Public Health Coordinator

Summit County Public Health • Akron, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Summit County Public Health is looking for a Public Health Coordinator to work on a full-time basis (35 hours per week, Monday through Friday). This vital role coordinates countywide Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) initiatives and suicide prevention efforts by supporting coalitions and building partnerships across businesses and community organizations. Summit County Public Health is proud of our commitment to both the communities we serve and the employees who make our work possible. Our staff has recognized us as a certified Great Place to Work®-and we invite you to be part of our mission to create a healthful environment and ensure the accessibility of health services to all.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years related work experience.
• Valid Ohio driver's license, automobile availability and insurance coverage.
• Must maintain required licenses, credentials and/or certifications required for the position.
• Ability to obtain and maintain prevention certification, as required, through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board to support assigned prevention programs and services.

Nice To Haves

• Masters' degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and carry out the Summit County Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) implementation plan, including priorities identified through the TIC Needs Assessment and the Trauma-Informed Care Coalition.
• Serve as the primary point of coordination for countywide TIC efforts, including coalition support, workgroup follow-up, partner communication, and progress tracking.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with employers, chambers of commerce, community organizations, and cross-sector partners to expand trauma-informed care, mental health education, and recovery-friendly workplace efforts.
• Attend and participate in the Suicide Prevention Coalition and support related suicide prevention efforts, including training, outreach, promotion of 988 and local crisis resources, and connection to care.
• Support Suicide and Overdose Fatality Review Boards by attending meetings, assisting with data and case review, identifying prevention opportunities, and help move recommendations into action.
• Demonstrates respect, cultural humility, and trauma-informed communication when engaging with individuals, organizations, and community partners from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.

Benefits

• Retirement: Secure future planning through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
• Paid Time Off: Includes 14 paid holidays alongside paid vacation and sick time.
• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision, and more.

What This Job Offers

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