Job Openings
Tobacco Free Kansas Coalition seeking
Community Outreach Coordinator
Community Outreach Coordinator with mobilization and public health
experience to assist local health and youth coalitions with tobacco
prevention and clean indoor air projects. Ideal candidate will
have public health project experience and a record of successful
community mobilization activities. Master’s degree preferred,
but experience considered. Office in Topeka. In-state travel required.
Salary $32,000 - $40,000, health and disability insurance, and
paid time off accrued annually. Send cover letter and resume to:
Tobacco Free Kansas Coalition, 5375 SW 7th Street, Suite 100,
Topeka, Kansas 66606. Fax 785.272.5870, or e-mail: troberts1970@cox.net
Deadline: March 6, 2009 or until filled.
Job description is on the TFKC website at www.tobaccofreekansas.org
Terri Roberts J.D., R.N.
troberts1970@cox.net
Cell 785.231.9511
Home/Fax 785.271.5302
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Community Health Nurse II - Maternal & Infant
Job Objectives:
The Maternal and Infant (M&I) program was created to help
women obtain prenatal care regardless of their ability to pay
for services. Early and consistent prenatal care has been shown
to decrease the risk of premature births, low birth weight babies
and maternal complications. Healthy moms and healthy babies lead
to the health department s ultimate goal of healthier communities.
Essential Job Functions:
As a registered nurse with the M&I program, you will provide
screenings, education and support to pregnant women of all ages.
In addition to working with women individually and in a group
setting, part of your job will be spent on community outreach
and keeping other agencies aware of the services M&I offers.
A successful M&I RN will enjoy working with families of all
cultures and socio-economic backgrounds. She will have the ability
to maintain accurate and detailed records for data collection,
complete tasks within deadlines set for the program, and collaborate
well with M&I team members and other HD staff.
Job Standards:
BSN, with a current Kansas RN license required. A minimum of two
years experience in Labor and Delivery or Public Health nursing
with at least one year of experience in a hospital setting is
preferred. Annual CPR certification is required; knowledge of
community resources is helpful. Fluency in Spanish is highly preferred.
Use of your personal vehicle is required, as well as a valid Kansas
Driver s License and valid proof of insurance. The applicant must
meet Driver Qualification standards as set forth in Sedgwick County
s Fleet Vehicle Operation and Usage policy (R#225-1999). Applicants
with a history of 2 or more moving violations in 24 months or
3 or more in 36 months will not be eligible for employment with
Sedgwick County in this position.
Equipment:
Standard office equipment and other tools relevant to the job.
Work Environment:
Offic/Clinic
SALARY: $37,292 - $46,080/ANNUALLY, BASED ON VALIDATED YEARS
OF ACTUAL NURSING WORK EXPERIENCE.
M-F; 8-5
2716 W. Central Wichita KS 67203
Valid Kansas Drivers License Required. Must meet Driver Qualification
standards as set forth in Sedgwick County s Fleet Vehicle Operation
and Usage policy (R#225-1999).
This position may be filled or closed to further application
without notice.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Licensed Practical Nurse - Immunizations
Job Objectives:
Perform Immunization and Health Screening services at all clinic
locations. Provide direct nursing services to all citizens at
these locations.
Essential Job Functions:
Provide direct health care services to all populations
seeking services from the health department.
Accurately document health and health screening services.
Provide health education to clients seeking services through the
health department.
Submission of reports as needed.
Knowledge of and Adherence to Sedgwick County and Health Department
policies and procedures.
Updates the Immunization Protocol book as needed according to
standard operating procedure.
Performs related work as required.
Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.
Job Standards:
Qualified to provide direct nursing services
Graduate of an accredited program in nursing
Currently registered in the State of Kansas as an LPN.
Has a current Kansas driver's license.
Is currently CPR certified.
Proof of vaccination against certain diseases within 10 days of
employment
Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.
Basic computer skills.
Equipment:
Computer and other equipment necessary for the job.
Work Environment:
Clinic
M-F; fluctuating hours between 8 AM and 7 PM
2716 W. Central Wichita KS 67203
Valid Kansas Drivers License Required. Must meet Driver Qualification
standards as set forth in Sedgwick County s Fleet Vehicle Operation
and Usage policy (R#225-1999).
This position may be filled or closed to further application
without notice.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
PT Epidemiologist (8 hours per week)
Job Objectives:
This is a part-time professional position supporting another .8
Epi I position. Responsible for the surveillance, investigation
and evaluation of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or
conditions, and assists in the planning and implementation of
epidemiological programs to prevent and control diseases, injuries
or conditions. Work is directed and reviewed through the establishment
of goals and subsequent evaluation of progress toward goal attainment.
Essential Job Functions:
Prepares or assists in the preparation of special reports and
in selection of samples for study purposes. Participates in research
activities, special investigations and descriptive and analytic
studies relating to specific diseases. Interviews patients and
contacts to gather information concerning infectious or exposure
to various types of communicable diseases.
Job Standards:
Master's degree in public health preferred. Other related masters
such as biological, medical or health science considered. Nine
semester hours coursework in epidemiological methods preferred.
Experience in Public Health setting preferred. Strong communication,
interpersonal, problem-solving and computer skills are required.
Work Environment:
Office/Field work
Will work 8 hours per week.
1530 S. Oliver #270 Wichita KS 67218
Valid Kansas Drivers License Required. Must meet Driver Qualification
standards as set forth in Sedgwick County s Fleet Vehicle Operation
and Usage policy (R#225-1999).
This position may be filled or closed to further application
without notice.
VN: 20005370012009 $20.719/hr
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Public Health Educator (worksite wellness)
Job Objectives:
Responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation
of public health programs focused on chronic disease risk reduction,
including but not limited to physcial activity, nutrition, oral
health, and handwashing. Provide technial assistance to local
community-based health coalitions through various sub-committees
and large coalition meetings.
Essential Job Functions:
Implement core health promotion activities concentrated
in physical activity, nutrition, and oral health.
Utilize data collection methods as appropriate.
Fulfill grant expectations for timely completion of reports, budgets,
and other requests.
Participate in trainings as well as training that enhances staff
capacity to operate as a public health program manager.
Participate in special projects.
Provide initiative in program planning (e.g., preparation of lesson
plans and curricula, research methods such as literature searches,
timeline construction for completion).
Participate and provide technical assistance in community coalitions
and schools.
Coordinate and utilize wide variety of communication methods and
techniques in providing health information.
Become proficient in communicating health information and health
education needs.
Represent the Health Department at community, state, and national
events as appropriate.
Select and manage effective resource materials for dissemination.
Evaluate the effectiveness of health promotion campaigns and content
information.
Demonstrate competency in program planning (e.g.; preparation
of lesson plans and curricula, research methods such as literature
searches, timeline construction for completion of health education
program).
Job Standards:
A BA/BS degree from an accredited college or
university in public health, school and community health education,
social work, communication, management, or nursing with emphasis
in education is required and a minimum of three years progressive
experience in program development and management. A master s degree
from the same disciplines mentioned above is preferred. Any equivalent
combination of experience and training will be considered. At
least one year of experience with leading worksite wellness initiatives
and experience with coalition partnership development is also
preferred. A valid Kansas driver s license. Passing a pre-employment
urine drug screening. Knowledge of the principles and practices
of health promotion/health education
Knowledge of public health as a discipline
Knowledge of health communication methodologies
Knowledge of the use of professional agencies, associations, and
publications in maintain current information on areas of expertise
Knowledge of cultural competency issues as it relates to target
populations
Knowledge of computer operations and applications
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and
in writing
Ability to develop and work with community agencies and organizations
Ability to effectively listen to diverse audiences
Ability to provide most up-to-date professional information (science-driven)
on health promotion topics
Ability to assist in management and fulfillment of grant requirements
Equipment:
Office Equipment
Work Environment:
Office/Community Outreach.
SALARY: $34,386/year
M-F; 8-5
1530 S. Oliver #270 Wichita KS 67218
Valid Kansas Drivers License Required. Must meet Driver Qualification
standards as set forth in Sedgwick County s Fleet Vehicle Operation
and Usage policy (R#225-1999).
This position may be filled or closed to further application
without notice.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Public Health Educator (STD/HIV)
Job Objectives:
This is professional work developing, planning and/or implementing
HIV/STD risk reduction curriculum to high risk populations to
fulfill grant requirements. The scope of work is to design and
develop behavior change curriculum based on proven scientific-based
behavioral theories; provide outreach education, HIV counseling,
testing, results, referral at both community and client level;
coordinate and carry out collaborative functions with community
agencies; and maintain grant goals, which include but are not
limited to grant writing, grant reporting, budgeting, and data
entry for web-based reporting. This position will develop applications
for grant funding.
Essential Job Functions:
Proficiently communicate health information
through a variety of channels to a variety of audiences.
Plan and manage health promotion programs.
Evaluation of program effectiveness.
Lead or coordinate community health events.
Promote community health through coalitions and partnerships with
community agencies.
Promotes program services to the community and partnering agencies.
Develops a speakers bureau to educate public on HIV/STD related
health care issues.
Coordinates public relations activities for the program.
Works to identify educational opportunities and coordinate identified
activities.
Identifies, orders, and distributes various promotional items.
Monitors compliance with funding terms and conditions to include
timely submission of both financial and programmatic reports.
Reviews quarterly program and fiscal reports for accuracy and
works with the service providers to make necessary adjustments.
Gathers, analyzes and reports statistical data, tracking community
risk factors and performance indicators of programs.
Provides HIV and STD counseling, testing, results, and referral
to outreach agencies.
Job Standards:
A bachelor s degree from an accredited college or University in
Public Health, School and Community Health Education, Education,
Social Work, Communication, or related field. Prefer experience
working with high risk youth and adults in HIV/AIDS and other
sexually transmitted diseases field. A Master s degree from the
same disciplines mentioned above is preferred. Knowledge in the
following areas required:General Computer skills, Microsoft Word,
Excell, Outlook, and Publisher.
Testing/Screening Requested:
Equipment:
computer and other office equipment
Work Environment:
Office and community outreach
Valid Kansas Drivers License Required. Must meet Driver Qualification
standards as set forth in Sedgwick County s Fleet Vehicle Operation
and Usage policy (R#225-1999).
LOCATION: 1530 S. OLIVER
HOURS: M-F 8-5PM
This position may be filled or closed to further application
without notice.
SALARY: $34,386/year
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public health in Kansas, please find your name in the list below
and make every effort to contact Legislators listed with your
name. Even if you can’t make the trip, you can call or email.
We need members to help us out! If you can’t do this on
your agency’s time or equipment do it during your lunch
break, or like Dr. Kimber Richter, KUMC, and others have many
times, take some time off to come to Topeka and help out with
public health advocacy efforts. Thanks to member Zach McGill,
who sorted and found Individual member’s Legislators, we
can tell you who your Legislators are, if you don’t already
know them. We don’t have the Organizational member names
sorted, yet, but, you should be able to go to your Supervisor
to find out, or visit 
1998 Master Settlement Agreement struck between the states and
big tobacco companies. The bill deals with cigarette makers who
weren’t part of the settlement, requiring that they also
contribute to an escrow account created in case the companies
are sued by sick smokers. It passed the Senate, 40-0, and has
been referred to the House Judiciary Committee.
