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University of Wisconsin–Madison is Hiring a Regional Community Health Coordinator Near Altoona, IA
Job Summary:The Health & Well-Being Institute (https://extension.wisc.edu/health/) in the Division of Extension is hiring a Regional Community Health Coordinator in the Northwest Region of Wisconsin as part of a new initiative to extend the support and capacity of our network of community-based educators and specialists. The Regional Community Health Coordinator will support community engagement processes, assessment activities, and data-informed action planning to advance community health and well-being. Training, technical assistance, and capacity building will take multiple forms, including in-person and 1:1 consultations, facilitated discussions, webinars, and resource and tool development. The Extension Regional Community Health Coordinator will facilitate linkages between local governments, community-based organizations, local Extension staff, and UW-Madison campus-based staff and partners to leverage resources and applied research expertise in response to community health priorities.
The topical focus of the position will be responsive to community-identified interests in health and well-being across a range of settings that influence health. Issue areas of interest may include but are not limited to, school-based health, food and nutrition security, mental health, substance misuse prevention and recovery, adolescent well-being, social and community conditions, and policy, systems, and environmental change approaches to promote health and well-being.
About the Institute of Health & Well-Being:
The Health & Well-Being Institute works to catalyze positive change in Wisconsin residents through evidence-based and community-engaged health promotion programs to improve health, build community capacity to identify and address health inequities, engage in collective action, and achieve greater health equity. (https://extension.wisc.edu/health/)
The Division of Extension has a deep and profound commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements to eliminate disparities and expand access for all. As Extension, we acknowledge the need for strategic and coordinated actions that help us form a more equitable, anti-racist, non- biased, and inclusive organization. As such, all Extension employees are expected to foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion. See our Call to Action: Extension's Strategic Commitment to Inclusivity & Anti-Racism Work here (https://blogs.extension.wisc.edu/oaic/call-to-action/).
Download our informational brochure (chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://extension.wisc.edu/files/2023/04/UW_Ext_brochure_web.pdf) to learn about our mission and our educational outreach.
Responsibilities: Improves well-being of the campus community by engaging with community and campus stakeholders and using population-level data to prioritize, design, implement, and evaluate strategies to achieve measurable health improvements by creating health-supporting systems, policies, and environments.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:RequiredBachelor's Degree
In public health, community health education, sociology, or another related field
PreferredMaster's Degree
In public health, community health education, sociology, or another related field
Qualifications:Required:
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending On QualificationsEmployees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).
Additional Information:Length of position: The initial period of employment will be three years, with the possibility to extend contingent upon available funding.
Areas served & position location:
The Regional Community Health Coordinator will serve a multi-county geography in Northwest Wisconsin.
This position offers partial remote work based in Wisconsin. It may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location, or at a remote, offsite, non-campus work location.
The position location is flexible and will be determined based on programmatic needs and the availability of suitable office space. Regular travel within Wisconsin is expected.
It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions. Information about UW-Madison Driver Authorization can be found at https://businessservices.wisc.edu/managing-risk/driver-authorization-and-insurance/driver-authorization/
Applicants are required to have: A valid driver license, Reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or complies with requirements for UW-Madison vehicle use authorization.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
How to Apply:We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
For additional guidance and resources on how to tailor your application materials to the job posting, please go to https://extension.wisc.edu/careers/.
Contact:Sarah Boulton
sarah.boulton@wisc.edu
608-265-9657
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:Population Health Specialist(HS082)
Department(s):A47-EXTENSION/YFH/HLTH/HLTH&WELL INST
Employment Class:Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:300851-AS
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .
The topical focus of the position will be responsive to community-identified interests in health and well-being across a range of settings that influence health. Issue areas of interest may include but are not limited to, school-based health, food and nutrition security, mental health, substance misuse prevention and recovery, adolescent well-being, social and community conditions, and policy, systems, and environmental change approaches to promote health and well-being.
About the Institute of Health & Well-Being:
The Health & Well-Being Institute works to catalyze positive change in Wisconsin residents through evidence-based and community-engaged health promotion programs to improve health, build community capacity to identify and address health inequities, engage in collective action, and achieve greater health equity. (https://extension.wisc.edu/health/)
The Division of Extension has a deep and profound commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements to eliminate disparities and expand access for all. As Extension, we acknowledge the need for strategic and coordinated actions that help us form a more equitable, anti-racist, non- biased, and inclusive organization. As such, all Extension employees are expected to foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion. See our Call to Action: Extension's Strategic Commitment to Inclusivity & Anti-Racism Work here (https://blogs.extension.wisc.edu/oaic/call-to-action/).
Download our informational brochure (chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://extension.wisc.edu/files/2023/04/UW_Ext_brochure_web.pdf) to learn about our mission and our educational outreach.
Responsibilities: Improves well-being of the campus community by engaging with community and campus stakeholders and using population-level data to prioritize, design, implement, and evaluate strategies to achieve measurable health improvements by creating health-supporting systems, policies, and environments.
- 20% Gathers and evaluates population-level health data and engages with stakeholders to discern needs and interests and build capacity for population-level health improvement
- 20% Applies evidence-based theories, frameworks, and assessments according to current health research and practice
- 10% Develops, implements, organizes, and evaluates population-health initiatives based on sound data, theory, and evidence
- 40% Provides consultation, training, and capacity-building resources for stakeholders to advance a health-promoting setting with respect to policies, learning and working environments, physical spaces, services and support, student development, and/or opportunities for social connectedness
- 10% Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:RequiredBachelor's Degree
In public health, community health education, sociology, or another related field
PreferredMaster's Degree
In public health, community health education, sociology, or another related field
Qualifications:Required:
- Three or more years of professional experience relevant to the programmatic responsibilities of the position
- Demonstrated skills in interpreting, utilizing, and applying evidence-based information and research findings in support of community health issues
- Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods and technologies
- Experience working cooperatively with diverse organizations and sectors such as local, state, and Tribal governments, community-based organizations, higher education, private entities, etc.
- Knowledge and skills to effectively interact with people from different cultural backgrounds, including those associated with race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of human diversity
- Previous experience developing, delivering, and evaluating training, technical assistance and capacity building for diverse audiences utilizing a variety of educational techniques, methods, and modes
- Ability to think creatively, identify root causes and systems of influence, and synthesize inter-disciplinary approaches to conceptualizing and addressing health equity work
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending On QualificationsEmployees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).
Additional Information:Length of position: The initial period of employment will be three years, with the possibility to extend contingent upon available funding.
Areas served & position location:
The Regional Community Health Coordinator will serve a multi-county geography in Northwest Wisconsin.
This position offers partial remote work based in Wisconsin. It may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location, or at a remote, offsite, non-campus work location.
The position location is flexible and will be determined based on programmatic needs and the availability of suitable office space. Regular travel within Wisconsin is expected.
It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions. Information about UW-Madison Driver Authorization can be found at https://businessservices.wisc.edu/managing-risk/driver-authorization-and-insurance/driver-authorization/
Applicants are required to have: A valid driver license, Reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or complies with requirements for UW-Madison vehicle use authorization.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
How to Apply:We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
- Resume
- Letter of Qualifications (cover letter)
For additional guidance and resources on how to tailor your application materials to the job posting, please go to https://extension.wisc.edu/careers/.
Contact:Sarah Boulton
sarah.boulton@wisc.edu
608-265-9657
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:Population Health Specialist(HS082)
Department(s):A47-EXTENSION/YFH/HLTH/HLTH&WELL INST
Employment Class:Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:300851-AS
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$81k-101k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/27/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/28/2024
WEBSITE
enzyme.wisc.edu
HEADQUARTERS
Maple Valley, WA
SIZE
<25
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