Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $25.40/hour - $29.21/hour. This is a non-exempt position.

Why Work Here? Be Valued!

As a public service agency, we know our greatest assets are the people behind the service. We recognize the value of our employees through competitive pay and an amazing benefit package for staff and their family. Franklin County Public Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce.

The FCPH value statement says it all: We serve our communities, our organization, and each other with Integrity, Accountability, Excellence, Respect and Humility.

Franklin County Public Health provides:

• Schedules to support a work/life balance.
• Robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program, parental leave and a flexible spending account.
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability options are also offered.
• Vacation time, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• And much more!

NOW HIRING: Community Health Action Team (CHAT) Coordinator

The Community Health Action Team (CHAT) Coordinator supports the CHATs, a partnership between Franklin County Public Health and local communities to address public health issues with community-based and evidence-informed strategies. Participates in the development and administration of planning focused on population-based concerns around health and wellness or disease prevention services designed to benefit local communities. Creates partnerships and communicates with community members to successfully implement and deliver evidence-informed programming.

Duties Include:

• Develops, facilitates, and maintains community coalitions. Communicates and facilitates partnerships with agencies, schools, and/or organizations to identify community needs and promote active community health programs, education, and initiatives while integrating the social determinants of health and health equity.
• Participates in planning and administering new program development (e.g., assesses community needs and proposes new programs, identifies possible barriers to programs, assists with budget development of programs, recommends policies and procedures, monitors implementation of projects, evaluates the effectiveness of projects, creates educational materials, trains staff and community)
• Assesses the health needs of certain populations and communities, analyzes, and evaluates programs and policies, and uses the assessment information to develop plans to carry out the FCPH public health objectives. Guides community partners through health planning processes to improve local outcomes, develop recommendations for utilization of existing community resources and adoption of new action plans to improve health.
• Coordinates grants and grant activities related to population health, increasing health education and promotion.
• Communicates with staff, citizens, partners, and stakeholders to obtain or disseminate information related to community health planning and assessment. Facilitates ongoing communication and follow-up with community members.
• Represents Franklin County Public Health at various public meetings, events, and with community groups. Provides information, literature, and technical assistance to groups concerning public health community projects, planning efforts, and/or other FCPH projects. Communicates with other agencies, schools and/or organizations to identify community needs and promote programs.
• Provides guidance to organizational partners, public agencies, health care providers, institutes, and community residents on issues related to community health assessment and planning. Assures the alignment of community planning with FCPH’s health improvement and strategic plans. Provides data and status reports as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2 years related experience and/or training.
• Ohio Driver’s License.

Hiring Wage Range : $25.40/hour - $29.21/hour. This is a non-exempt position.

Interested applicants should apply at with

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Completed FCPH application (located:

Deadline for Applying : Internal applicants (10/09/2024); External applicants (until filled)

No phone calls please.

Franklin County Public Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Learn more at

FCPH is committed to providing a healthy work environment for all employees, and all employees agree to be non-tobacco users as a condition of employment (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, vapor, etc.). All applicants offered positions with FCPH must submit to and pass a drug and alcohol screen before beginning work.

Applicants with disabilities may contact Victoria Bradley, HR Generalist at victoriabradley@franklincountyohio.gov or 614-301-2100 to request and arrange for accommodations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position.

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