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Public Health Program Coordinator

Purchase District Health Department
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Public Health Program Coordinator
Full-Time Position
Location: Paducah-McCracken County Health Center
Pay Range: $19.15/hr (negotiable with experience)

Position Overview
Performs a variety of functions in health services program coordination / management in the areas of project management, policy and procedure development and interpretation, program development and coordinates program/project evaluation, documentation, technical assistance and representation of the department and organization networking.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

: ARE GENERAL STATEMENTS INDICATING THE LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY AND DISCRETION OF POSITIONS IN THAT JOB CLASSIFICATION.

  • Performs a variety of functions in health services program coordination / management in the areas of project management, policy and procedure development and interpretation, program development and coordinates program/project evaluation, documentation, technical assistance and representation of the department and organization networking.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE COMPREHENSIVE STATEMENTS OF THE MINIMUM BACKGROUND AS TO EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS WHICH WILL BE REQUIRED IN ALL CASES AS EVIDENCE OF AN APPOINTEE’S ABILITY TO PERFORM THE WORK PROPERLY.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s Degree

EXPERIENCE:

  • Two (2) years’ experience in a Public/Community health agency or health related position that would demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.

SUBSTITUTION CLAUSEEDUCATION:

  • Master’s Degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Nursing, Nutrition, Epidemiology or Environmental Health may substitute for one (1) year experience.

EXPERIENCE:

  • HS diploma/GED and combined education and experience totaling seven (7) years in a Public/Community health agency or health related position that would demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities will substitute for the minimum requirements.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.)

  • Specific programs may have specialized requirements that differ from those described.

POST EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:EMPLOYEES IN THIS CLASS WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CREDENTIALS OUTLINED BELOW WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, OR IF EMPLOYEES POSSESS SUCH CREDENTIALS AT THE TIME OF HIRE THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN THOSE CREDENTIALS SO LONG AS THEY ARE EMPLOYED IN THIS CAPACITY.

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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS DESCRIBING WHAT THE DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF ANY POSITION SHALL BE AND ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS LIMITING THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY’S ABILITY TO ADD TO, OR OTHERWISE ALTER THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A POSITION.

  • Coordinates the assigned program or health care projects providing services to clients needing treatment and/or other health care, recommends or develops policies and procedures and interprets their use to ensure compliance in maintaining program accountability and effectiveness, evaluates program/projects as required to improve the quality as well as quantity of service delivery, provides technical assistance to program and office staff in areas of expertise. Represents the department on inter-agency councils and committees and attends meetings relating to area of responsibility, maintains a collaborative relationship with health agencies, prepares statistical reports on program performance, needs, services, information and demographic data. Contributes to and ensures the evaluation of program performance, monitors program operations through on site visits, review of reports and records, provides information and interpretation of the assigned program/special projects to all departmental staff and to the general public and prepares program plans, policy manuals and other informational materials for distribution to staff, patients, clients and the general public to meet federal, state and agency reporting requirements. May Supervise.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND UNIQUE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: INCUMBENTS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL TYPICALLY PERFORM THEIR PRIMARY JOB DUTIES UNDER THESE CONDITIONS. THESE CONDITIONS MAY CHANGE ON OCCASION IN PERFORMING THE DUTIES OF AN INDIVIDUAL POSITION.

  • Work typically is spent inside the office.
  • May be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency’s policies.

THE LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, ANCESTRY OR VETERAN STATUS. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST.

Probationary Period:

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Why Join Purchase District Health Department?
If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying one of Kentucky’s most competitive public benefits packages, this role offers both professional purpose and long-term stability.

Holidays & Time Off
13 paid holidays, including Juneteenth, Veterans Day, and two days each for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s.
Accrual of 3.5 hours of vacation and 3.5 hours of sick leave per pay period.
Up to 12 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave available within your first year.
Additional leave for jury duty, voting, and inclement weather.

Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage
Low-premium medical plans starting as low as $20.88 per month for single coverage.
Employer-funded annual HRA allowance ($500–$1,000 depending on plan), with rollover up to $7,500.
HRA funds may be used for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses.
Preventive care covered at 100% across all plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts available.
Telehealth and virtual care options.
Prescription coverage with tiered copays.
Comprehensive mental and behavioral health services included.

Dental & Vision Benefits
Dental plans starting at $14 per month with 100% preventive coverage in-network.
Coverage for major services including crowns and oral surgery.
Vision coverage available for less than $6 per month (single coverage).
$150–$175 allowance for contacts, frames, and lenses.
Routine eye exams covered.

Retirement & Financial Security
6% pension contribution through the Kentucky Employee Retirement System (KERS).
Optional 401(k) and 457(b) plans.
Mileage reimbursement for approved travel.
$20,000 employer-paid life insurance with AD&D coverage.

Additional Fringe Benefits
Access to specialty surgical programs under eligible plans.
24/7 virtual medical and behavioral health visits.
Chronic disease management and diabetes support programs.
Maternity and family support services.
Joint and musculoskeletal virtual therapy options.
Tobacco cessation programs.
Wellness incentives offering cash rewards and potential premium reductions.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance