Health Program Supervisor – Prevention and Community Health

Location: Northern

* Grand Traverse County is a team of passionate and incredible people who are committed to providing responsive, effective quality service to our up-north community.  We strive to be a leader in innovative, effective, collaborative, and sustainable county government.  We offer stable work environments and competitive salaries to both full- time and part-time employees.  Understanding the many challenges facing today’s professionals and families, we offer a competitive compensation package including an impressive list of benefits and time off.

* Job Description:

The Primary function of the Supervisor of Prevention and Community Health is to oversee and supervise staff engaged in the daily operations of the of public health programs focused on immunizations, communicable disease control, HIV/STD, and reproductive health services. This role ensures compliance with all applicable public health statutes, laws, regulations, codes, and other requirements by fostering staff development and mentorship.

Responsible for interpreting, reviewing, and enforcing policies, while providing technical leadership to maintain compliance with state accreditation minimum program requirements (MPRs) and program objectives. Initiates corrective actions as needed to resolve issues or improve outcomes. Supports the Director of Prevention and Community Health in the development, evaluation, and implementation of programs, plans, budgets and policies. A nursing background is strongly preferred, along with demonstrated experience in vaccine administration or reproductive health and STI services.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a commitment to evidence-based public health practices.  Employees must meet the minimum requirements, conditions of employment, and be able to successfully perform all essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. This position may require irregular hours. This position may require travel by the employee in the employee's own vehicle.

** PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** *(may include but are not limited to the following)
** Supervises designated public health staff, including interviewing and selecting of job applicants, training, overseeing work, and establishing and evaluating appropriate performance standards in accordance with Health Department and County objectives.
* Plans and administers health service and community outreach programs within assigned area, including establishing priorities, monitoring, and evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of programs, and developing and implementing plans to improve services.
* Reviews potential client eligibility for participation in applicable health program(s) and makes determinations on program acceptance; performs client assessments to determine specialized needs.
* Monitors program compliance with applicable program policies and procedures.
* Assists in the review, development, and implementation of policies, procedures, processes, and guidelines in compliance under the supervision of the Director of Community Health and County Health Officer.
* Prepares staff and program for mandated evaluations and accreditation reviews; develops corrective action plans in areas found to be in non-compliance.
* Monitors program caseload and client participation to ensure program maintains fiscal soundness; adjusts as appropriate based on caseload and participation analysis results.
* Provides consultation and recommendations for health programs and/or referrals according to policies and procedures and maintains confidential medical and health records.
* Prepares and monitors program funding and budget, reviews and approves expenditures, and identifies and reports potential financial overruns and variances at an early stage.
* Monitors and maintains appropriate levels of supplies and materials in support of unit operations and activities.
* Assists with researching, writing, and coordinating grants, including monitoring grant expenditures, and preparing grant reports.
* Participates in and/or reports to a variety of meetings, committees, professional associations, Boards, and/or other related groups.

** EDUCATION, FORMAL TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE** *(minimum requirements)
** Bachelor's degree in nursing or related clinical field required. Master’s Degree preferred.
* Two to four years of progressively responsible, directly related experience required.
* Two years supervisory experience in a…