Public Health Specialist II - Chronic Disease

Overview

The Chronic Disease Program Specialist supports various health department efforts to improve health outcomes in residents in the White River Junction District of East Central Vermont. The focus of this this position will be on systems-level work and engagement with multiple sectors and community partners to improve the health of populations, especially those experiencing the greatest disparities: BIPOC, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, populations with low socioeconomic status and rural communities. Priority areas of work include improving chronic disease health outcomes, including those related to oral health, tobacco prevention and cessation, and improving access to preventive care. Ideal candidates should have an understanding of the root causes of health inequities and familiarity with initiating and maintaining deliberate collaboration across sectors, particularly with new and non-traditional partners.    
         
Examples of work include:
•    Identify, plan, implement, and evaluate systemic and policy solutions to improve oral health outcomes for children and adults. Spearhead the integration of oral health into prenatal care, pediatric care and primary care for adults and guide systems change for better dental care at the local level
•    Identify, plan, implement and evaluate systemic and policy solutions to reduce tobacco use and vaping in our region 
•    Identify, plan, implement and evaluate systemic and policy solutions to improve access to preventative health services and reduce barriers to care
•    Provide technical support for the integration of health equity and access to care strategies within municipal and organizational planning
•    Participate in and support community-based coalitions that examine health data, set goals, and develop plans to improve health outcomes. Enlist civic and municipal leaders as well as leaders at the grassroots level to help advance local community policy and program agendas
•    Priority-setting and decision-making informed by community input and local data resources including Community Health Needs Assessment, the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System, the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, and Department of Health data.

DIVISION OF LOCAL HEALTH - WHO WE ARE:

The Division of Local Health's vision and mission is to preserve and improve the equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions necessary to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all, thus ensuring healthy Vermonters and healthy communities.  To this end, the Division of Local Health is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every person's strength, assets, and values.  The Division of Local Health is committed to leading organizational change efforts that address avoidable inequities and injustices as we work towards the elimination of health and health care disparities.  

 

TELEWORK: 
The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance. 
 
MISSION & VISION: 
The Department of Health's mission is to protect and promote the best health of all Vermonters. Our vision is healthy Vermonters living in healthy communities. Our goals are:  

Effective and integrated public health programs. 

Communities with the capacity to respond to public health needs. 

Internal systems that provide consistent and responsive support. 

A competent and valued workforce that is supported in promoting and protecting the public's health. 

A public health system that is understood and valued by Vermonters. 

Health equity for all Vermonters. 

 

CULTURE & VALUES:  

The Department of Health's culture is one in which our success and our workplace culture are interdependent. Our culture is driven by a passion for the mission. We are committed to these values:  

Creativity, innovation, and calculated risk-taking.  

Open and transparent leadership. 

 Staff expertise, autonomy, and excellence. 

Professional growth through individual development plans, special projects, and opportunities to stretch. 

Wellness and work-life balance.

Who May Apply

This position, Public Health Specialist II - Chronic Disease (Job Requisition #50190), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. 

 

Level I: Job Requisition #50192

 

Level II: Job Requisition #50190