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BULLETIN POSTINGS
Community Health Services Administrator for Quin Community Health Services
Quin Community Health Services is looking for a full-time Community Health Services (CHS) Administrator to provide public health leadership for a 5 county area. The CHS Administrator provides direction in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of public health services and policies in Kittson, Marshall, Pennington, Red Lake and...
Contact: Rachel Green | 218-874-7845 | quinchs@wiktel.com
Web site: Not available

Nutrition Specialist Apprentice for Olmsted County
This is an entry level trainee position working with a professional WIC team. Provides public health nutrition services to individuals and families directed to the prevention of disease and disability, promotion of healthy lifestyles, and protection of the community’s health. Collaborates with public health staff, other professionals and...
Contact: Rich Peter | 507-328-7493 | peter.rich@co.olmsted.mn.us
Web site: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/olmsted/default.cfm

Public Health Waiver Case Manager for Nicollet County
This position performs psychosocial and functional assessments, collects information, makes referrals, and provides case management. This position is also responsible for keeping accurate documentation and completing assessments using various software and web based tools. Works closely with community based providers....
Contact: Nicollet County Human Resources | 507-931-6800 | hr@co.nicollet.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.nicollet.mn.us

Public Health Nurse for Hennepin County
Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health has multiple vacancies for Public Health Nurses in the Initial Consultation and Assessment division. Public Health Nurses in this area perform needs assessments using the state's Long Term Care Consultation assessment tool. Additional training by DHS will be provided to employees hired into...
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.jobs
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs

Nursing Supervisor, Community Based for Hennepin County
Nursing Supervisor, Community Based -- Hennepin County, Minneapolis, MN Hennepin County's Health Care for the Homeless program seeks a Community Based Nursing Supervisor to supervise an interdisciplinary team and lead quality improvement efforts. Working as part of a team with another Nursing Supervisor, this position will oversee the...
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.mn.us
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs

Mental Health Center Administrative Manager for Hennepin County
Hennepin County seeks a Mental Health Center Administrative Manager to be responsible for administrative management and leadership of the Hennepin County Mental Health Center's (MHC) programs and services. The MHC serves adults with serious mental illness and/or substance abuse who are currently in crisis or at risk of destabilization. MHC...
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.mn.us
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs

Public Health Specialist II Part-Time for City of Bloomington
The City of Bloomington is seeking an individual to support the Public Health Division in the implementation of the grant funded active living strategies in the cities of Bloomington, Edina and Richfield. This is a part-time position working approximately 28 – 30 hours a week....
Contact: Human Resources | 952-563-8710 | kschmidt@BloomingtonMN.gov
Web site: http://BloomingtonMN.gov

Healthy Youth in Schools for Washington County Department of Public Health and Environment
Requests for Proposals are being solicited for a qualified consultant to engage interested schools, from 5 districts in Washington County, to convene a school health council in order to implement school wellness policies as part of the Statewide Health Improvement (SHIP) grant from 2014 through June 30, 2015. Implement comprehensive nutrition...
Contact: Jean Streetar | 651-430-6786 | jean.streetar@co.washington.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.washington.mn.us/bids.aspx

Health Care Community Linkage Consultant for Washington County Department of Public Health and Environment
Requests for Proposals are being solicited for a qualified consultant to convene and work with health care providers and community-based organizations that together are committed to addressing obesity and tobacco issues as part of the Statewide Health Improvement (SHIP) grant from 2014 through June 30, 2015. Build partnership to implement...
Contact: Jean Streetar | 651-430-6786 | jean.streetar@co.washington.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.washington.mn.us/bids.aspx

Social Worker - Mental Health for Chisago County Health & Human Services
Provides case management, care coordination, and employment support for individuals identified as meeting Rule 79 case management eligibility. Utilizes competencies in mental health, child welfare, addiction, vocational readiness and rehabilitation, and disability services. This position will be focused on mental health, but will be expected to...
Contact: Renee Kirchner | 651-213-8866
Web site: http://www.co.chisago.mn.us

Social Work - RN - PHN for Chisago County Health & Human Services
Provides MnCHOICES Case management and Care Coordination services for local residents and other specified programs which includes intake for agency programs, assessment of client strengths/needs, and service planning/provision/evaluation including documentation....
Contact: Renee Kirchner | 651-213-8866
Web site: http://www.co.chisago.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 Luverne (Rock 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...
Contact: Marie Meyers | 507-637-6082 | marie.meyers@swmhhs.com
Web site: Not available

MHP Director of Operations for Hennepin County
Hennepin County’s, not-for-profit, state-certified health maintenance organization, Metropolitan Health Plan (MHP) is seeking a Director of Operations to establish and maintain effective and efficient operations, systems and processes of all programs, products and services at MHP, and to assure that the mission, vision and organization goals...
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.mn.us
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs

Contract CHS Administrator for Aitkin-Itasca-Koochiching Community Health Board
The Aitkin, Itasca, Koochiching Community Health Board seeks a Community Health Services Administrator to fulfill the following responsibilities under an independent contract: provide leadership and manage a governmental agency that meets the requirements as listed in the Local Public Health Act, 145A. This will be done by participating in, or...
Contact: Susan Congrave | 218-283-7040 | susan.congrave@co.koochiching.mn.us
Web site: Not available

Sr. Psychiatric Social Worker for Hennepin County
Hennepin County’s Forensic Case Management Unit in Adult Protection Services has a vacancy for Senior Psychiatric Social Worker. This position provides specialized adult mental health targeted case management services to adults with complex psychiatric and behavioral disorders who are indeterminately committed as mentally ill and dangerous....
Contact: Kate Trevorrow | 612-348-2163 | hr.recruiter@co.hennepin.mn.us
Web site: http://www.hennepin.jobs

Community Health Board Director for Carlton-Cook-Lake-St. Louis Community Health Board
An Opportunity to lead the efforts to prevent disease and promote health within Carlton, Cook, Lake & St. Louis Counties. The regional Community Health Board is searching for a leader and change agent with strong leadership, interpersonal and management skills. This leader must have the ability to be adaptable, persuasive, create...
Contact: Jill Laumeyer | jill@laumeyerhr.com
Web site: Not available

RN/PHN Aging & Disabilities for Chisago County
Provides case management to persons with disabilities. Manages Developmental Disability, Community Alternatives for Disabled Individuals, Community Alternative Care and Traumatic Brain Injury waivers. Provides case management services to client's on waivers, care grants and non-waiver....
Contact: Renee Kirchner | 651-213-8868 | rlkich@co.chisago.mn.us
Web site: Not available

PHN/RN or Social Worker for Chisago County
These positions will provide McCHOICES case management and Care Coordination services for local residents and other specified programs which includes intake for agency programs, assessment of client strengths/needs, and service planning/provision/evaluation including documentation....
Contact: Renee Kirchner | 651-213-8868 | rlkirch@co.chisago.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.chisago.mn.us

Registered Nurse-Corrections for Scott County Sheriff's Office
Are you looking for a job that offers both professional challenge and personal reward? This is it! In this position, you’ll provide medical/skilled nursing care to the inmates of the Scott County Jail, ensuring inmate medical needs are being met. In this multi-task oriented setting, you’ll utilize a broad range of nursing skills to...
Contact: Scott County | 952-496-8103
Web site: http://www.co.scott.mn.us/CountyGov/Employment/Pages/JobPostings.

Public Health Manager-Government Programs for Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN
Summary: This position is responsible to develop and integrate a public health agenda into corporate and business unit strategic initiatives. It will work to assure collaborative relationships between BCBSM/Blue Plus, public health entities and community partners. Will take active community leadership role, representing BCBSM/Blue Plus...
Contact: Not available
Web site: http://www.bluecrossmn.com

Public Health Nurse, Human Services, Public Health Div., Health Protection & Promotion Unit for Stearns County
To provide nursing services by assessing clients and implementing care plans involving individuals, families, and the community. This position is responsible for using a holistic approach to complete individualized assessments and develop plans to enhance and protect the quality and dignity of life for the diverse population served....
Contact: Stearns County | 320-656-3606 | hr@co.stearns.mn.us
Web site: http://www.co.stearns.mn.us

Public Health Nursing Director for Houston County Minnesota
Houston County Minnesota is seeking a Public Health Nursing Director to provide leadership and administrative direction for all County public health programs. In addition, the PHN Director will enforce laws and regulations that protect health and ensure safety; oversee the department budget and assure grant compliance; and be responsible for...
Contact: Not available
Web site: http://www.co.houston.mn.us 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS
Child and Teen Checkups: Hearing and Vision Screening Workshop I - Basic Level
Child and Teen Checkups: Hearing and Vision Screening Workshop I - Basic Level - March 18, 2014 8:30am-4:00pm Law Enforcement Center 902 5th Avenue, Basement Level Windom, MN 56101 Intended Audience: This training is designed for screening personnel or volunteers who perform basic level hearing or vision screening for...
Start & End Date: 03/18/2014 - 03/18/2014
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

SOLICITATION - EVIDENCE-BASED HOME VISITING FOR MFIP TEEN PARENTS
To: County Directors, ES Management, Financial Assistance Supervisors, LPH Family Home Visiting Programs The Departments of Human Services and Health are seeking one collaborative project between the MFIP and Public Health family home visiting programs to provide evidence-based family home visiting for MFIP teen parents after an initial six month...
Contact: Joan Truhler | 651-431-4046 | joan.m.truhler@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.dhs.state.mn.us/main/idcplg?IdcService=GET_DYNAMIC_CONVERSION&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased

MCH Advisory Task Force Membership Openings
The Maternal and Child Health Advisory Task Force has openings for five members (one Community Health Board Representative and four Consumer Representatives). Information about the openings has been posted on the Minnesota Secretary of States website (see link below). From this page, click on Current Vacancies and the January 2014 posting. The...
Contact: DeeAnn Finley | 651-201-3874 | deeann.finley@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.sos.state.mn.us/index.aspx?page=5

Minnesota Fatherhood & Family Services Summit
Our conference will showcase best practices and successes with fathers and their families from all regions of Minnesota. Keynote speakers include: national fatherhood expert Dr. Ronald Mincy from Columbia University, Melvin Carter III Director of the Office of Early Learning at MN Dept. of Education, Karina Forrest-Perkins Exec Director of Prevent...
Start & End Date: 01/27/2014 - 01/28/2014
Contact: Jennifer Barshack | 6512710306 | info@mnfathers.org
Web site: http://www.mnfathers.org/training/summit-programs/

Respiratory Disease Newsletter Available
The December issue of the Breathing Space Respiratory Disease Newsletter is now available at http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/hpcd/cdee/asthma/Newsletter.html. The newsletter is published on a quarterly basis by the Minnesota Department of Health's (MDH) Asthma Program. The newsletter provides up-to-date information and resources on asthma and...
Contact: Kelly Raatz | 651-201-5899 | kelly.raatz@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/asthma/

Local Public Health - Webinar Presentation
Stratis Health would like to invite you to join our Webinar Presentation on the new Local Public Health Toolkit, funded by MDH. The Webinar will be January 27th, 2014 from 1:00-2:30 p.m. Call-In Information will be sent to registrants prior to the event. Please contact Maria Schwartz to register for this event. mschwartz@stratishealth.org...
Start & End Date: 01/27/2014 - 01/27/2014
Contact: Maria Schwartz | 952-853-8595 | mschwartz@stratishealth.org
Web site: http://www.stratishealth.org

Local Public Health - Live Toolkit Presentation
Stratis Health would like to invite you to our Training Session on the new Local Public Health Toolkit, funded by MDH. The Training Session will be January 31st, 2014 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. at Stratis Health, 2901 Metro Drive, Suite #400, Bloomington, MN 55425. Space is limited to 45 individuals. Please contact Maria Schwartz to register...
Start & End Date: 01/31/2014 - 01/31/2014
Contact: Maria Schwartz | 952-853-8595 | mschwartz@stratishealth.org
Web site: http://www.stratishealth.org

The Minnesota Department of Health announces Request for Proposals for Safe Harbor/No Wrong Door Regional Navigators
The Minnesota Department of Health announces Request for Proposals for Safe Harbor/No Wrong Door Regional Navigators. The No Wrong Door approach is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary plan to ensure communities across Minnesota have the knowledge, skills and resources to effectively identify and serve sexually exploited youth and youth at...
Contact: Lauren Ryan | 651-201-5412 | lauren.ryan@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/injury/topic/safeharbor/

Designing and Conducting Focus Group Interviews
About the Course - This workshop is an interactive, intensive (yet enjoyable) overview of focus group procedures that can be used in public and non-profit environments. Practical approaches to determining the appropriate use of focus group studies, design options, developing questions, recruiting participants, moderating skills,...
Start & End Date: 01/15/2014 - 01/16/2014
Contact: Meghan Taylor | 612-626-8434 | tayl0427@umn.edu
Web site: http://sph.umn.edu/ce/trainings/focusgroup/

Child and Teen Checkups (C&TC): Hearing and Vision Screening Workshop I - February 6, 2014
Date: February 6, 2014 The Hearing and Vision Screening Workshop Basic Level covers current best practices for hearing and vision screening children age 0-21 years for Child and Teen Checkups and other screening programs. It includes recent updates and advances in hearing and vision screening, demonstration and practice of basic screening...
Start & End Date: 02/06/2014 - 02/06/2014
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

Designing and Conducting Focus Group Interviews
About the Course - This workshop is an interactive, intensive (yet enjoyable) overview of focus group procedures that can be used in public and non-profit environments. Practical approaches to determining the appropriate use of focus group studies, design options, developing questions, recruiting participants, moderating...
Start & End Date: 03/17/2014 - 03/18/2014
Contact: Meghan Taylor | 612-626-8434 | tayl0427@umn.edu
Web site: http://sph.umn.edu/ce/trainings/focusgroup/

Designing and Conducting Focus Group Interviews
About the Course - This workshop is an interactive, intensive (yet enjoyable) overview of focus group procedures that can be used in public and non-profit environments. Practical approaches to determining the appropriate use of focus group studies, design options, developing questions, recruiting participants, moderating skills, and...
Start & End Date: 03/19/2014 - 03/20/2014
Contact: Meghan Taylor | 612-626-8434 | tayl0427@umn.edu
Web site: http://sph.umn.edu/ce/trainings/focusgroup/

Minnesota EHR Loan Program
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is seeking applications for the Minnesota Electronic Health Record (EHR) Revolving Loan Program to support expanded adoption and effective use of interoperable EHR systems and electronic health information exchange (HIE). Eligible applicants include federally qualified health centers, community clinics,...
Contact: Anne Schloegel | 651-201-3850 | anne.schloegel@state.mn.us
Web site: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/orhpc/funding/index.html#ehrloan

Public Health Informatics Conference
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are pleased to announce that the Public Health Informatics Conference (formerly the PHIN Conference) will be held in Atlanta, GA, April 29-May 1, 2014. This is an excellent opportunity for:• Networking and...
Start & End Date: 04/29/2014 - 05/01/2014
Contact: Kari Guida | 651-201-4136 | kari.guida@state.mn.us
Web site: http://phiconference.org/

2014 Summer Public Health Institute
The Summer Public Health Institute, now in its 13th year, offers courses for students and practice professionals in public health and related fields. Participants can build or expand their professional expertise, learn best practices, broaden career options, network with other professionals or explore a new area of interest. Courses are...
Start & End Date: 05/27/2014 - 06/13/2014
Contact: Meghan Taylor | 612-626-8434 | tayl0427@umn.edu
Web site: http://sph.umn.edu/programs/institute/

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