COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION COORDINATOR
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
BRIDGEVIEW COURTHOUSE
SHIFT: 8:30am-4:30pm
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules. Job Summary In alignment with the vision of the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH), this position will be responsible for cultivating relationships with community and working with community-based organizations (CBOs) to advance community health solutions and health equity. Typical Duties
- Co-designs community and/or worker centered bi-directional, collaborative systems with partners.
- Oversees activities of a select number of CBOs to ensure alignment and advancement towards successful implementation of initiative objectives and fiscal compliance. CBOs may be awarded funding to:
- Conduct effective public health education and outreach efforts to priority communities and populations.
- Provide resources to support residents with health and wellness.
- Address other social and economic impacts, such as housing instability and lack of food.
o Formalize with CCDPH ways in which the department works hand-in-hand with community.
- Provides or coordinates technical assistance to CBOs (e.g., related to communications, reporting, evaluation, etc.).
- Ensures CBOs effectively implement communications and media plan.
- Develops and presents materials to local government, community institutions and other key organizations to raise awareness and support for the initiative and related activities.
- Creates content and/or materials (e.g., fact sheet, resource materials) to support communication efforts.
- Tracks ways in which CBOs are advancing health equity. Manage project databases for monitoring and evaluation purposes; prepare reports as needed.
- · Works with CCDPH staff and community-based organizations to ensure successful, coordinated and timely implementation of the initiative.
- Supports day-to-day project operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Health, Public Administration, Social Work or other related field from an accredited college or university · Two (2) years of experience managing a program in community health and health promotion (experience may include the span of an internship) · Proficient in using Microsoft Office programs Must be trained and certified in NIMS FEMA ICS-100, 200, 700 and 800 management within six (6) months of employment. Position requires moderate travel for which the employee must have a valid driver’s license in good standing and access to an insured vehicle · Must be able to work flexible hours outside of a usual day shift schedule that may include evenings and weekends Preferred Qualifications · Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Social Work or other related field from an accredited college or university Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics · Knowledge and demonstrated experience with applying health promotion theory, using evidence-based or best practice strategies; management including areas of program planning and evaluation, as well as grant management. · Knowledge and understanding of principles of health communication, including social marketing and determinants of community health and how to build local capacity. · Familiarized with the geographical region to provide contract tracing throughout Cook CountyExcellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups · Excellent interpersonal skills · Ability to plan, coordinate and manage with strong organizational skills · Ability to cultivate and manage key relationships/stakeholders, as well as lead and facilitate group process · Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. · Ability to build a logical approach to address problems or opportunities · Ability to manage the situation at hand by drawing on own knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources. · Ability to maintain a positive outlook, motivate self and team to work constructively under pressure Ability to respond resourcefully when challenges arise and accept responsibility for actions, learning and change · Ability to direct and manage change · Demonstrated commitment to health equity and social justice.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/ Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified. For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
· Meet the minimum qualifications for the position. · Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?” · Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR · A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
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