Public Health Support Specialist

Firefly

Everyday Firefly mission-driven employees set out to ensure all children learn, grow, and develop to realize their full potential. Our team does this by engaging and educating our community, inspiring a healthy future through literacy, family, and public health services. Are you looking to be an important part of making a difference in your community?

As the Public Health Support Specialist, you’ll enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package while using your proven abilities to develop external relationships and educate families on healthy child development and the options available to them through the Care for Kids and 1st Five Healthy Mental Development Programs.

This position is for you, if…

Firefly is growing! If you’re looking for an organization with strong cultural values and a commitment to empowering families, its community and its employees, this could be for you.

This position is for you, if…

· You have a strong passion for the healthy development of children ages zero to twenty-one.

· You would enjoy educating clients over the phone.

As the Public Health Support Specialist you will…

· Consult with and educate families regarding the services available through the Care For Kids program 1st Five programs and Firefly.

· Support other Public Health department functions, including providing and documenting screenings as needed.

· Actively participate in a multidisciplinary team to promote interagency collaboration in planning, implementation, and continuous quality improvement.

· Meet all documentation and productivity standards as identified by the agency. Ensure the completion of case documentation, as required by agency and grant sources. Maintain confidentiality of all families and team members.

· Seek opportunities to enhance one’s own professional knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to one’s current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development

· Function independently with minimal supervision

· Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested.

As the Public Health Support Specialist (63%), you will…

· Ensure care coordination services for all Medicaid-enrolled children, including assisting families in finding a local dentist and/or medical provider.

As the Developmental Support Specialist (37%), you will…

· Ensure coordination services for all referred children birth to age 5, including but not limited to:,

Serve as a resource for parents and caregivers

Conduct screening and developmental monitoring as appropriate

o Assist families in finding a local dentist and/or medical provider

o Assist families in setting up and keeping appointments when needed (including transportation)

o Develop referral/recall system

o Provide anticipatory guidance

o Assist families in finding payment sources for care

You’ll need to have…

· An understanding and commitment to the agency's mission.

· 4-year degree in public health, social work, human services, early childhood education, nursing, or related field; be a Registered Nurse (RN); or be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

· Ability to work at a desk on the computer and phone for the full shift.

· The ability to communicate appropriately verbally and in writing with clients, colleagues, referral sources, funding sources, and other community resources.

· Respect for and sensitivity to the needs and rights of others, including those with differing cultural, racial, sexual, or ethnic identities.

· The ability to work flexible hours, which include weekends and/or evening hours with notice

· The ability to pass background checks, drug tests, and any other examination required by federal law and/or the State of Iowa.

Bonus points if you have…

• Bilingual (English and Spanish) written and oral proficiency.
• Experience working in the public health sector with a focus on families and/or children.
• Knowledge of community resources.

For consideration please click on the apply button to submit your resume/CV.

Firefly. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.31 - $23.05 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Salary : $20 - $23