Intentional Injury Prevention Specialist 2024-03010 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/4768294) Apply  Intentional Injury Prevention Specialist 2024-03010 Salary $27.13 - $30.14 Hourly Location Cheyenne, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2024-03010 Department Department Of Health Division Cheyenne and County Offices Opening Date 12/20/2024 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Job Classification HSHP08 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Health is seeking an Intentional Injury Prevention Specialist who will be responsible for coordinating Wyoming Injury and Violence Prevention Program (WIVPP) activities within the Public Health Division. This program is responsible for statewide prevention efforts primarily in the areas of suicide, sexual assault, and domestic violence. The Intentional Injury Prevention Specialist assists the Program Manager by coordinating the management, implementation, and monitoring of grants and contracts, as well as assisting the Department and outside stakeholders in developing, implementing, and evaluating prevention efforts across Wyoming. These efforts further the Department's goal of reducing morbidity and mortality associated with intentional injury. Human Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level. + Serve as the primary point of contact for all local or state stakeholders in suicide prevention. + Direct and manage priorities and activities within the Wyoming Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan. + Develop and/or enhance statewide suicide prevention activities, such as postvention response, healthcare-facility suicide prevention initiatives, and suicide death review. + Organize, manage, and facilitate the Wyoming Alliance for Suicide Prevention (WASP). + Assist in the planning of the annual Wyoming Suicide Symposium. + Serve as a Region Lead for recipients of the Community Prevention Grant. + Collaborate on and guide other intentional injury prevention activities, including sexual assault and domestic violence prevention. + Develop and/or enhance statewide intentional injury programs through coordination with stakeholders for disparate populations and with organizations serving those populations. + Participate in organizational activities that facilitate internal coordination of efforts, interagency collaboration, and stakeholder partnerships, including working with other members of the Community Prevention Unit to integrate injury prevention with other prevention activities. + Assist with grant writing and implementation and oversight of grant activities. + Oversee and direct contractors and stakeholders concerning intentional injury prevention. + Develop professional presentations for professional audiences at state, regional, and national meetings and conferences. Qualifications PREFERENCES: Preference will be given to a Bachelor's degree in business administration, education, psychology/social science or services, public health, public administration, or related field with 1-3 years of progressive work experience managing a health services program. A Master’s level degree or higher may be substituted for experience. KNOWLEDGE: + Knowledge of intentional injury prevention strategies, specifically those that are evidence-based. + Knowledge of public health prevention and healthcare services, including the application of the public health model, the design and implementation of evidence-based programs and best practices for injury prevention, and the use of epidemiological data as applied to injury prevention and policy development. + Knowledge of how to build and maintain partnerships among diverse coalitions and stakeholder groups at the state and community level. + Knowledge of public health core competencies. + Skill in developing and implementing strategies for achieving environmental change at a systems level. + Skill in technical writing as applied to various media, including the preparation of grant applications, reports, and promotional, educational, and informational materials for a wide range of audiences. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Healthcare) Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs) OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: + The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc. NOTES: + FLSA: Non-Exempt + The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify (http://www.e-verify.gov/) employer. Supplemental Information 048-Wyoming Department of Health - Public Health Division Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!