Minnesota Department of Health CHS Mailbag and Calendar Update

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 BULLETIN POSTINGS

 

Public Health Director/CHS Administrator for Waseca County
Public Health Director directs, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive public health services program designed to meet community health needs within the framework established by the County Board. Administers the LeSueur-Waseca Community Health Services under the LeSueur-Waseca Community Health Board, and performs other duties as...
Contact: Marilyn Wilkus | 507-837-5341 | marilyn.wilkus@co.waseca.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.waseca.mn.us

Hearing and Vision Screening I, Wednesday, October 10, 2013
The Hearing and Vision Screening Workshop I- Basic Level covers best practices for hearing and vision screenings in children. The workshop includes recent updates and advances in hearing and vision screening and criteria for referral. This workshop is especially designed for those new to hearing and vision screening, including nurses, clinic...
Start & End Date: 10/10/2013 - 10/10/2013
Contact: Sheila Blackman | 651-201-3735 | sheila.blackman@state.mn.us
Web site: https://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/cfh/connect/index.cfm?article=mchedtrain.offerings

Public Health Educator for Meeker County Public Health
Duties include providing health education services to Meeker County residents in the areas of chemical health prevention, community collaboration and general health promotion....
Contact: Cheryl Bruggemeier | 320-693-5203 | cheryl.brueggemeier@co.meeker.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.meeker.mn.us

Webinar: Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security
Webinar: Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Safety Thursday, August 22, 2013 | 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security webinar presentation will include an introduction to the concept of food security and provide an overview of how climate change will impact agricultural production and food security. Climate...
Start & End Date: 08/22/2013 - 08/22/2013
Contact: Katie Muehe | 651-201-4898 | katie.muehe@state.mn.us
Web site: https://health-state-mn-ustraining.webex.com/health-state-mn-ustraining/j.php?ED=151206037&RG=1&UID=1178501677&RT=MiM3 

Children's Mental Health Care Worker (Spanish Bilingual) for Hennepin County
We encourage you to send this notification along to anyone you know who might be interested in this position. Thank you for your interest in Hennepin County employment opportunities. Children's Mental Health Care Worker (Spanish Bilingual) - Hennepin County, Minneapolis, MN Hennepin County’s Children's Mental Health Care...
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.mn.us
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs

Public Health Nurse for Hennepin County
Public Health Nurse -- Hennepin County, Minneapolis, MNwww.hennepin.jobs Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health has an opening for a Public Health Nurse in the Health Care for the Homeless Project. The person hired will Best qualified candidates will have graduated from an approved school of nursing with a bachelor's degree or...
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.mn.us
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs 

 

Public Health Disease Prevention & Control Program Coordinator for Dakota County Public Health
Incumbent is responsible for planning, implementation and evaluation of processes for the public health disease prevention and control program. Incumbent works alone under delegation of authority of Public Health Supervisor or as part of a team concerned with health matters and potential pandemic threats to the community. ...
Contact: Wendy Johnson | 651-438-4557 | wendy.johnson@co.dakota.mn.us
Web site: http://www.dakotacounty.us

Public Health Division Director for St. Louis County
Responsible professional work involving administration of the Public Health Division in the Public Health and Human Services Department. Distinguishing Features of Work: An employee in this class is responsible for administration of the Public Health Division. Primary responsibilities include the following: Plans, formulates, implements and...
Contact: Christina Schowalter | 218-725-5058 | Schowalterc@stlouiscountymn.gov
Web site: http://stlouiscountymn.gov/GOVERNMENT/Employment/CurrentJobPostings.aspx

Integrated Health Care MH PROG CONSULT for DHS Adult Mental Health Division
This position will work with the clinical services policy team to act as a program and policy consultant and provide technical assistance for treatment services of persons with mental illness and other co-occurring disorders. This position will identify and interpret best practices research to foster and support positive health and recovery...
Contact: Not available
Web site: https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting/f05f451fb19b09ac744e21472e5b032e/View

Updated WIC Reports and Data Web Pages
MDH WIC staff reorganized the WIC website to make reports and data easier to find. Often-requested topics like Participation, Breastfeeding, Race/Ethnicity, and Weight Status are available. Many other reports can be made available through your local WIC Coordinator. Please take a look at the newly reorganized pages: Local Agency Home...
Contact: | 651-201-4408 | deb.grundmanis@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/wic/localagency/index.html 

 

Public Health Planner for Carver County Public Health Department
Under the direction of the Public Health Planning & Promotion Unit Supervisor, the Public Health Planner will assess public health needs and research, plan, design, implement, and evaluate public health programs and policies, for all areas of the Carver County Public Health Department. ...
Contact: Carver County Employee Relations | 952-361-1525 | employeerelations@co.carver.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.carver.mn.us 

 

On-Call Registered Dietician for Dakota County Public Health
The purpose of this position is to provide nutrition focused health services to high-risk populations of infants; children; women who are prenatal, postpartum, or breastfeeding in WIC clinic. This position provides guidance and serves as a resource for WIC Program staff and other public health staff. This position utilizes a variety of strategies...
Contact: Wendy Johnson | 651-438-4557 | wendy.johnson@co.dakota.mn.us
Web site: http://www.dakotacounty.us

Public Health Division Director - Duluth for St. Louis County
An employee in this class is responsible for administration of the Public Health Division. Primary responsibilities include the following: Plans, formulates, implements and oversees specific programs and activities and administers policies and procedures used in program implementation: plans and prepares the division budget and directs and monitors...
Contact: Not available
Web site: http://stlouiscountymn.gov/GOVERNMENT/Employment/CurrentJobPostings.aspx

Public Health Nurse for Goodhue County Health and Human Services
This employee is responsible for client care in a community health services/public health nursing program; works with local hospitals, nursing homes and other agencies in providing public health nursing services to communities, families and individuals. The public health nurse assesses client's needs and level of service required and coordinates...
Contact: Glover Beverly | 651-385-6122 | bev.glover@co.goodhue.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.goodhue.mn.us

Public Health Nurse for Southwest Health and Human Services
Are you tired of working nights and weekends? Find full-time employment at Southwest Health and Human Services, Monday – Friday with flexible day time hours in our Murray County office location. We are looking for a public health nurse who is resourceful and can work independently. The work is in a variety of public health...
Contact: Kristin Deacon | 507-836-6486 | kristin.deacon@swmhhs.com
Web site: http://www.swmhhs.com

Public Health Nurse for Le Sueur County Public Health
Le Sueur County Public Health has an opening for a full time PHN. Position responsible for completing assessments and screenings to determine eligibility for the waiver programs. Provides service coordination and case management to assure the health and safety of Le Sueur County elderly and disabled residents in the community...
Contact: Cindy Westerhouse | 507-357-8517 | cwesterhouse@co.le-sueur.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.le-sueur.mn.us 

 


Public Health Educator for Isanti County
Isanti County Public Health has an opening for a full time Health Education Coordinator. Duties include working with the State Wide Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) in the areas of obesity reduction, promotion of physical activity and tobacco reduction strategies for the community. This position will be part of a 5 County SHIP grant. ...
Contact: Kathleen Minkler | 763-689-4071 | kathy.minkler@co.isanti.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.isanti.mn.us

Upcoming Webinar: Climate Change and Mental Health
Upcoming Webinar: Climate Change and Mental Health Monday, July 29, 2013 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (CT) Join the Minnesota Climate & Health Program for a webinar that will discuss the mental health impacts of climate change. Topics included in the webinar will include an overview of Minnesota's changing climate, how those changes...
Start & End Date: 07/29/2013 - 07/29/2013
Contact: Katie Muehe | 651-201-4898 | katie.muehe@state.mn.us
Web site: https://health-state-mn-ustraining.webex.com/health-state-mn-ustraining/j.php?ED=150814412&RG=1&UID=1177437452&RT=MiM3 

 


HIV/STD Prevention Outreach Specialist for Hennepin County
HIV/STD Prevention Outreach Specialist- Hennepin County, Minneapolis, MN The Public Health and Clinical Services Area of the Human Services and Public Health Department is seeking a permanent, full-time HIV/STD Prevention Outreach Specialist who will plan, implement, and monitor Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)...
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.mn.us
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs

Licensed Practical Nurse (Public Health Clinic) for Hennepin County
Licensed Practical Nurse- Hennepin County, Minneapolis, MN The Hennepin County Public Health Clinic is seeking an on-call, Licensed Practical Nurse to fill a limited duration position. Licensed Practical Nurses who have an interest in, and skill and experience working with people experiencing homelessness are encouraged to apply. ...
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.mn.us
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs

Screening for Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Assaults and Gang Rape
Screening for Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Assaults and Gang Rape” SVPN Meeting/Videoconference/Live Web stream, August 9, 2013, W. St. Paul, MN Learn about the partnership model used by the Ramsey County Attorney's office and the Midwest Children's Resource Center whereby high risk runaway youth are referred for...
Start & End Date: 08/09/2013 - 08/09/2013
Contact: Doug Palmer | 651-201-5484 | doug.palmer@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/injury/topic/svp/ 

 


2013 Community Health Conference
2013 Community Health Conference Working Together: Attaining Health Equity in Minnesota Communities September 25, 26, 27, 2013 Cragun’s Conference Center, Brainerd, MN General Session Presenters Rex Archer, Director, Kansas City Health Department, Missouri Edward P. Ehlinger, Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Health Syl...
Start & End Date: 09/25/2013 - 09/27/2013
Contact: Liz Arita | 651-201-3890 | liz.arita@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/chc


Environmentalist for Hennepin County
Environmentalist -- Hennepin County, Hopkins, MN Hennepin County’s Public Health Protection Area is seeking an Environmentalist for the Environmental Health unit to perform licensed food and beverage facility inspections for compliance with Federal, State and County Food Protection Ordinances. To view the online posting, learn more...
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.mn.us
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs


Integrative Medicine for Mental Health 4th Annual Conference
This three-day international conference will explore the field of Integrative Medicine in the treatment of mental health, autism, and related disorders. The 2013 conference will present new topics including the treatments of Psychosis and Schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, hormone and thyroid imbalances, drug and supplement interactions,...
Start & End Date: 09/20/2013 - 09/22/2013
Contact: Trisha Breckenridge | 913-341-8949 | tbreckenridge@gpl4u.com
Web site: http://integrativemedicineformentalhealthconference.com/

 


Licensed School Public Health Nurse for Minneapolis Public Schools
Fulltime Licensed School Nurse (LSN) opportunity at our Riverbend (K-8) site working with students with emotional/behavior disorders and 2 classrooms of students with developmental/cognitive delays. The LSN is responsible for delivering daily cares to individual students, working with families and healthcare providers to coordinate...
Contact: Carmen Teskey | 612-668-0863 | carmen.teskey@mpls.k12.mn.us
Web site: http://www.mpls.k12.mn.us

 


Overview of Motivational Interviewing Offerings
MDH Family Home Visiting has developed an Overview of the MDH Family Home Visiting Motivational Interviewing (MI) Project. The project goal is to promote and embed the skills and knowledge which lead to competence in the practice of MI within the context of family home visiting. Offerings include: Beginning Level MI, Intermediate Level MI, MI...
Contact: Mary Jo Chippendale | 651-201-3773 | MaryJo.Chippendale@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/mch/fhv/

 


Public Health Nurse for Dakota County Public Health
This position will provide services to high risk families in Dakota County, including home visiting, community education, collaboration with ECSE school teams and consultation to community groups. ...
Contact: Laura Fitzsimmons | Laura.Fitzsimmons@co.dakota.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.dakota.us.com

 


"The Word on WIC"
The Word on WIC… The Minnesota WIC Program is launching an e-newsletter for public health administrators, directors and WIC Coordinators. The newsletter will be sent out electronically on a quarterly basis and will include information on WIC funding, how WIC is partnering with local public health across the state, and updates on...
Contact: | health.WIC@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/wic

 


Introduction to Health Care Homes Webinar Series
The Health Care Homes Learning Collaborative is hosting a webinar series entitled, "Introduction to Health Care Homes," which is designed to increase knowledge of innovative practices and standards in primary care, and help equip clinics to begin the transformation process. The webinar series will help clinic teams identify and plan for...
Start & End Date: 08/01/2013 - 10/31/2013
Contact: | 651-201-5421 | health.healthcarehomes@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/healthreform/homes/collaborative/introhchwebsrs.html

Invitation to Join the Minnesota Health Impact Assessment Coalition
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is very excited to initiate the Minnesota Health Impact Assessment Coalition (MN HIA Coalition). MDH is inviting a broad range of stakeholders, including HIA practitioners and HIA enthusiasts, to participate on the Coalition. Please consider participating and feel free to forward this invitation to others...
Contact: Kristin Raab | kristin.raab@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/hia/coalition.html

 UPCOMING EVENTS

 

 

Introduction to Health Care Homes Webinar Series
The Health Care Homes Learning Collaborative is hosting a webinar series entitled, "Introduction to Health Care Homes," which is designed to increase knowledge of innovative practices and standards in primary care, and help equip clinics to begin the transformation process. The webinar series will help clinic teams identify and plan for...
Start & End Date: 08/01/2013 - 10/31/2013
Contact: | 651-201-5421 | health.healthcarehomes@state.mn.us
Website:http://www.health.state.mn.us/healthreform/homes/collaborative/introhchwebsrs.html

Screening for Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Assaults and Gang Rape
Screening for Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Assaults and Gang Rape” SVPN Meeting/Videoconference/Live Web stream, August 9, 2013, W. St. Paul, MN Learn about the partnership model used by the Ramsey County Attorney's office and the Midwest Children's Resource Center whereby high risk runaway youth are referred for...
Start & End Date: 08/09/2013 - 08/09/2013
Contact: Doug Palmer | 651-201-5484 | doug.palmer@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/injury/topic/svp/

Child and Teen Checkups (C&TC) Best Practices in Well Child Screenings - Thursday, August 15, 2013
Child and Teen Checkups (C&TC) is Minnesota's Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) Program. This workshop includes an overview of Child and Teen Checkups and provides information on evidenced-based best practices and components of a complete C&TC well child exam. This training is a collaborative effort between the...
Start & End Date: 08/15/2013 - 08/15/2013
Contact: Sheila Blackman | 651-201-3735 | sheila.blackman@state.mn.us
Website:https://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/cfh/connect/index.cfm?cmd=mchedtrain.details&oid=102226

Webinar: Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security
Webinar: Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Safety Thursday, August 22, 2013 | 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security webinar presentation will include an introduction to the concept of food security and provide an overview of how climate change will impact agricultural production and food security. Climate...
Start & End Date: 08/22/2013 - 08/22/2013
Contact: Katie Muehe | 651-201-4898 | katie.muehe@state.mn.us
Website:https://health-state-mn-ustraining.webex.com/health-state-mn-ustraining/j.php?ED=151206037&RG=1&UID=1178501677&RT=MiM3

Integrative Medicine for Mental Health 4th Annual Conference
This three-day international conference will explore the field of Integrative Medicine in the treatment of mental health, autism, and related disorders. The 2013 conference will present new topics including the treatments of Psychosis and Schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, hormone and thyroid imbalances, drug and supplement interactions,...
Start & End Date: 09/20/2013 - 09/22/2013
Contact: Trisha Breckenridge | 913-341-8949 | tbreckenridge@gpl4u.com
Website :http://integrativemedicineformentalhealthconference.com/

Hearing and Vision Screening I, Wednesday, October 10, 2013
The Hearing and Vision Screening Workshop I- Basic Level covers best practices for hearing and vision screenings in children. The workshop includes recent updates and advances in hearing and vision screening and criteria for referral. This workshop is especially designed for those new to hearing and vision screening, including nurses, clinic...
Start & End Date: 10/10/2013 - 10/10/2013
Contact: Sheila Blackman | 651-201-3735 | sheila.blackman@state.mn.us
Website:https://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/cfh/connect/index.cfm?article=mchedtrain.offerings

 

Minnesota Department of Health
Office of Performance Improvement
651-201-3880 | health.ophp@state.mn.us
www.health.state.mn.us