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 January 26, 2023
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What's New
TODAY: HRSA All-Hands
Join HRSA Administrator Carole Johnson for a HRSA All-Hands meeting today. We will reflect on HRSA’s 2022 accomplishments and hear about how the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program was reauthorized. The Office of Civil Rights, Diversity and Inclusion will also present, and we will get some operational updates from the Office of Operations.
There are two options to participate: virtually via Zoom or in person at 5600 Fishers Lane.
2:00-3:00 p.m. ET
5th floor Pavilion rooms
Join the session
Call-in: 833-568-8864
Webinar ID: 160 267 3603
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Next BPHC Data Community of Practice Meeting — Power BI
Interested in learning more about the Power BI data visualization tool, its primary functions, and some of the ways BPHC staff use Power BI to support Health Center Program priorities? During our meeting next week, the BPHC Data Community of Practice will discuss these topics along with a comparison of the functionality between Power BI and other data visualization and reporting tools: Tableau and R Markdown.
The BPHC Data Community of Practice brings together data users from all levels — from novice to expert — across BPHC. Contact bphcdatacop@hrsa.gov if you would like to receive a recurring calendar invitation to our monthly meetings.
Join us with your curiosity and questions:
Tuesday, January 31
Noon-1:00 p.m. ET
Join the day of the session
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FY 2022 HHS Green Champion Awards and HHS Kids’ Earth Day Poster Contest
Nominate yourself, a colleague, small group, or a project or program for the FY 2022 HHS Green Champion Awards! A new category is “Climate Resilience and Health Equity.” The deadline has been extended to Friday, February 17. For detailed information, instructions, and a blank template that you can use to submit the final application, go to the Go Green Get Healthy HHS Green Champion Awards intranet page.
The due date for the 2023 HHS Kids’ Earth Day posters is also Friday, February 17.
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Who can apply: All kids in grades K-12 who have a relative who is an HHS employee or contractor.
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How posters are judged: On creativity and the ability to show a connection between Earth Day and this year’s theme: Invest in Our Planet — How do you commit or invest your time, energy, and knowledge to benefit the health of our planet, which in turn benefits human health?
For more information about the contest, visit the 2023 HHS Kids’ Earth Day Poster Contest intranet page.
Questions about Go Green Get Healthy HHS? Contact GoGreen@hhs.gov.
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Share Your Event Photos with Us!
Has your team participated in an activity or have you traveled to a conference or event? If you have a picture from the event, share it with OSBO Communications: BPHCGraphics@hrsa.gov. See the BPHC Graphics page on the BPHC Information and Resources (BIR) site for complete submission instructions. You might see your photo in one of our e-newsletters or at a HRSA or BPHC All-Hands. Selfies welcome!
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Getting to Know: Michael “Mike” J. Koscinski
Editor’s note: We’ve refreshed our list of Getting to Know You questions. Interested in participating in a Getting to Know You column for the first or second time? Take a look at the revised questions to see what's involved and check out our Getting to Know BPHC Staff page.
Meet Michael “Mike” Koscinski, Public Health Analyst, Quality, OQI:
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When did you join the Bureau of Primary Health Care? How does your current role contribute to the Health Center Program?
November 21, 2022.
I am part of a great team in OQI that provides training and technical assistance (T/TA) to health centers. I manage a T/TA contract for health centers that seek to integrate behavioral health care services into their standard clinical and business practices.
What are some things your co-workers would be surprised to learn about you, for example, a hidden talent?
I take guitar lessons and serve as a lector for my church, which I’ve done for many years.
What non-work topic would you consider yourself an expert (or almost-expert) on?
Landscape photography and gardening.
What is your favorite sport or sports team?
New York Yankees and New York Giants.
What is your favorite food and why?
Spaghetti with olive oil because it’s quick. The olive oil is healthy for you. But around the holidays, I love to eat Polish kielbasa and Polish babka bread, which is loaded with butter and tastes great. I have a recipe if you want it, but it’s not for beginners.
What has been your most rewarding or impactful experience in the federal government?
The trainings I did for American Indians and Alaska Natives. They taught me so much in return. I learned so much about resilience, respect for elders, respect for the land, honoring your ancestors.
Learn more about Mike, and email BPHC Insider to submit your name for a future Getting to Know.
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HRSA Happenings
TODAY: Mindful Meditation
In this Care.com webinar, participants will explore what mindful meditation is and isn’t, identify the benefits, discuss data that supports mindful meditation, and have an opportunity to experience it.
1:00-2:00 p.m. ET
Registration page
Staffing Updates
On the Move
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Kathrene Stohlman, new position as Supervisory Administrative Officer, DWM, effective Sunday, January 15.
BPHC Job Announcement
For other jobs at HRSA, visit USAJOBS.
For other detail opportunities, go to the Detail and Deployment Opportunities SharePoint page.
In Case You Missed It
A Round-Up of Previously Announced Items
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DWM Important Updates and Reminders
 Performance Management Appraisal Program (PMAP) Overview
Work with your supervisor to close out your 2022 PMAP plan by Wednesday, February 15, and establish your 2023 PMAP plan by Tuesday, February 28.
As a reminder, HHS updated PMAP policy to improve and clarify existing policy language and enable supervisors to foster a culture of high performance. The major changes to the policy are listed on the HHS Intranet Performance Management site but all employees should read the full policy to ensure they are familiar with their responsibilities and rights under this policy.
PMAP Award Preference Sheet
Have you met with your supervisor and closed out your 2022 PMAP? If you expect to receive a performance award, you must complete your PMAP Award Preference Sheet by Wednesday, February 15, as follows:
- Click New item.
- Complete the form with your preference.
- Click Save.
A confirmation will be sent to you upon completion.
NEXT TUESDAY: Last Live Training
HHS and OPM will conduct a live training that explains the updates to the HHS PMAP policy and how they affect employees and supervisors. This training is separate from HRSA OHR PMAP briefings for supervisors in December.
Tuesday, January 31
11:00 a.m.-noon ET
Join the day of the session (NOTE: This link will work at the session time. Outside of that time, it may give you a “Page Not Found” message.)
Resources:
Training & Staff Development
BPHC 2023 Training Plan
As you heard at the January 18 BPHC All-Hands, DWM has published the BPHC Training Plan! This customizable tool will help you address your training and professional development needs. It contains a list of opportunities to enhance your learning and development and support your individual development plan (e-IDP) goals. Download and save the document so you can revisit it throughout the year and include it in your PMAP discussions with your supervisor.
DEIA Challenge
As part of BPHC's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA), we are launching BPHC's first ever DEIA Challenge! This challenge consists of 10 activities that will assist you in learning more about DEIA. You can choose to do as many activities as you'd like: Review BPHC’s 2023 DEIA Challenge and think about how you might be able to apply what you learn to the work you do in BPHC.
DWM is excited to hear about your experiences, so please forward your completed worksheet to Allison Smith by Friday, December 29.
Systems Corner
New SharePoint Online Training Opportunity
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) is partnering with Microsoft to offer end user instructor-led SharePoint Online training. Training sessions will be offered 1-2 times a month based on demand. The first session is scheduled for Monday, February 6. You will receive training registration emails from OIT in the coming weeks.
SharePoint Online is a cloud service available in Microsoft 365 subscriptions that can be used to store, organize, share, and access information from any device. BPHC will be transitioning to SharePoint Online in late May/early June.
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