What are the responsibilities and job description for the Injury Prevention Specialist position at Mercy?
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Overview:
The Injury Prevention Specialist will work directly with the Trauma Program tocoordinate Health Center andcommunity injury prevention/education programs with the goal to reduce preventable injuries. This position provides safety education to all age groups. They will also provide assistance with trauma specific community outreach events. He/she will also provide oversight and coordination of grant processes and deliverables related to injury prevention.
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
Licensure: Valid state-issues Driver's License.
Experience: Knowledge of safety, injury prevention, public relations and marketing. Minimum of two years' experience working with student and adult audiences. Experience with public speaking for both child and adult audiences.
Other: Strong interpersonal skills needed. Program development and implementation skills required. Ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences required. Ability to work in a team atmosphere is a must. Ability to communicate effectively and positively promote Mercy to all audiences. Should be self-motivated and organized. Computer skills required, especially Microsoft Office. Occasional travel is required. Routine evening and weekend work is required.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
