EMS Coordinator (Human Services Program Consultant - PN 20014561)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

3d • $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Center of Public Health Excellence (CPHE) is seeking a dedicated Human Services Program Consultant to support the Medicare Rural Hospital Flexibility (Flex) Program and Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program, with a specific focus on strengthening Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in rural Ohio. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. The Center of Public Health Excellence (CPHE) focuses on systems changes to eliminate population-level disparities in Ohio.

Requirements

• Completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science, health or pre-medicine or comparable field; AND 18 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.
• OR completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science or medicine-related or comparable field; AND 6 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.
• OR equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in social or behavioral sciences, medical or health related area
• EMT Basic, EMT Advanced, Paramedic or Community Paramedic Certification
• Experience working with EMS Providers and Agencies
• Experience recruiting health providers and/or organizations
• Experience providing consultation/technical assistance to EMS agencies, hospitals, community health centers, and/or community mental health agencies
• Experience in program budgeting
• Experience writing reports, articles, web content and correspondence
• Experience with computer software (e.g., Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience preparing and delivering presentations
• Experience in grant writing
• Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application.
• Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment.
• Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.
• Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp.
• Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted.
• ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Responsibilities

• Implement EMS-related activities for the Flex and Rural Health Transformation programs, collaborating with rural EMS agencies and community partners.
• Provide technical assistance to rural EMS agencies on quality improvement, workforce, sustainability, and regulatory issues.
• Plan and facilitate meetings, webinars, and conferences for EMS stakeholders.
• Support rural communities in assessing needs, completing applications, and tracking progress toward program goals.
• Assist in preparing grants, contracts, funding announcements, and reviewing proposals and budgets.
• Maintain relationships with EMS partners and provide guidance on evidence-based practices and funding opportunities.
• Conduct administrative duties such as responding to inquiries, participating in workgroups, completing research, and staying current on rural EMS trends.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level