SEXUAL HEALTH PROGRAM MANAGER (CLINICAL)

Company: Adams County CO
Location: Westminster
Posted on: October 30, 2024

Job Description:

Salary : $79,274.02 - $118,911.04 Annually

Location : Westminster, CO

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Job Number: 06777

Department: Public Health Department

Division: Public Health Nursing

Opening Date: 10/23/2024

Closing Date: 11/6/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

Our Mission: At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.

Cultural Competencies/EEO: Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification: Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

What Success Looks Like In This Job

The Adams County Health Department Nursing Division is comprised of Nurse Family Partnership, Nurse Support Program, Harm Reduction, Sexual Health, Immunizations, Child Maltreatment and Fatality Prevention, and Care Coordinator for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs. The Nursing Division is made up of clinical support staff, medical assistants, harm reduction specialists, operations support, nurses, advanced practice nurses, and midwives.

As a public health professional at ACHD, your work extends beyond clinical care-it's a calling to help prevent illness, promote well-being, and safeguard the health of communities. Every interaction, every program, and every initiative you undertake is fueled by a commitment to create healthier, more resilient communities where every individual can thrive. ACHD Nursing Division staff work diligently to be proactive, responsive, and adaptable in a landscape of ongoing and emerging challenges. Nursing care occurs anywhere the community lives, focusing on accessibility, community engagement, and building trust.

In this dynamic and ever-evolving field of public health, you are dedicated to lifelong learning, staying abreast of the latest research, trends, and best practices to deliver evidence-based care and drive positive change. You are not just a healthcare provider; you are an educator, advocate, and ally, committed to fostering a culture of health, resilience, and well-being.

Join us in our mission to build a healthier, more equitable future where every individual can live their healthiest life possible.

The anticipated hiring range for this role is $79,274.02 - $91,165.123 annually. The full salary range is $79,274.02 - $118,911.04 annually.
Examples of Duties for Success

The Sexual Health (Clinical) Program Manager provides program oversight, clinical leadership and supervision for public health professionals and program specialists within the Sexual Health & Harm Reduction programs, directing integration of program services in brick-and-mortar clinics, mobile units and field delivery services. The position is responsible for budget monitoring, policy and procedure standards, program reporting to funders and evaluates performance of direct reports and program operations. Recommends and administers actions impacting employee pay and status, hiring and discipline. Serves as a resource or expert in program areas providing technical guidance and education to assure program success.

The Clinical Program Manager works collaboratively with the Harm Reduction (Mobile) Manager to provide Sexual Health & Harm Reduction Services in the clinics, mobile units and field delivery services. The Clinical Manager and Mobile Manager ensure the clinic and mobile services are complimentary and meet all requirements for services delivery including clinical and education standards and grant deliverables. The Clinic and Mobile Managers work collaboratively with the Sexual Health & Harm Reduction Clinical Advisor on the development of evidenced-base policies and procedures.

The Clinical Program Manager maintains fidelity to the programming model, standards of practice, and implementation of evidence-informed or evidence-based population health. The manager uses principles of supervision, reflective practice, and staff development to provide primary support and appropriate oversight to staff.

Leadership

• Manages day-to-day work related to the provision of care in brick-and-mortar clinics, mobile units and field delivery services.
• Uses data analysis to develop community-specific program services related to contraception, STI testing, treatment and education, substance use education and overdose prevention. Incorporates removal of barriers to accessing program services.
• Seeks out program funding, manages grant budgets and deliverables to maintain program services.
• Effectively provides direct supervision for program staff, including nurses, program support specialists and students which includes coordination of staff training, assigning and reviewing work, and evaluating performance independently or in conjunction with higher level supervisors/managers.
• Develops and oversees robust staff development, including required orientation and training opportunities for maximum program delivery.
• Acts as a resource to the program, Nursing Division, entire health department, and county offices for support in nursing services, education, and training. Provides content expertise and recommendations to nursing leadership, including within the Health Department leadership structure, county partners, and Board of Health.
• Provides continual idea generation to assess existing and emerging health risks to Adams County and the region and work with the Population Health Epidemiology data team to investigate and quantify those risks and Health Policy and Health Equity to make system changes.
• Coordinates with supervisor to respond to the changing public health environment through problem-solving and adapting tactics as needed using change management tools and best practices
• Regularly reports the status of related efforts and impacts. Community Engagement:
  • Coordinates and integrates program activities with other nursing programs, ACHD divisions, allied agencies, service providers, and community groups.
  • Develops partnerships with community organizers, advocacy groups, cross-sector partners and other local health departments to elevate solutions for addressing population health.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with community, government, healthcare partners, business leaders and partner organizations to understand community assets and priorities, create connections across organizations, and ensure achievement of shared objectives.
  • Supports diverse perspectives in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies and programs that affect population health. General and Administrative:
    • Works with process improvement staff and division director to develop and implement strategies for continuous process improvement and development/maintenance of outcomes-based performance tracking, and evaluation activities for all aspects of program work.
    • Investigates way to collect, evaluate, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data within program workflows to inform equity related decision-making processes and maximize resources with the department and community.
    • Incorporates data, community input, and evidence-based guidelines to make recommendations and communicate strategies to improve outcomes, considering the varied needs of specific populations, such as issues related to age, gender, culture, and health inequities.
    • May lead processes to identify and secure funding to support program work including addressing health equity, data collection, and systems for improved services.
    • Responsible for monitoring compliance and reporting deliverables with program contracts, budgets, expenditures, and billing processes of program.
    • Provide routine surveillance of potential risk. Identifies risks/solutions to reduce inequities.
    • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required Additional Duties:
      • Assists in the orientation and training of new employees, students, and volunteers.
      • Participates in quality improvement projects.
      • Maintains electronic health record (EHR) proficiency and skills as necessary for daily duties. Supervisory Responsibilities:
        
        Exercises direct supervision over supervisory staff, licensed staff, and leads. Effectively provides direct supervision for program staff, including nurses, program support specialists and students which includes coordination of staff training, assigning and reviewing work, and evaluating performance independently or in conjunction with higher level supervisors/managers.
        
        Qualifications for Success
        
        Qualifications for Success:
        • Strong knowledge of Title X, contraceptive services, and STI screening, treatment, and care within a multidisciplinary team.
        • Knowledge of 340B Drug Pricing Program.
        • Knowledge of the cancer continuum, cancer prevention and control, and cancer community resources.
        • Knowledge of Harm reduction and committed to delivering high quality nursing care in a low-threshold, harm reduction community environment.
        • Experience in field delivery services.
          Clinical Skills and Knowledge:
          • Solid Nursing Foundation: A strong foundation in nursing principles and practices is essential. This includes patient assessment, treatment skills, and knowledge of various health conditions.
            Public Health Expertise:
            • Understanding of Population Health: Public health nurses think beyond individual patients and consider the health of entire communities. They understand how social determinants of health, like poverty and access to education, influence health outcomes.
            • Epidemiology and Data Analysis: These nurses are familiar with how diseases spread in populations and can analyze data to identify health trends and areas of concern. Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
              • Patient Education: They excel at explaining complex health information in a clear and understandable way to people from diverse backgrounds.
              • Active Listening and Cultural Sensitivity: Building trust and rapport with community members is key. Public health nurses actively listen to concerns, demonstrate cultural sensitivity, and avoid using medical jargon.
              • Collaboration: They work effectively with a wide range of people, including community leaders, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. Other Key Qualities:
                • Problem-Solving and Resourcefulness: Public health nurses often work in environments with limited resources. They need to be resourceful and find creative solutions to address community health needs.
                • Advocacy and Leadership: They are passionate about public health issues and can advocate for policies that promote health equity and access to healthcare.
                • Adaptability and Resilience: The public health field can be fast-paced and unpredictable. Public health nurses need to be adaptable and able to respond to changing situations.
                • Compassion and Commitment to Community Health: A genuine desire to improve the health and well-being of the community is a driving force for public health.
                  Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
                  • Based upon work environment spending time sitting, standing, and/or walking.
                  • Utilize appropriate ergonomics.
                  • Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls, or pushes up to 20 lbs.
                  • Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.
                  • Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
                  • Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
                  • Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
                  • Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.
                    Commitment to Equity:
                    • Integrates Health Equity into all areas of work.
                    • Creates and maintains partnerships and processes that support and integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of Adams County Health Department work.
                    • Prioritizes transparency and supports a no wrong door culture. Emergency Preparedness and Response Duties
                      Completes trainings identified as appropriate for this level employee. Employee responds, as required, to support public health emergencies, incidents, and events. Employee participates in all exercises and drills. This may require evening, weekend, and occasional on-call duties including but not limited to work outside of your normal duties.
                      Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) Statement
                      Maintain sensitive & confidential client information according to the HIPAA policy confidentiality requirements.
                      
                      Equipment Used
                      • Must demonstrate proficiency in using personal protective equipment (PPE).
                      • Computer use including internet, email, Microsoft Office Suite.
                      • Audio-visual and other teaching equipment.
                      • Healthcare equipment.
                      • Must be able to learn and become proficient with equipment and software programs as required to perform assigned duties effectively and efficiently.
                        More Qualifications for Success
                        
                        Education and Experience:
                        • Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or community health related field.
                        • Requires at least five years in Sexual Health or related program management work, including three years experience demonstrating progressive capacity, supervision, or leadership. Professional Qualifications:
                          
                          • Licensed to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Colorado or a Compact State Required
                          • Current BLS certification Other Qualifications:
                            
                            • Flexibility in work hours may be required to accommodate community events, meeting and outreach activities.
                            • Travel within the community and participation in evening, weekend and on call duties may be required.
                            • This position requires a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
                              
                              Adams County complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
                              
                              Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
                              
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                              Benefits You Expect:
                              • AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
                              • Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
                              • Deferred Compensation Plan
                              • Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
                              • Generous Vacation/Sick leave
                              • Long-Term Disability
                              • Retirement Plan
                              • Short-Term Disability Plus some you might not expect:
                                • Employee Assistance Program
                                • Employee Fitness Center
                                • Employee Health Clinics
                                • Flexible Work Schedules
                                • Recreation Center Discounts
                                • Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
                                • Wellness programs
                                • Lactation friendly certified workplace
                                  
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                                  Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
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                                    This role requires a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or community health related field. Do you meet this requirement?
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                                      This role requires at least five years in Sexual Health or related program management work, including three years experience demonstrating progressive capacity, supervision, or leadership. Do you meet this requirement?
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                                        This role requires a license to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Colorado or a Compact State. Do you meet this requirement?
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                                          This role requires a current BLS certification., Do you meet this requirement?
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                                            Do you have a valid Colorado Driver's License and reliable transportation?
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