Location: Sacramento, CA
Company: California Department Of Public Health
Local Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program Support Section, the incumbent collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team that implements local and statewide maternal morbidity and mortality surveillance reviews to improve the health and wellbeing of mothers, infants, children, adolescents, and children and youth with special health care needs and their families.
In addition, this position supports the CDPH/MCAH mission by developing and implementing activities of the California Momnibus Act (Chapter 449, Statutes of 2021), which requires CDPH to establish the California Pregnancy-Associated Review Committee (PARC) effective August 1, 2022, to conduct an in-depth review
of all pregnancy-related deaths, analyze common causes of severe maternal morbidity (SMM), and make recommendations on strategies to prevent maternal mortality and morbidity.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Health Program Manager (HPM) II, Chief of the Maternal Mortality/Morbidity and Local MCAH Program Support Section. The Health Program Specialist (HPS) II functions as a highly skilled, technical prevention specialist providing guidance, project coordination, and subject matter expertise. The HPS II is responsible for highly complex assignments that backss, develop, monitor, and evaluate program activities pertaining to maternal case reviews. The incumbent functions
as a liaison between the State MCAH Division, clinical providers, and partners in other programs at the Federal, State, and local levels, as well as other interested parties such as friends and families.
10% Travel (in-state) is required to attend conferences, meetings, and trainings as needed. To obtain list eligibility for the Health Program Specialist II, before applying for this position, you must first take and pass the Health Program Specialist II exam: www. calcareers. ca. gov/Cal Hr Public/Exams/Exam Bulletin. aspx? Exam Control Id=1191 The attached duty statement indicates whether this position is eligible for telework. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200, and may be required to report to a CDPH office, when needed.
Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: /r/CDPHRecruitment You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-406655 Position #(s): 580-520-xyz X-xyz Working Title: Maternal Mortality/Morbidity Prevention Specialist Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II $6,658.00 - $8,334.00 # of Positions: 3 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Telework Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Every stage of life sets a foundation, and the Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Division provides services each step of the way; from pregnancy to motherhood, infancy to childhood, and adolescence to adulthood to improve the health and well-being of families across California.
We offer an array of programs and initiatives that serve our state's diverse populations, providing proactive interventions, resources, information, and data about health and social topics such as reproductive health, pregnancy, children's health, health equity, and more. At MCAH, we aim to better lives emotionally, physically, and socially for current and future generations.
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California's diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do. All employees are valued and should understand that their contributions and the contributions of their team members derive from different cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences, supporting innovations in public health services and programs for California.
Special Requirements For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e. g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc. ) should be submitted electronically via your Cal Careers Account. Please reference Job Control # (406655) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i. e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your Cal Careers Account at www. Cal Careers. ca. gov. Submitting an electronic application through your Cal Careers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application. If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your Cal Careers account, please email for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below.
When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 1/8/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.
Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your Cal Career Account at www. Cal Careers. ca. gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Public Health Attn: Classification & Certification Unit P. O. Box 997378 MS 1700-1702 Sacramento, CA 95899-7378 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Public Health Classification & Certification Unit 1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430 Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application.
Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.
Cal Careers. ca. gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Other - Please see Supplemental Questionnaire instructions below at end of posting. Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SQ will not be scored/reviewed. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview.
The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: The ideal candidate will be equity-minded, responsive, and sensitive to diverse populations and possess socio-cultural and/or lived experiences comparable to the populations served with knowledge of and respect for the values and beliefs of people of different cultures, backgrounds, and communities.
Knowledge: Knowledge of public health, preferably in maternal and child health. Knowledge of and experience with local communities in California; including experience with or at local health jurisdictions. Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication with sensitivity to needs and experiences of stakeholders. Gathering, assembling, correlating, and analyzing facts and data.
Developing, writing, and presenting reports. Competency in the use of virtual meeting platforms. Abilities: Ability to interact effectively and collaborate with people and professionals of varying cultures and socio-economic backgrounds. Ability to prioritize, monitor, and complete complex assignments. Ability to effectively communicate information orally and in writing. Ability to lead workgroups, projects, or teams. Ability to adapt and be flexible in the work environment. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the Cal HR website and the Cal PERS website. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position. Human Resources Contact: Human Resources Division (916) 445-xyz X Hiring Unit Contact: MCAH Personnel Liaison (916) 650-xyz X Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: EEO Office (916) 445-xyz X California Relay Service: -xyz X (TTY), -xyz X (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Supplemental Questionnaire The Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to pre-screen applicants for the HPS I position. Please submit your Supplemental Questionnaire along with your application. The Supplemental Questionnaire must be no more than four pages total, one question per page, in Arial 12-point font. Please include the questions with your responses. Describe your experience working with families, diverse stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams regarding sensitive issues, including supporting families around trauma and grief support and building and maintaining stakeholder support and community engagement with agency leaders, clinicians, community partners, and community members.
Describe your experience with program development and/or implementation of new state or local initiatives. Describe your understanding of the root causes of health inequities and how racism affects families and communities of color. Describe your experience understanding data and using findings to inform policy and action to improve health outcomes.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, interaction (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and interactionual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place.
Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. PDN-9ad3c79f-5580-414e-a573-72ac102f8c90
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