Social Determinants of Health Coordinator

 Social Determinants of Health Coordinator Salary $71,052.80 - $85,280.00 Annually Location Iowa City, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 00807 Department Public Health - Global Opening Date 10/02/2024 Closing Date 10/12/2024 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Definition & Duties Under general supervision, oversees day-to-day community health assessment and improvement planning activities, coordinates programmatic efforts to ensure that performance improvement systems for the community health assessment (CHA) and community health improvement plan (CHIP) are developed, managed, and maintained using a data-driven focus that are aligned with community, department and/or programmatic strategic goals. Supports the Community Health Division Manager in the community health assessment (CHA) and community health improvement plan (CHIP) process and the planning and execution of health priority projects. Authorize limited purchases for designated programs and direct reports. Supervises the health assessment and improvement planning staff, including evaluating performance, and providing hiring and termination recommendations to the Community Health Division Manager. Knowledge of & Ability to Principles and practices of community health assessment, health improvement plans, community-based interventions, social determinants of health, and evidenced-based health promotion programs Principles and practices of program evaluation, quality improvement, and performance management Public health functions and Essential Public HealthServices Public health organizations and programs Public Health Workforce Core Competencies Healthy People 2030 Concept of Chief Health Strategist Concept of Public Health 3.0 Federal, state, and private grant application and reporting practices English language to include grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and vocabulary skills Ability to: Promote a culture of quality in Johnson County Public Health Use and contribute to developing research, evidence, practice-based insights, and other forms of information for decision making Implement organizational and system-wide strategies for continuous quality improvement Demonstrate skill for evaluating, clarifying, prioritizing, and synthesizing information Use evaluation results to improve performance Bring together data from single or multiple disparate data sets into an overall conclusion and judgement, often around complex problems Create projections or models designed to represent a simplified version of the performance of projects (e.g. use cost-benefit and cost-utility analyses) Support and maintain a performance management and quality improvement system Provide leadership and engages coalitions and groups to understand their common objectives and help them to plan how to achieve these objectives; remain ‘neutral’ and supportive in discussion Integrate systems thinking into public health practice (e.g. cross-programmatic and cross-organizational approaches) Ensure the measuring, reporting, and continuous improvement of organizational performance Solve complex problems using an approach that understands human needs, creativity, and rapid iteration Provide customer service that is courteous and responsive Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional and trustworthy manner Maintain confidentiality and security of information as appropriate Be detail-oriented and accurate while performing duties Establish and maintain effective working relationships with health professionals, educators, appointed and elected officials, volunteer groups, community agencies, co-workers, and members of the public Interact effectively with persons from widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias Use a computer for the purpose of data entry, spreadsheets, word processing, presentations, email and Internet Operate common office equipment such as calculators, fax and postage machines, photocopiers, tablets, and multi-line telephones Handle low to moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position Organize and present factual information and ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and individuals in formal and informal situations Follow oral and written instructions Have clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communication Have sufficient vision which permits light to moderate production and review a wide variety of materials both in hardcopy and electronic form Have sufficient manual dexterity to make hand written notations and which permits moderate use of a keyboard and mouse Stand, sit, squat, kneel, bend, twist, and reach Lift and/or move up to 35 pounds Have sufficient personal mobility to complete work at various facilities Work flexible schedule and occasional overtime as needed Minimum Education, Training & Experience & Special Requirements Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, health education, health promotion or closely related health field AND three (3) years’ experience in public health or a related field; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. At least one (1) year supervisory experience required, two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred. Special requirements: Must pass background check. Valid driver’s license and insurable under county liability coverage. May require use of personal vehicle or equivalent transportation for official business. Specific Duties to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Coordinates the development and implementation of HealthyJoCo, the County Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan process. Consults with Community Health Division Manager as appropriate. Supports with intervention identification, program development, and community engagement efforts to address community health needs. Supervise health assessment and improvement planning staff and assist in recruitment, selection, training, evaluation, and discipline of personnel. Consults with Community Health Division Manager as appropriate. Coordinates, collects, formats, and maintains data sets to support data narrative and visualization workflows Acts as JCPH liaison with community partners as assigned, which may include: land use plan development, transportation, parks and recreation, health policy recommendations, and similar city or county plans. Increases JCPH’s capacity to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of their organizations, practices, partnerships, programs, use of resources, and the impact the systems’ improvements had on the public’s health. Implements a performance management and improvement process that leads to a positive and measurable impact on the public health system. Identifies best performance and quality improvement practices, and makes recommendations for implementation. Coordinates the development of undergraduate and graduate students internships and practicum experiences at JCPH to support HealthyJoCo. Represents the Department and participates in training/education opportunities, conferences, seminars and work-related meetings as requested. Performs all work activities in accordance with county policies, procedures, and safety practices. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. Employee Benefits The following is a summary of benefits for full-time, non-bargaining County employees. Benefits, privileges and duties for employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement may vary depending on specific contract provisions. Compensation Employees serve a six-month probationary period and are eligible for meritorious performance compensation increases based upon performance evaluations. Across the board compensation increases are considered by the Board of Supervisors, and are made effective July 1 annually. Vacation During 1st through 4th years: 3 working weeks During 4th through 9th years: 4 working weeks During 9th through 19th years: 5 working weeks During 19th or later years: 6 working weeks Holidays 12 paid holidays per year plus 2 personal holidays: New Year's Day Martin Luther King's Birthday President's Day Memorial Day Independence Day Juneteenth Labor Day Veteran's Day Thanksgiving Day and day after Christmas Floating Christmas holiday Sick Leave Accrues at the rate of 18 days per year on a per-pay period basis to a maximum accrual of 120 days. After accumulation of 90 sick days, employees may convert sick leave to vacation on a 4:1 basis. Parental Leave A paid two-week (80 hour) paid parental leave is provided to full-time benefit eligible parents to allow for child bonding time. This includes child's birth, adoption, placement in the home or court appointed guardianship. Wellness Program Voluntary wellness activities, screenings, educational opportunities and incentives are offered throughout the year for employees and their families. Employee Assistance Program Employees and their families may contact Synchrony for free EAP counseling and referral services. Health Care Coverage Eligible employees may elect health care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa is the third party administrator for this self-funded plan PPO with 90/10 in-network and 80/20 out-of-network co-insurance; $275 deductible single or $550 deductible family; $1000 out-of-pocket maximum single or $2000 out -of-pocket maximum family Single coverage is $32/month for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is $112.00/month. Dental Care Coverage Eligible employees may elect dental care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee. Vision Care Coverage Eligible employees may elect vision care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee. Flexible Spending Eligible employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for out-of-pocket health, dental and vision expenses that are not reimbursable through another source. Employees may also set aside pre-tax dollars for dependent care expenses. Life Insurance Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. Coverage is 1 times annualized compensation rounded up to the nearest thousand in group term life insurance and AD&D. Max covered salary $100,000. *Supplemental Life Insurance The County offers to all benefit-eligible employees additional life insurance coverage that may be purchased for employees, spouses and children at guarantee basis. Long-Term Disability Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. County provides up to 2 years of long term disability coverage at 66 2/3% of the employees wages as a result of injury, sickness or pregnancy; employees may opt to purchase additional coverage. IPERS Iowa Public Employee Retirement System is a mandatory defined benefit retirement plan designed to supplement both Social Security and private savings. Non law-enforcement employees contribute 6.29% and the County contributes 9.44%. Deferred Compensation (457) A deferred compensation plan is offered that provides tax advantages and an additional means in which to save for retirement with an easy payroll deduction. Employees may select from several companies offering deferred compensation. The County will match up to $40/biweekly, and employees are vested on day 1. Discounted Bus Pass Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to purchase discounted bus passes for Iowa City Transit and Coralville Transit for commuting to/from their jobs as Johnson County employees. Bus pass availability is subject to available funds and continuation of the program. Johnson County is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and elderly are encouraged to apply. Agency Johnson County Address 913 S Dubuque St Suite 103 Iowa City, Iowa, 52240 Phone 319-356-6003 Website https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/ Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email