What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator, Lead Poisoning Control Program position at Department of Health and Community Wellness?
REQUIREMENT: Applicants Must Be City of Newark Resident.
Under direction, is responsible for the administration and supervision of a lead poisoning control program; does related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Formulates and implements overall policy for the program including blood-lead level testing, confirm and repeat testing, environmental inspection, medical and environmental follow-up, and community education. Administers the program budget including salaries, supplies, equipment, and travel. Coordinates program activities with other health programs, hospitals, medical associations, and laboratories to provide identification and monitoring of children with elevated blood-lead levels. Coordinates such program activities as medical follow-up of active cases with lead poisoning environmental control program, the use of gammatech fluorescent analysis for detection of lead- based paint, and abatement of dwellings. Attends conferences on testing, treatment, and follow-up of children with elevated blood-lead levels. Establishes liaison with professionals and consumers to utilize their expertise. Supervises activities of nurses, health aids, inspectors, and public health investigators to accomplish program objectives. Directs a lead poisoning education program. Creates public awareness of the program by developing public affairs materials for use by newspapers, radio, and television. Sees that parental instruction is given by health aides and public health nurses during home visits. Distributes information regarding follow-up, treatment, and prevention of lead poisoning to community groups, childcare personnel, and to others in the health field. Prepares proposals for federal grants and grant renewals. Prepares clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Supervises the maintenance of records and files. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Education, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of experience in public health investigation, education, or administration.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of public health principles and procedures.
Knowledge of lead poisoning detection and treatment.
Knowledge of large- scale public education methods.
Knowledge of environmental analysis and control procedures.
Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of the unit.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with medical, community, and educational groups.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and professional organizations.
Ability to utilize modern methods of public health management.
Ability to write effective proposals and reports.
Ability to maintain essential records and files.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $73,449.28 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $73,449