District Program Director
District Program Director
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Description
Pay Grade: Q
Connect passion with purpose. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to the health of the population of Georgia as our work impacts past present and future generations.
What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule unique training opportunities engaging worksite wellness events wellness breaks lactation rooms employee retirement plan deferred compensation 13 paid holidays vacation and sick leave dental vision long term care and life insurance; in addition to telework opportunities depending on the position.
Make your mark in public service. As an accredited public health department were seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Program Director with the Fulton Health District.
Wont you join usJob Responsibilities
Oversees develops and implements related policies and procedures. Plans organizes directs and coordinates the delivery of health services. Monitors and evaluates healthcare programs. Provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Assures that community health care services are adequate appropriate and accessible- Manages Epidemiology Environmental Health Emergency Preparedness Health Promotion Performance Management & Strategy and Women Infants & Children (WIC)
- Develop long and short-term goals for the health agency and participates in the agencys strategic and operational planning
- Interviews hires directs trains evaluates the performance of and when necessary disciplines and discharges health care employees
- Maintains awareness of advances in medicine computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment data processing technology government regulations health insurance charges and financing options
- Directs administrative activities for health care employees
- Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of services and programs
- Oversees the planning development scheduling and implementation of healthcare programs and activities
- Participates in the development and administration of budgets
- Performs community assessments and develops policies and plans based ondata collection activity reports planning documents program plans and objectives
- Plans and organizes program structure and policies to meet organizational and programmatic objectives
- Plans organizes and directs the work of the unit(s) to provide continuous active treatment to the patients served
- Set priorities and implements goals and objectives to meet or resolve identified health problems
- Provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate degree in a related filed from an accredited college or university AND Four years of management/supervisory experience in health care services OR Two years at the lower level (HCM013) or position equivalent
OR
Masters degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Five years of management/supervisory experience in health care services
OR
Bachelors degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Six years of management/supervisory experience in health care services.
OR
Two years of experience at the lower level Sr Mgr Hlth Care (HCM013) or position equivalent.
Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure.Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree diploma licensure etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance is not provided.
As an employee of DPH in the event of an identified emergency you may be required as a term and condition of employment to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA) email request by the closing date of this announcement to:
DPH is an Equal Opportunity EmployerADA Statement
The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services programs activities and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA) email request by the closing date of this announcement to:
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
