventions aimed at addressing the root cause and social determinants of health known to negatively impact health outcomes. This is a two-year grant-funded position with the possibility for renewal.

MQs: You must meet ONE of the following minimum qualifications to qualify for the Community Health Specialist position:

  • High school diploma or GED and 10 years of experience with public health, health promotion or coaching, community-based planning and organizing, or nutrition
  • High school diploma or GED and 1 or more years of college or technical school and 8 years of experience with public health, health promotion or coaching, community-based planning and organizing, or nutrition
  • Associate's Degree in Public Health, Community Planning, Public Policy, Nutrition, or related field and 6 years of experience with public health, health promotion or coaching, community-based planning and organizing, or nutrition
  • Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Community Planning, Public Policy, Nutrition, or related field and two years of experience with public health, health promotion or coaching, community-based planning and organizing, or nutrition
  • Master's degree in Public Health, Community Planning, Public Policy, Nutrition, or related field

Experience with community and systems interventions, health promotion strategies and evaluation, or previous WIC work experience is preferred. Registered Dietician and additional language skills are highly desired. One must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

Hiring Range: $51,940 to $64,925 – DOQ. 

Closing10/26/21

Apply Online: www.scottcountymn.gov/jobs  

EOE  Let’s work together.

Company

Scott County is a progressive-thinking public sector employer with 650 employees. We are located 25 miles SW of Minneapolis in downtown Shakopee.

Scott County is among the fastest growing counties in the nation. What an exciting time to be part of our GROWING organization! As an employer, we offer:

* flexible work schedules

* competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefits package

* a clean and friendly work environment

* and much more!

Scott County is committed to employee training and professional development -- and has resources earmarked for this purpose. In addition to being a recognized family-friendly organization, Scott County has initiated an array of programs and policies that encourage all employees to seek a balance in their work and their lives.

Working in the public sector, you can -- and will -- make a difference in peoples’ lives. We are a people-oriented service industry, dedicated to delivering quality public services to all citizens in an effective, professional, and efficient manner.

Consider joining the workforce in Scott County today. You'll be glad you did!

Compensation: It is the policy of Scott County that fair and equitable compensation shall be provided to employees for services rendered, and employees should be provided competitive rewards for achievement. The Compensation Plan shall promote the service-oriented performance philosophy of the County and recognize employee performance in relation to established behavioral criteria and the achievement of pre-established goals and objectives.

Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. This package includes:

  • HealthPartners Health Insurance Single, two-party, or family plan options available
  • Delta Dental Insurance Single or family plan options available.
  • ReliaStar Life Insurance $10,000 County-paid coverage
  • Flexible (Pre-Tax) Spending Health Care and Daycare Accounts
  • Long Term Disability
  • An Employee Assistance Program, PERA (Public Employee's Retirement Association) - A retirement system for county and local government employees set-up in 1931 by the MN Legislature.

Other Great Benefits Available:

  • Affinity Plus (credit union)
  • U.S. Government Savings Bonds
  • VALIC - Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Minnesota Benefit Association Insurance
  •  PERA Term Life Insurance
  • Nationwide Retirement Solutions - Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Short Term Disability
  • Employee Safety & Wellness Team
  • Organizational commitment to employee training and development
  • Free parking

Time-Off: 10 paid holidays per year. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Leave and Vacation and Sick Leave programs for eligible employees (21 to 33 days per year).

Company info
Website
Location
200 4th Ave W
Shakopee
Minnesota
55379
US

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