<p>Jefferson County Health Department Community Health Planner</p> <p>Within the Jefferson County service opportunity, the VISTAs purpose is to engage and collaborate with Jefferson County Health Department staff to address needs found in the strategic planning process. Even more, the Goal of the VISTA member's service is to improve upon the resources the Jefferson County Health Department lacks in its most recent community health assessment and strategic plan. The VISTA will improve community health by supporting the alignment of department initiatives with the Public Health Accreditation Board, Foundational Areas of Public Health, and Essential Services of Public Health, and strategic priorities. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.</p> <p>Member Duties : Member Activity: Engage with Jefferson County Health Department Divisional leads to develop a plan to address issues that are outlined in the strategic plan including communication, workforce development, and strategic orientation. Member Activity: Conduct non-clinical assessments of gaps in policies and procedures and expand the coordination of efforts of alignment with the Public Health Accreditation Board, Foundational Areas of Public Health and Essential Services. Member Activity: Develop a succession plan for future VISTA members to carry out the project.</p> <p>Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Relocation Allowance , Stipend .</p> <p>Terms :</p> <p>Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .</p> <p>Service Areas :</p> <p>Health , Education , Community and Economic Development , Community Outreach .</p> <p>Skills :</p> <p>Writing/Editing , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Counseling , Communications , Community Organization , Public Health , Public Speaking , Education .</p>