School-Based Oral Health Coordinator (Oral Health Specialist - PN 20014154)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

11h

About The Position

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 Bureau of Maternal, Child, and Family Health (BMCFH) is organized to support families by improving birth outcomes and the health status of women, infants, children, and youth, including children and youth with complex health care needs. Using data and proven practice, the bureau’s programs support the delivery of direct services, linkages and referrals, population-based supports, program evaluation, education, monitoring and quality oversight, and policy and systems development.

Requirements

• 60 mos. trg. or 60 mos. exp. in dental hygiene, education or public/community health AND license to practice dental hygiene in Ohio pursuant to Chapter 4715.21 of Revised Code.
• Associate core program in dental hygiene, education, or health-related field AND 42 mos. trg. or 42 mos. exp. in public/community health AND license to practice dental hygiene in Ohio pursuant to Chapter 4715.21 of Revised Code.
• Undergraduate core program in dental hygiene, education, or health-related field AND 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in public/community health AND license to practice dental hygiene in Ohio pursuant to Chapter 4715.21 of Revised Code.
• Graduate core program in dental hygiene, education, or health-related field AND 24 mos. trg. or 24 mos. exp. in public/community health AND license to practice dental hygiene in Ohio pursuant to Chapter 4715.21 of Revised Code.
• Or Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in dental hygiene, education or health-related field
• Experience working with computer software (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Experience planning and implementing oral health programs
• Experience responding to questions or concerns from providers or staff, government officials and/or the public/external stakeholders about oral health programs
• Experience working in collaboration with other programs/agencies and/or organizations to develop and implement programs
• Experience in researching and evaluating scientific literature on oral disease prevention
• Experience in writing standards, guidelines or best practices for oral health programs
• Experience in writing reports that synthesize information into descriptions and/or recommendations for action
• Experience in conducting needs assessments, including collecting data
• Experience in managing grants
• Experience in developing and presenting trainings

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and subject matter expertise on school-based oral health programs, including dental sealants, fluoride varnish, infection prevention, and the use of portable dental equipment.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of statewide oral health policies, procedures, and annual program strategies.
• Coordinate and oversee school-based oral health initiatives, including needs assessments, service delivery models and access-to-care efforts.
• Manage and support oral health grant programs, including developing requests for proposals, reviewing applications, monitoring expenditures, and making funding recommendations.
• Deliver training, technical assistance, consultation, and quality improvement support to local school-based oral health subgrantees.
• Evaluate and analyze program performance, expenditure reports, and outcome data.
• Conduct and supports data collection efforts, including oral health surveys, screenings, focus groups, and secondary data analysis to inform program planning and evaluation.
• Develop program materials, operating manuals, guidance documents, educational resources and communication tools for schools and community partners.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners, committees and workgroups at state and national level; serve as liaison to related public health programs and organizations
• Prepares reports, scientific or technical papers, presentations, and responds to information requests from stakeholders and the public.
• Support operational needs of the bureau, including routine paperwork, travel and conference participation.

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