Perinatal Care Coordinator (Full Time or Part Time Position)

Perinatal Care Summary

This position provides Oregon Mother’s Care program services, Home Visits as an extender, WIC services, OHP enrollment, and other resources and referral coordination to perinatal clients in Crook County. This position works with pregnant and postpartum women in a clinical setting. The position partners closely with Perinatal Care Coordinators in the region, Public Health Nurses, Perinatal Care Providers, and other key partners and stakeholders in the community in support of the department-wide mission to provide fair opportunity for those in our community to achieve their full health potential. This includes implementing data-driven, developmentally appropriate, culturally aware, trauma-informed, and sustainable approaches.

Perinatal-specific Education & Experience:

In addition to the education and experience requirements in the job description, it is preferred that candidates are certified with the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.  

If not currently certified, this position will need to be able to become certified within one year of hire.

Summary

The coordinator position plays a key role in coordinating programs that adhere to state and federal regulations, support public health efforts, and work alongside community partners to improve health services. As part of Crook County Health & Human Services, this position will collaborate on various public health initiatives that align with the department's mission to provide fair opportunity for those in our community to achieve their full health potential. This includes implementing data-driven, developmentally appropriate, culturally aware, trauma-informed, and sustainable approaches.

Essential Job Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific Program Coordination & Management:

Including but not limited to: WIC, PHEPR, Immunization, Health Promotion/Prevention Programs, Immunization, Nurse Home Visiting, Perinatal Care

Program Coordination

• Administer and implement assigned public health programs in compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Coordinate program activities, maintain accurate records, and oversee required documentation and reporting.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to align with program objectives and organizational goals.
• Conduct program assessments and evaluations to ensure effectiveness and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Develop program plans in coordination with community and assessment input. Ensure compliance with contract requirements
• Identify and write grant applications for projects that align with department and county priorities

Project Management & Implementation

• Utilize project management tools to coordinate, monitor, and ensure implementation of multiple projects with a variety of deadlines
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external partners in order to ensure coordination project implementation
• Utilize data systems and emergency communication networks to identify and support response to public health issues

Community Engagement & Training

• Develop and deliver educational materials and/or presentations for community members, stakeholders, and internal staff
• Organize and conduct training sessions related to public health programs, emergency preparedness, and best practices.
• Collaborate with local and regional partners, governmental agencies, and healthcare providers to promote public health initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between the department and community organizations to improve service delivery and outreach for service area
• Social media communications development and coordination with communications contractors as applicable

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, laws, and regulations governing public health programs.
• Prepare and submit reports, grant applications, and funding proposals to secure and maintain program resources.
• Maintain data accuracy and integrity in electronic health record systems and program management software.
• Track and report program performance indicators, ensuring timely submission of required documentation.
• Participate in regional and national health initiatives to improve public health outcomes.

Public Health Preparedness:

• Complete Public Health Preparedness Training: ICS 100, 200, 700, and 8