GVHCP Regional Volunteer Coordinator
Description
Pay Grade: K
Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Job Responsibilities
The Georgia Volunteer Health Care Program (GVHCP) of the Department of Public Health (DPH) works to increase access to quality health care for uninsured Georgians through volunteerism and state-sponsored sovereign immunity (SI). There are 4 Regional Volunteer Coordinators (RVC) that provide technical support to the partnering clinics in their specified region.
- The Regional Volunteer Coordinator (RVC) is responsible for working with established free clinics who participate in GVHCP and cultivating partnerships with healthcare providers, academia, community organizations, and government agencies to identify opportunities for collaboration and support.
- After considering the protection and welfare of patients served by the clinics, reviews, accepts, and processes all appropriate applications for the clinic, licensed provider, and eligibility Volunteers in a timely manner. This application constitutes a written agreement between the Volunteer and the governmental contractor.
- Partners with the Program Analyst to guarantee the accuracy of Eligibility Specialist applications as they progress through the process, ensuring thorough background reviews. When approved, conducts training on eligibility processes.
- Notifies clinic partners and volunteers of approval status in a timely manner.
- Compiles electronic record files and database of all approved volunteers.
- Provides ongoing support monitoring of the status of a volunteer which includes clinic assignment, date activated and deactivated, license number, and contact information. Licenses are maintained and credentialed in the State Emergency Registry of Volunteers in Georgia (SERVGA) database which is monitored for license expiration and change in status.
- Notifies clinics and volunteers of changes in license status and deactivates when necessary.
- Monitors the program through the review of eligibility forms, documentation of data, enrollment of new volunteers and liaison maintenance with the Clinic Coordinators. Maintains quarterly and annual reports of clinic activities and compiles regional data to be submitted as requested by the Director.
- Undertakes travel to meet with clinic partners, assist at special events when necessary, and promote GVHPC.
- Monitors the program to ensure compliance with program policies and procedures, and administrative rules.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Two years of experience performing work related to area of assignment
OR
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Five years of experience performing work related to area of assignment
OR
One year of experience at the lower level Healthcare Program Consultant 2 (HCP091) or position equivalent.
Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.