ADRC Prevention Coordinator

overview

reporting to the respective program supervisor, the prevention program coordinator plans, implements, and evaluates prevention programs in order to retain or improve functioning and to delay or prevent the need for comprehensive long-term care services for the target populations serving outagamie county.

hours: monday - friday 8-4:30 with possibilities of comp time

• plans, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive chronic disease prevention program focusing on modifiable risk factors. Utilizes programs already developed within the state of wisconsin and research prevention models/programs developed elsewhere.
• collaborates prevention program planning and service activities with public health agencies and other entities that have public prevention, early intervention, disease management and/or health literacy focus to avoid duplication of programs and best meet the needs of the target populations.
• evaluates the effectiveness of aging and disability resource center (adrc) prevention programs utilizing evidence-based programs whenever possible, collecting data and reporting on program outcomes.
• acts as a resource person on prevention for target populations with community groups, public agencies, and professional organizations.
• conducts and/or arranges in-service training for adrc staff on current trends in public health education.
• participates in public health promotion and marketing efforts to increase awareness and understanding of health programs, services, and activities.
• make referrals to other agencies for additional services as requested or as appropriate.
• maintain working relationships with other human services, medical, and social services agencies at various locations and levels of authority.
• provide educational presentations to other agencies, organizations, and the general public. Participate in community events and outreach.
• attend unit/division meetings, client/customer/participant collaboration meetings, and other meetings as required.
• maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• perform other duties as assigned.

• bachelor’s degree is required, with a major in public health education or related field.
• two years of public health experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience preferred.
• two years of experience working with the target population preferred.
• must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• knowledge of and demonstrated ability to conform to goals, policies, and procedures.
• skill in organization including paperwork, time management and prioritization of crisis demands.
• ability to operate a variety of office equipment including personal computer, photocopier, fax machine, telephone, and the software programs utilized by the department.
• ability to transport oneself from location to location in an efficient and expedient manner.
• ability to adhere to professional ethics and standards.
• ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, calculate decimals and percent's, and make use of the principles of descriptive statistics.
• ability to recruit community partners and program participants; establish and maintain effective working relationships with system partners.
• ability to work well in a team environment.
• knowledge and understanding of health education and health promotion techniques.
• excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner, tailoring the message to intended audience.
• good public speaking ability.
• competence in strategic planning.
• ability to lift, carry, push and move objects up to 20 pounds, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.

this position offers a full benefits package.

outagamie county is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the americans with disabilities act, the county will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.