Public Health Specialist II - Limited Service
State Of Vermont Dept Health, Waterbury Center, VT, United States
The You First team is seeking a dedicated Lifestyle Program Specialist to support our heart health initiative. This role involves working directly with program members to enhance their health and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease through personalized support and resources.
Responsibilities
Review cardiovascular risk assessments (blood pressure, A1C, cholesterol, health history, and social determinants of health)
Utilize motivational interviewing techniques
Provide personalized health coaching to support lifestyle changes
Facilitate access to resources such as fresh produce (farmers markets/CSAs) and physical activity opportunities (walking programs, gym memberships, exercise classes)
Manage relationships with state vendors.
Perform documentation and administrative tasks.
Member interaction is primarily conducted by phone and email. This position is funded by a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This is a hybrid position based in Waterbury, VT.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years or more of experience in public health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.
OR Associate degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social work, social sciences related fields or health-related fields and two (2) years or more of experience in public health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.
OR Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields and one (1) year or more of experience in public health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.
OR Master’s degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields.
OR One (1) year or more of experience as Public Health Specialist I.
Benefits
80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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Responsibilities
Review cardiovascular risk assessments (blood pressure, A1C, cholesterol, health history, and social determinants of health)
Utilize motivational interviewing techniques
Provide personalized health coaching to support lifestyle changes
Facilitate access to resources such as fresh produce (farmers markets/CSAs) and physical activity opportunities (walking programs, gym memberships, exercise classes)
Manage relationships with state vendors.
Perform documentation and administrative tasks.
Member interaction is primarily conducted by phone and email. This position is funded by a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This is a hybrid position based in Waterbury, VT.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years or more of experience in public health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.
OR Associate degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social work, social sciences related fields or health-related fields and two (2) years or more of experience in public health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.
OR Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields and one (1) year or more of experience in public health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.
OR Master’s degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields.
OR One (1) year or more of experience as Public Health Specialist I.
Benefits
80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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