This is a professional position located within the Bureau of Preparedness and Response; the position is responsible to provide assistance in the implementation, management, and coordination of the programs and activities within the County Health Department (CHD) Preparedness and Support Unit. Work may be required beyond normal business hours/days. The duties and responsibilities for this position are:
• Assist in establishing and implementing activities: Unit’s meetings, trainings and conference calls, state and local staff travel, weekly activity reports, Bureau’s reports and information requests within the Florida Department of Health; and coordinate large-scale meetings and events for the Bureau to include meeting planning, logistics,
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• Provides assistance to the Project Public Health Ready State Coordinator in the management and operations of the program.
• Provides assistance to the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) program State Coordinator in the management and operations of the program: maintain program events and activities in the Unit’s calendar, participate in county operational reviews and maintain documentation, conduct county site visits to assist the CRI State Coordinator, participate in the program conference calls, and assist to develop guides and training materials.
• Assist in reviewing plans and inforamtion from county health deparments; and assist in analizing information and providing recommendations for technical
One of the first responsibilities is: “Assess Needs, Resources, and Capacity for Health Education/Promotion responsibilities” within this responsibility, the Education specialist must be competent to “Plan Assessment Process” (NCHEC, n.d., p. 1). The plan Assessment process is the process in which the educator analyzes the subject that is being assessed and then applies learned models to develop plans—which then leads the educator into collecting data to further assist the educator in a developing an adequate plan (NCHEC, n.d. ).
The goal of 2011 of the National Preparedness Goal, and a month later by the National Preparedness System (NPS). ‘Prepare’, or ‘preparedness’ is a key term here, as is ‘risk’. In order to properly examine the National Preparedness System these terms… (2011 National Preparedness Goal). The National Preparedness Goal can only work in risk management planning with prudency coupled with dispensation of resources at the local levels. Depending on the budgetary issues the financial appropriation might not be enough to sustain a carefully planned risk management. The forefront for the local authorities to mitigate against risk is funding. Of the pro at the community level are the loyalties of its employees of the local government and local community, and on hand resources that amplifies its footprint with the community in making sure that there is an uninterrupted continuation of life. The local government can device a well thought out plan to activate most of its resources when the alarms are sounded of a pending
208). This in turn will allow me to identify populations of interest and those which are at risk for health issues. In addition, providing education to my patients and the community about available resources, will help prevent illnesses, and promote wellness. Lastly, by using the 17 public health interventions, I will be able to use a variety of interventions to help improve the quality of care I provide to my patients (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2014, pp.
throughout the state. These trainings provide Promotoras with CEU’s, allowing them to maintain their certification and continue community outreach efforts. During the 2011 fiscal year, the state health department will revise the curriculum so that it can
How will you contribute to the mission of the National Health Service Corps in providing care to underserved communities?
J, & Torrens, P. R., (2008). Introduction to Health Services . 7th Ed. Thomas Delmar Learning. Retrieved from: https://www.betheluniversityonline.net/cps
Develop and maintain a list of individuals and organizations, including residents, as a resource for a variety of communication, marketing, promotion and development purposes. Communicate regularly through things such as meetings and newsletters
In order to best serve the community’s health needs, it is vital to assess who would most benefit from increased care coordination and improvement changes. Preventative health information will be most beneficial and applicable to vulnerable populations such as disabled pediatrics and their families. Disabled and chronically ill children and their families often require multiple services, providers, and resources. Examples of children and families with multiple needs which would benefit from the preventative health improvement plan include a child who, has been newly diagnosed, has a progressive condition, or which is being cared for by a parent who demonstrates a lack of knowledge. This community preventative health project may also promote health outcomes for individuals with chronic diseases such as
Places advertisements, attends job fairs, however in this instance they will lead the in-house recruitment efforts. Interviews candidates and refers them to the appropriate clinical service. They are familiar with a variety of the field 's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Reports to the
Public health advisors prepares professionals reports about assigned studies, findings, approaches, methodologies and recommendations. In order to do this, they analyze public health data, interpret complex policies and review regulatory statutes. Public health advisors identify and assess information needs and data requirements to allocate appropriate resources and assignments. They are senior level evaluators who conducts studies on target public health programs and departments. They work with regional programs, initiatives and assigned administrative branches. They help create and support national goals, projects, operating standards, internal policies, strategic plans and federal priorities. They maintain relationships with local, state and
It is my duty to conduct outreach in populations that are hard to reach like in rural and urban communities. In the rural communities, individuals have little to no access to computers and social interactions as well as limited public transportation; which limits their ability to receive resources that are beneficial for their lives. Meanwhile, in urban communities, individuals have access to computers and social interactions and access to public transportation, but lack the finances to obtain these valuable resources. Both communities experience these barriers interchangeably none of which is excluded. It is also my duty, to assist and enroll individuals in public health services such as: The Affordable Care Act (ACA), Medicaid, and
Implementation and Operation, including Environmental Responsibilities, Training and Awareness, Communication, Document and Operational Control, and Emergency Preparedness and Response
According to Marcus (2007), the implementation of health programs requires logistical support like any other project depending on its intended outcomes. The logistical part is composed of supplying operating resources to experts within the centers, investment in promotional activities and application of resources to mobilize the communities to engage in the program during the five weeks. Funding and training require time for clearance and completion of courses respectively so logistical processes must begin and different times depending on their duration and required availability during the program.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (n.d.). Community Health Resources. Retrieved March 4, 2011, from http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/DACH_CHAPS/Default/LinksHealthTopic.aspx?topic=4#7
A community's members are a rich source of knowledge about their community and of energy and commitment to that community. When public health professionals envision a program to address health issues in a particular community, tapping into the community's expertise and enthusiasm is frequently an essential issue. Genuine participation by community members, including youth, is the key. Community members control the project at the same time that professional partners build the community's capacity to make informed decisions and to take collective action.