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Nurse Supervisor-Fulton County

Apply at https://KOG.CHFS.KY.GOV/HOME Create a citizen’s account and search LHDCOS (search and apply) Completed application must be submitted by date specified. Transcripts must be uploaded before the close date of the advertisement if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience.  Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Purchase District Health Department is accepting applications for a full time Nurse Supervisor at the Fulton County Health Department.

This position closes on 03/25/2024

General Duties include: This position under limited supervision provides direct supervision of assigned agency staff, including the completion of performance evaluations. May serves as area liaison for additional health department programs. Assures that accurate information is documented appropriately according to program standards. Prepares programmatic reports as required by the local, state or federal guidelines. Participates in Bioterrorism and Emergency Preparedness activities. Provides direct client care such as child and adult immunizations, WIC services, family planning, screenings for things such as TB, cancer & STDs, may provide community health education. This is a position for public health nursing and focuses on preventative care.

Minimum Education, Training or Experience: See special requirements and five (5) years of Registered Nurse (RN) experience.

Substitution for Education, Training or Experience: BSN may substitute for two (2) year required experience. Masters Degree in Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education or Public Health may substitute for three (3) years of experience.

Special Requirements: (Age, Licensure, Regulation, Etc.) Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state.

Starting Salary: $28.79-$35.80/hr negotiable with additional experience. 5% increase at successful completion of probationary period. Grade 23

Transcripts must be provided if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded but can be unofficial. Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing. Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Administrative Specialist I-payroll & human resources

Apply at https://KOG.CHFS.KY.GOV/HOME Create a citizen’s account and search LHDCOS (search and apply) Completed application must be submitted by date specified. Transcripts must be uploaded before the close date of the advertisement if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience.  Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

Administrative Specialist I-Payroll & Human Resources

The Purchase District Health Department is accepting applications for a Full Time Administrative Specialist I-Payroll & Human Resources

 

General Duties include: Provides personal assistance, administrative support, and advanced secretarial/clerical support to an upper- level manager in a small office or agency at a level that requires independent judgment and initiative.

Organizes and coordinates daily activities of the agency, completes and maintains various office records, participates in the development of office procedures, coordinates unique projects and special events, maintains stock of office supplies, equipment and forms, assists the director or immediate supervisor in organizing and executing routine activities in personnel, budgets and payroll. Represents the manager in various matters, conducts extensive research to compile information needed to generate reports and is primary contact with vendors and completes special projects as assigned.

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Minimum Education, Training or Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Health, Community Health, Accounting, Human Resource management, Computer Science, or related degree

OR

High School Diploma or GED and five (5) years of experience in administrative responsibilities such as budgeting, personnel planning, or closely related activities. Education in the subjects listed above will substitute for the experience on a year for year basis not to exceed four (4) years.

 

Substitution for Education, Training or Experience: N/A

 

Starting Salary: $17.04-$21.19/hr negotiable with additional experience. 5% increase at 6 mos. Grade 14

 

Apply at https://KOG.CHFS.KY.GOV/HOME. Create a citizen account and search LHDCOS (search and apply) Completed application must be submitted by 04/01/2024. Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

Dental Community Health Worker

Dental Community Health Worker

APPLICATION SUBMISSION: Submit Application fillable by email to kkrolikowski@purchasehealth.org

Dental Community Health Worker

Full-time (1500 hours per year) with benefits, $14 per hour. 60 unpaid days per year that typically align with the school schedule. 37.5 hours a week. May be changed to be a fulltime 1950 hour position.

CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK:

For many people, gaining access to dental care isn’t simply a matter of finding the nearest dentist. Some may face language and cultural issues that keep them from connecting with dental providers. Others may lack insurance coverage, transportation, or childcare that would make it easier for them to visit the dentist.

The Community Dental Health Worker will work in school and local health department settings to help patients navigate the oral health care system.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

  • Work under the Floss and Gloss Program (in-school preventative dental service) supervision
  • Operate within the structure of state dental practice acts
  • Address social, environmental, and health literacy issues
  • Provide effective dental health education
  • Help people develop goals to improve their oral health
  • Coordinate care under Floss and Gloss Program instructions
  • Help patients navigate the complexities of the healthcare system
  • Provide appropriate clinical services as needed
  • Monitors the delivery and outcome of services
  • Stay informed of changes to dental insurance and healthcare systems
  • Completes documentation as required (Computer literacy required)
  • Participates in staff community and statewide workgroup meetings
  • Performs related work as required
  • Coordinate and perform community events as directed: Back-to-School events, Oral Health Education events, etc.

KNOWLEDGES SKILLS AND ABILITES:

  • Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to exercise judgment and sensitivity when investigating the background of patients and determining their needs
  • Ability to maintain confidential materials
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Ability to operate office equipment (e.g., computer software, telephone, interpreter phones, copier, fax, and other electronic communication methods)
  • Ability to gather and analyze data
  • Must be able to work independently on assigned tasks

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma or its equivalent (required)
  • Must be willing to obtain and maintain a Community Health Worker Certificate
  • Previous work experience participating in community outreach, conducting health promotion activities, or assisting patients with navigating the healthcare system, in a community health or social services setting. (preferred)

Health Educator I

Apply at https://KOG.CHFS.KY.GOV/HOME. Create a citizen’s account and search LHDCOS (search and apply) Completed application must be submitted by 04/01/2024 Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Purchase District Health Department is accepting applications for a Full Time Health Educator I.

 

General Duties include:  This position serves under the direction of the Health Education Director.  Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Attend orientation sessions to develop an understanding of the role of the clinic in health assessment problems.  Meet with members of the community to establish a working relationship and become familiar with available community resources.  Assist in exchanging information with various organizations and agencies concerning health needs of the community and assist in assembling materials to be utilized.  Gather health information for the public relative to the specialized program.  Distribute health education materials by a variety of methods.  Provide services according to the guidelines set by the Core Clinical Service Guide (CCSG) /Administrative Reference (AR).  Participate as a team member, having a basic understanding of the team process.  Demonstrate an awareness of public service announcements (PSA) and assist in writing public service announcements for radio and television.  Submit written material to assigned supervisor for approval.  Determine working contacts with radio, TV and newspaper personnel.  Collect and analyze data for health program needs.

 

Minimum Education, Training or Experience:  Bachelors Degree

 

Substitution for Education, Training or Experience:  N/A

 

Starting Salary:  $18.07-$22.46/hr negotiable with additional experience.  Grade 15

Base county of work is McCracken County but will be required to travel to all five counties of the district. Mileage is reimbursed based on state rate.

Apply at https://KOG.CHFS.KY.GOV/HOME. Create a citizen’s account and search LHDCOS (search and apply) Completed application must be submitted by 04/01/2024. Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

HANDS Parent Specialist

Apply at https://KOG.CHFS.KY.GOV/HOME Create a citizen’s account and search LHDCOS (search and apply) Completed application must be submitted by date specified. Transcripts must be uploaded before the close date of the advertisement if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience.  Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Purchase District Health Department is accepting applications for a FT HANDS Specialist I

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

General Duties include:  This position serves under the direction of the Director or other appropriate coordinator/supervisor assigned.  Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to; Conduct parent visit assessment/survey within 30 days of receiving, after review of prenatal or birth records from the hospital or clinic, to determine eligibility for early childhood education and family support services of infants and toddlers from birth up to three (3) years of age.  Conduct interviews to promote outreach activities in family homes or community setting to educate parents in coping techniques and to take an active role in accessing resources or assistance with referrals for appropriate education and nutrition of their child.  May develop and distribute informational materials that meet program guidelines. Keeps accurate logs of service visits, schedules and charting, prepare reports and analyses set forth in Health Access Nurturing Development Services (HANDS) program policy and guidelines. Interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures and provide administrative assistance or guidance to departmental staff, which may include but is not limited to; monitor, evaluate and participate in modifications regarding program requirements.  Review records and reports submitted by program requests or agency staff and ensure compliance with federal and state law regulation and policies.  May conduct ongoing home visitation on an as needed basis.

 

Minimum Education, Training or Experience:  Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Nursing, Early Childhood Education

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in Social or Behavioral Science or related field with one (1) year experience performing case management services

 

Substitution for Education:

Associate Degree in Nursing with licensure in Kentucky or compact state and two (2) years of public health experience.

 

Special Program Requirements:  Meets education requirement per 902 KAR 4:120.

 

Starting Salary:  $17.04-$21.19/hr negotiable with additional experience.  5% increase at successful completion of 6 mos probationary period. Grade 14

 

Apply at https://KOG.CHFS.KY.GOV/HOME. Create a citizen account and search LHDCOS (search and apply) Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

HANDS Supervisor

Apply at https://KOG.CHFS.KY.GOV/HOME Create a citizen’s account and search LHDCOS (search and apply) Completed application must be submitted by date specified. Transcripts must be uploaded before the close date of the advertisement if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience.  Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

HANDS Supervisor

 

Using expertise of the program, perform duties related to supervising the daily administration and program staff in Health Access Nurturing Development Services (HANDS) program. Provide early childhood education and support services to eligible clients involving infant and toddlers from birth up to three (3) years of age and/or referrals to other agency health care programs and services. Prepare statistical program reports, assisting with preparation of program budgets as required and providing coordination of program services with other programs or agencies. May provide home visits virtually or in person of HANDS participants. Open until filled.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Nursing. See special requirements.

EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of professional experience in public or community health agency or similar capacity that would demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.

SUBSTITUTION CLAUSE: See below.

EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Public Health, Business Administration or Human Services related field may substitute for one (1) year experience.

EXPERIENCE: Associate Degree in Nursing with Licensure in Kentucky or compact state and five (5) years of professional experience in public health, community health agency or similar capacity that would demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities will sub for education and experience requirement.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.) Must be a licensed Social Worker or licensed Registered Nurse in Kentucky or compact state to supervise and conduct performance evaluations for staff that delivers direct services.

Transcripts must be uploaded when education is a requirement or substitution.

SALARY: (MIN-MID) $21.52-$26.75 Grade 18

5% increase at the successful completion of a 6 mos probationary period.

 

Location: Purchase District Health Department location in Paducah KY, serves families in all 5 counties of Purchase District. Paid travel time and mileage when traveling between counties or for work based on state determined rate.

 

Apply at https://KOG.CHFS.KY.GOV/HOME Create a citizen’s account and search LHDCOS (search and apply) Completed application must be submitted by date specified. Transcripts must be uploaded before the close date of the advertisement if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience.  Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

PRN Dental Hygienist

APPLICATION SUBMISSION: Download the Application fillable and submit by email to kkrolikowski@purchasehealth.org. 

Description

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORK

 

Under close supervision, performs patient-related dental work.
Responsible for providing public health dental services in school locations for PDHD.

Examples of Duties

EXAMPLES OF THE WORK (These statements are intended to be illustrations of the work of this class.)

Cleans patients’ teeth.
Charts patients’ conditions for diagnosis and treatment by the dentist.
Applies medicaments to the teeth and oral tissue, removes sutures, and places sealants on affected area, as directed by the dentist.
Sterilizes instruments by appropriate techniques.
Performs routine maintenance on dental equipment.
Reviews patient health history for completeness and accuracy and records treatment provided.
Provides oral hygiene instructions and uses appropriate techniques to motivate patient to improve and maintain oral health.
Provides dietary counseling and develops individualized oral hygiene program for patient’s home care.
Participates, as necessary, in meetings, seminars and initiatives.
Adheres to standard precautions.
Performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from an accredited two-year dental hygiene program.
Must obtain CPR certification by the end of the probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment.

License to practice public health dental hygiene in the State of Kentucky within 2mos of hire date.
Must be available to work a varied schedule, PRN.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

 

Responds to patient and PDHD needs via telephone, internet, fax, computer software and in person.

Spends extended periods of time sitting, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending, and reaching.

Identifies medical/dental record documentation, requests, and/or releases.

Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE), as mandated by OSHA and/or PDHD.

 

PRN; rate of pay is $30.00 per hour.

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