What are the responsibilities and job description for the Performance Improvement and Accreditation Coordinator position at Johnson County?
JOB
Under general supervision under the Public Health Director, coordinates department-wide efforts to ensure that performance management (PM) and quality improvement (QI) systems are developed, managed, and maintained using a data-driven focus that are aligned with department or programmatic strategic goals. Assists in coordinating department strategic planning. Provides leadership for PMQI policy development, project coordination; provides support for improving the essential public health services, and evaluates outcomes and impact on the community’s health; and researches and develops PMQI training programs.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Principles and practices of community health assessment, community health improvement plans, community-based interventions, social determinants of health, and evidenced-based health promotion programsPrinciples and practices of program evaluation, quality improvement, and performance managementPublic health functions and Essential Public Health ServicesPublic health organizations and programsPublic Health Workforce Core CompetenciesHealthy People 2030Public Health AccreditationChief Health StrategistPublic Health 3.0 Federal, state and private grant application and reporting practicesEnglish language to include grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and vocabulary skills Ability to: Promote a culture of quality in Johnson County Public HealthUse and contribute to developing research, evidence, practice-based insights, and other forms of information for decision making Apply principles of ethics, diversity, equity, inclusion and justice in designing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs and services. Engage in continuous improvement of policies, programs, services, and organizational performanceEvaluate, clarify, prioritize, and synthesize informationUse evaluation results to improve performanceCreate projections or models designed to represent a simplified version of the performance of projects (e.g. use cost-benefit and cost-utility analyses)Establish, support, and maintain a performance management and quality improvement systemProvide leadership and engage coalitions and groups to understand their common objectives and help them to plan and achieve objectives; remain ‘neutral’ and supportive in discussion Integrate systems thinking into public health practice (e.g. cross-programmatic and cross-organizational approaches)Ensure the measuring, reporting, and continuous improvement of organizational performanceSolve complex problems using an approach that understands human needs, creativity, and rapid iterationProvide customer service that is courteous and responsive Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy mannerMaintain confidentiality and security of information as appropriateBe detail-oriented and accurate while performing dutiesEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with health professionals, educators, appointed and elected officials, volunteer groups, community agencies, co-workers, and members of the public Interact effectively with persons from widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of viewDemonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing biasUse a computer for the purpose of data entry, spreadsheets, word processing, presentations, email and InternetOperate common office equipment such as calculators, fax and postage machines, photocopiers, tablets, and multi-line telephonesHandle low to moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the positionOrganize and present factual information and ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and individuals in formal and informal situationsFollow oral and written instructionsHave clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communicationHave sufficient vision which permits light to moderate production and review a wide variety of materials both in hardcopy and electronic formHave sufficient manual dexterity to make hand written notations and which permits moderate use of a keyboard and mouseStand, sit, squat, kneel, bend, twist, and reachLift and/or move up to 25 poundsHave sufficient personal mobility to complete work at various facilitiesWork flexible schedule and occasional overtime as needed
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Acts as the Accreditation Coordinator for JCPH and is the point of contact with Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). Ensures all necessary reports are submitted to PHAB to maintain the Department’s Accreditation Status. Increases the Performance Management and Quality Improvement (PMQI) capacity in order to measure public health program indicators. Increases capacity to evaluate the effectiveness of JCPH department, practices, partnerships, programs, use of resources, and impact the system improvements have on public health.Implements a performance management and improvement process that leads to a positive and measurable impact on the public health system.Develops and implements engagement processes that assure the informational exchange necessary to achieve appropriate plans and policies as well as identify potential barriers to new policy development and implementation.Coordinates JCPH’s performance and quality initiatives to ensure alignment and optimal use of resources.Acts as JCPH liaison with community partners as assigned, which may include: land use plan development, alternative transportation, parks and recreation, and similar city or county plans.Leads the core group of JCPH staff that make up the PMQI Committee. Designs, coordinates and/or delivers appropriate organization-wide PMQI training.Contributes to strategy development for achieving and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and competent public health workforce. Reports the status of PMQI efforts and impacts to Director.Identifies best performance and quality improvement practices, and makes recommendations for implementation.Assists with development of university undergraduate and graduate students completing internships and practicum experiences at JCPH.Represents the Department and participates in training/education opportunities, conferences, seminars and work-related meetings as requested.Performs all work activities in accordance with county policies, procedures, and safety practices.Attends work regularly at the designated place and time.Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application. For questions regarding this position please contact Kristy Lyman at 319-688-8077 or klyman@johnsoncountyiowa.gov
Under general supervision under the Public Health Director, coordinates department-wide efforts to ensure that performance management (PM) and quality improvement (QI) systems are developed, managed, and maintained using a data-driven focus that are aligned with department or programmatic strategic goals. Assists in coordinating department strategic planning. Provides leadership for PMQI policy development, project coordination; provides support for improving the essential public health services, and evaluates outcomes and impact on the community’s health; and researches and develops PMQI training programs.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Principles and practices of community health assessment, community health improvement plans, community-based interventions, social determinants of health, and evidenced-based health promotion programsPrinciples and practices of program evaluation, quality improvement, and performance managementPublic health functions and Essential Public Health ServicesPublic health organizations and programsPublic Health Workforce Core CompetenciesHealthy People 2030Public Health AccreditationChief Health StrategistPublic Health 3.0 Federal, state and private grant application and reporting practicesEnglish language to include grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and vocabulary skills Ability to: Promote a culture of quality in Johnson County Public HealthUse and contribute to developing research, evidence, practice-based insights, and other forms of information for decision making Apply principles of ethics, diversity, equity, inclusion and justice in designing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs and services. Engage in continuous improvement of policies, programs, services, and organizational performanceEvaluate, clarify, prioritize, and synthesize informationUse evaluation results to improve performanceCreate projections or models designed to represent a simplified version of the performance of projects (e.g. use cost-benefit and cost-utility analyses)Establish, support, and maintain a performance management and quality improvement systemProvide leadership and engage coalitions and groups to understand their common objectives and help them to plan and achieve objectives; remain ‘neutral’ and supportive in discussion Integrate systems thinking into public health practice (e.g. cross-programmatic and cross-organizational approaches)Ensure the measuring, reporting, and continuous improvement of organizational performanceSolve complex problems using an approach that understands human needs, creativity, and rapid iterationProvide customer service that is courteous and responsive Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy mannerMaintain confidentiality and security of information as appropriateBe detail-oriented and accurate while performing dutiesEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with health professionals, educators, appointed and elected officials, volunteer groups, community agencies, co-workers, and members of the public Interact effectively with persons from widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of viewDemonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing biasUse a computer for the purpose of data entry, spreadsheets, word processing, presentations, email and InternetOperate common office equipment such as calculators, fax and postage machines, photocopiers, tablets, and multi-line telephonesHandle low to moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the positionOrganize and present factual information and ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and individuals in formal and informal situationsFollow oral and written instructionsHave clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communicationHave sufficient vision which permits light to moderate production and review a wide variety of materials both in hardcopy and electronic formHave sufficient manual dexterity to make hand written notations and which permits moderate use of a keyboard and mouseStand, sit, squat, kneel, bend, twist, and reachLift and/or move up to 25 poundsHave sufficient personal mobility to complete work at various facilitiesWork flexible schedule and occasional overtime as needed
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Acts as the Accreditation Coordinator for JCPH and is the point of contact with Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). Ensures all necessary reports are submitted to PHAB to maintain the Department’s Accreditation Status. Increases the Performance Management and Quality Improvement (PMQI) capacity in order to measure public health program indicators. Increases capacity to evaluate the effectiveness of JCPH department, practices, partnerships, programs, use of resources, and impact the system improvements have on public health.Implements a performance management and improvement process that leads to a positive and measurable impact on the public health system.Develops and implements engagement processes that assure the informational exchange necessary to achieve appropriate plans and policies as well as identify potential barriers to new policy development and implementation.Coordinates JCPH’s performance and quality initiatives to ensure alignment and optimal use of resources.Acts as JCPH liaison with community partners as assigned, which may include: land use plan development, alternative transportation, parks and recreation, and similar city or county plans.Leads the core group of JCPH staff that make up the PMQI Committee. Designs, coordinates and/or delivers appropriate organization-wide PMQI training.Contributes to strategy development for achieving and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and competent public health workforce. Reports the status of PMQI efforts and impacts to Director.Identifies best performance and quality improvement practices, and makes recommendations for implementation.Assists with development of university undergraduate and graduate students completing internships and practicum experiences at JCPH.Represents the Department and participates in training/education opportunities, conferences, seminars and work-related meetings as requested.Performs all work activities in accordance with county policies, procedures, and safety practices.Attends work regularly at the designated place and time.Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application. For questions regarding this position please contact Kristy Lyman at 319-688-8077 or klyman@johnsoncountyiowa.gov
