Under general direction, is responsible for performing complex public health work in the asthma and chronic disease public health programs. Work involves overseeing, planning, and evaluating public health education program activities and providing consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, governmental agencies, and community organizations. The work is generally investigative, regulatory, educational, and consultative in nature. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.
This position will support the SA Kids BREATHE pediatric asthma program by collaborating with healthcare providers, school nurses, and managed care organizations to increase program referrals and utilization. It will also develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across these organizations.
The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Staff in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM 13.2. Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.
SAMHD is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Per SAMHD Policy DM 15.1, all staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.
Work Location
Frank Garrett Community Center - 1226 NW 18th Street, Suite 113, San Antonio, TX 78207
Work Hours
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday; 30 minute lunch; some planned evening/weekend assignments and on occasion ability to work flexible hours
