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Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) employees are positioned at various locations throughout the State of Michigan. A SEMHA job posting can be placed with SEMHA partners; such as our local health departments, institutions, community-based organizations along with being positioned at SEMHA. We thank you for your interest and sharing your passion to contribute your talents within the sector of non-profit.
Job Type
Full-timeDescription
LOCATION: Macomb County Health Department - Mount Clemens, 48043
POSITION SUMMARY: Public Health Emergency Preparedness Specialist position focuses on preparedness and response activities related to the public health impact of any emergency in the Macomb County. The emergency preparedness team creates guides, plans and templates, and collaborates on multiple preparedness and response activities, such as presentations, trainings, drills, and exercises for the public, health care providers, community-based organizations, and local governments to coordinate public health emergency preparedness activities. EP works in partnership with other public health departments, local governments, schools, community-based organizations, professional associations, and a range of healthcare providers and facilities including hospitals, long term care facilities, and emergency medical service providers.
This full time with benefits grants funded position will work with partners across all sectors of public health to enhance their ability to respond to a public health event. Work will be guided by the Public Health Preparedness Capabilities defined by the Centers for Disease Control and the Healthcare Preparedness Capabilities defined by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES (but are not limited to):
- Work effectively in a team environment to design and implement objectives and strategies that increase public health response capabilities within the parameters of the grant funding and based on program goals.
- Promote volunteering both internally and externally through recruitment, partnerships and publicity strategies and campaigns.
- Prepare a variety of reports related to volunteer program activities and operations.
- Create and distribute information regarding volunteer policies and procedures.
- Develop and implement plans and procedures related to the county public health’s response to all hazards and emergencies.
- Plan and coordinate logistical support for response to all hazards such as action level exceedance, outbreaks, and pandemics.
- Assist the team with reviewing and updating emergency preparedness plans and procedures.
- Develop and implement corrective action plans based on exercise and real event evaluations.
- Participate in MCHD response teams and emergency coordinating center activities as necessary.
- Convene and facilitate internal staff preparedness meetings.
- Provide support for the planning of preparedness meetings/conferences and webinars/conference calls.
- Prepare reports, articles, presentations and other documents summarizing preparedness activities for self and others to deliver at relevant meetings.
- Participate in and/or present at relevant meetings to promote the role of public health in all-hazards preparedness and further strengthen relationships with relevant federal, state and local agencies and other key partners.
- Utilize a wide range of hardware and software to oversee health department response systems and provide technical assistance to both internal and external partners as requested.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING: Candidates must meet the minimum requirements, conditions of employment, and be able to perform all essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. This position may require irregular hours. It may also require travel by the employee in the employee’s own vehicle. May be required to work on-call in an emergency.
- A Bachelor's degree or higher in public health, emergency management, health care administration, public or business administration or related field; AND one (1) or more years (full-time equivalency) of demonstrated experience in public health, emergency preparedness, emergency response, local or state government, or related area.
OR
- Four (4) or more years (full-time equivalency) of demonstrated experience in public health, emergency preparedness, emergency response program, education, volunteer management or related area. AND
- Comfortable working with both Microsoft Windows and MacOSX as well as Android and iOS.
- Demonstrated completion of National Incident Management System and Incident Command System training to the ICS 300 and 400 level. (NOTE: Completion of the National Incident Management System Advanced course ICS 300 and ICS 400 may be done within the first year of employment.)
- One to two years’ experience coordinating emergency planning, public policy, program planning, public health or resource management and distribution.
- Demonstrated experience in emergency response exercises (as a player, planner, or exercise staff).
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will be a pro-active, self-motivated, tech-savvy, and a committed individual who can work in a fast paced, and sometimes spontaneous environment, and can consistently deliver work plan and program deliverables on a timely basis. The ideal candidate will possess the following abilities:
- Proven track record of collaboration with diverse organizations and populations.
- Strong coordination, group facilitation, training, public speaking and writing skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong relationship building skills to cultivate a positive and supportive atmosphere for volunteers.
- Ability to utilize basic word processing; data management; and other computerized information systems, power point, and state and federal preparedness alerting, reporting and training data systems.
Salary: $48,000 - $58,000 (annually based on qualifications)
Employment Type: Full-Time with Benefits
Work Hours: 37.5hrs per weekly
Classification: Non-exempt
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- 401a & 403b (Retirement plans)
- Long Term Disability
- Employee assistance program
- Group Life Insurance
- Various Voluntary Benefit Option
Application Deadline: July 12th, 2024.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$48,000 - $58,000 annually based on qualificationsJob Type
Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Health Department - Wayne, MI 48184
POSITION SUMMARY: The employee in this position will coordinate breastfeeding outreach services, representing the Wayne County Department of Health, Human & Veterans Services to the public. The employee will assist in the marketing and distribution of breastfeeding materials and also recruit and accept referrals for the WIC Program. Also, this employee will provide individual and group breastfeeding education; maintain appropriate records and reports; work collaboratively with the WIC Program and other community projects. This employee is required to complete all training requirements that include in state travel.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Successful candidate will hold a High School diploma or GED and have experienced breastfeeding at least 6 months
- Provides education/demonstration/educational activities on breastfeeding practices to clients, families/communities and/or staff as needed.
- Maintain community outreach with area hospitals to promote and support best practices in breastfeeding.
- Demonstrate breastfeeding equipment and techniques.
- Demonstrate set-up and break down of multiple types of breast pumps.
- Attend and participate in monthly meetings.
- Maintain contact via telephone with pregnant and breastfeeding women. Breastfeeding Peer educators see women in the WIC Clinics and area hospitals and also have contact by telephone.
- Document all contacts with the pregnant and/or breastfeeding woman within the MIWIC data base.
- Completes and maintains monthly reports
- May require travel to multiple offices and sites.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven ability to be an effective team member.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Skilled in computers and software programs including Microsoft Word and Excel and Access.
- Knowledge of the Internet and the use of Web forms and Web based programs.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions & learn new tasks.
- Possess a valid Michigan Drivers' License and have valid Michigan State Auto Insurance.
- Must possess reliable transportation with full time access.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must have successfully breastfed at least one infant 6 months or more and have the passion and drive to assist pregnant and breastfeeding women.
- Multilingual (English/ Arabic and/or English/Bengali and/or English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.
- Current or previous experience with WIC a plus.
Salary: $15.50 hourly
Employment Type: Part-Time without benefits
Classification: Non-Exempt
Application Deadline: July 20, 2024.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$15.50 hourlyJob Type
Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Southeastern MI Health Association - Detroit, MI 48202
********** This is a Hybrid Position**********
JOB SUMMARY: The Community Health Worker (CHW) will provide support for patients in specialty care clinical settings (e.g., bariatric surgery clinics) by identifying patients’ social care needs (e.g., food insecurity, housing instability, lack of transportation) that may prevent them from achieving the best healthcare outcomes and will link them to appropriate resources and services to address these barriers. The CHW will become a part of the clinical care team and is responsible for helping patients and their families navigate and access community services, other resources, and adopt necessary healthy behaviors. The CHW’s activities will provide social support to patients while also providing support to clinicians as they provide effective treatment and care to clients.
This role is part of a pilot program in partnership with the Michigan Bariatric Surgery Collaborative (MBSC), a Collaborative Quality Initiative that works to address many of the most common and costly areas of surgical and medical care in Michigan. This opportunity is open to candidates interested in training for a career as a CHW and includes Michigan CHW Certification Training for to candidates to prepare for this important role.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Complete Michigan Community Health Worker Certification.
- Establish trusting relationships with patients and their families.
- Have strong knowledge of available community resources to support identified needs.
- Provide patients with connections to assistance for necessary services
- Act as a patient advocate and liaison between the patient/family and community service agencies.
- Work closely with medical providers to help ensure patients have comprehensive and coordinated care plans.
- Provide regular quantitative and qualitative reports to partners and other stakeholders.
- Complete all requisite plans, reports (monthly & quarterly), and documents pursuant to the requirements of the funding sources.
- Work with Specialty Care Practice Managers and Provider Networks to identify barriers, solutions and implement strategies that improve best practices, metrics, and reporting at local and state levels.
- Provide specific outreach and education efforts regarding best practices around specialty care.
- Share outcomes with fellow agency practice groups, and advocate individual providers, hospitals, health systems and Medicaid health plans.
- Work collaboratively with other clinical personnel AND Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Candidates must be at least 18 yrs. old.
- Community Health Worker Certification is not necessary as training and certification will be provided.
- Candidates already working as CHWs but are not currently certified will receive training and certification support. Such candidates are preferred.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Exhibit excellent customer service skills AND maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse population.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated enthusiasm for the work.
- Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office computer applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), internet usage, and use of office machines.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision AND Demonstrated ability to work within a team-based environment.
- Valid Michigan driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage.
Salary: $43,333.00 Annually
Employment Type: Part-Time with Benefits
Classification: Exempt
Work Hours: 32 hr. weekly
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- 401a & 403b (Retirement plan)
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- Employee assistance program
- Various Voluntary Benefit Options
Application Deadline: July 10th, 2024.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$43,333.00 AnnuallyJob Type
Full-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Healthy Communities - Hamtramck, MI 48212
POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for assisting with the accounting function for the two FQHC Clinics. The individual is responsible for managing expense reports, entering financial data into the accounting system, working with the general ledger, account payables, and account receivable components of the accounting function. Reviewing, analyzing, monitoring, and reconciling daily cash and billing records to ensure accuracy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Analyzes financial statements and prepares reports and recommendations to Top Management and the Board of Directors concerning financial performance.
- Annually creates a capital plan that aligns with overall business plans and strategies and reviews the capital plan with Top Management and the Board of Directors.
- Annually reviews and updates related party transaction policies and procedures with Top Management and the Board of Directors; and reviews, approves, and discloses related party transactions, and annually distributes the Related Party Transaction Conflict of Interest Questionnaire.
- Arranges and chairs financial management meetings and prepares financial reports and presentations for scheduled financial management meetings.
- Creates and reviews all period-end activities to ensure the period-end financial statements accurately reflect the results of the Company’s activities and is familiar with the specific software procedures for keeping the prior year open until all final closing adjustments have been made and approved.
- Ensures that processes needed for the financial management system are established, implemented, and maintained, and reports to the CEO and Board of Directors (or Advisory Board) on the performance of the financial management system and reports any need for its improvement.
- Is the main point of contact between the Company and the External Auditor and coordinates Company audit activities and responses.
- Manages banking relationships, the check signing authority process, and alerts all individuals and banks of any changes to authority.
- Prepares and submits all financial statements as required by law and by company policy.
- Prepares forecasted financial statements and prepares reports and recommendations to Top Management and the Board of Directors concerning forecasted financial statements.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to work independently with a high level of organizational skills, and experience working with accounting systems and procedures.
- Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong mathematics background.
- Ability to follow set policies, procedures, and priorities for the accounting function.
- Proven track record for improving process efficiencies and solving problems, and detail oriented.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Economics
- Master’s Degree preferred
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Preferred
Salary: $120,000 Annually
Employment Type: Full-Time
Classification: Exempt
Open Position(s): 1
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- 401a & 403b
- Long Term Disability
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- Retirement plan
- Various Voluntary Benefit Options
Application Deadline: June 9th, 2024.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$120,000 AnnuallyJob Type
Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Health Department - Wayne, MI 48184
POSITION SUMMARY: This employee is responsible for assisting the WIC registered dietitian in the Wayne County WIC offices by determining client eligibility. The employee will document appropriately; maintain client confidentiality; maintain client records and reports and work collaboratively within the WIC program and other community projects. The employee will complete all training requirements some of which may include state travel.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Performs duties that may include)
- Maintain confidential protected health information according to Department policy and Procedure.
- Perform a complete nutrition assessment.
- Determine applicant eligibility for the WIC Program.
- Perform anthropometric and hematological assessments for applicants.
- Review immunization records in accordance with the current WIC policies and procedures.
- Develop nutrition educations plans for the participants.
- Provide nutrition education including breastfeeding encouragement and support.
- Assign appropriate food packages.
- Use educational materials for participant's utilizing the principles of cultural humility.
- Make referrals for nutritional, health, social, or psychological services as necessary.
- Create a problem list for the high-risk participants.
- Document all activities and follow-up interventions appropriately.
- Complete reports as assigned in a timely manner.
- Participates in time studies as necessary.
- Participates in emergency preparedness activities.
- Assist clients in all matters of customer service.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: (Items needed to start and/or keep position)
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to accept responsibility for carrying out required tasks.
- Full time access to an insured, reliable automobile (mileage reimbursement is provided)
- Valid driver's license.
- Proof of auto insurance. and
- Ability to work anywhere from 32 - 24 hours/week on a flexible schedule.
JOB PREREQUISITES: (Candidate has)
- Skill in computers and software programs including Microsoft Word and Excel and Access.
- Knowledge of the Internet and the use of Web fonns and Web based programs.
- Knowledge of modem office practices and procedures.
- Skilled in filing and maintaining office records.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to learn assigned new tasks.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics or Public Health Nutrition; or, is registered as a Dietetic Technician (emphasis in community/clinical nutrition) through the American Academy of Nutrition and Science.
- Candidate must have six months to one year of documented experience in providing nutrition services.
- Bilingual in English, Arabic or Spanish is a plus; but not required.
INDEPENDENT ACTION: Requires the ability to work independently.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Assist and direct as needed when direct supervisor is not available.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsibility for completing and maintaining written and electronic reports and deadlines.
- Responsibility of knowing how to use office equipment, including computers, printers and scanners.
- Physical demands include lifting to 15 lbs., bending, walking, stairs, talking, and some overnight travel.
Salary: $22.50 hourly
Employment Type: Part-Time with benefits (2 positions) & Part-Time without Benefits (1 position)
Work Hours: 32 hrs. weekly (2 position) & 24 hrs. weekly (1 position)
Classification: Non-Exempt
Open Position(s): 2
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- 401a & 403b
- Long Term Disability
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- Retirement plan
- Voluntary Benefit Options
Application Deadline: July 6th, 2024
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$22.50 hourlyJob Type
Full-timeDescription
WORK LOCATION: Wayne County Healthy Community - Hamtramck, MI 48212
POSITION SUMMARY: The entry level Medical Assistant position at FQHC is responsible for a variety of medical related tasks that support the work of our Physicians and Physician Extenders (PA, NP). Our team of professionals provide comprehensive training to individuals that have a true interest in building a rewarding medical assistant career.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Patient Care:
- Prepares examination room and patient for clinician examination and ensures that medical equipment/instruments are cleaned and sanitized prior to use.
- Assist and performs basic medical procedures under the direct supervision of licensed medical professional, including administering injections and collecting lab specimens.
- Records vitals including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight accurately and obtains medical history and verifies reason for the medical visit.
- Initiates special precautions when a communicable disease is reported.
- Ensures all bio-hazard equipment, instruments, materials, PPE, etc. are properly disposed of
Administrative Support:
- Assist patients with check-in process and vaccine appointments when needed.
- Prepares and completes EHR chart and superbills to ensure all diagnosis codes and appropriate notations are included.
- Maintains accurate immunizations logs including record of dispensed immunizations, temperature logs, incident documentation, etc.
- Completes forms for clinician review including calling in prescriptions and completing patient referrals and putting in lab orders.
- Processes mail and patient information requests for clinician review and approval.
- Contacts patients to schedule follow-up visits related to test results.
- Answer calls from patients.
- Operates medical equipment for testing, cleaning i.e., autoclave, blood glucose monitor.
- Maintains clinical supplies in exam rooms and does necessary re-ordering of supplies.
- Maintains proper functioning and sterilization of medical equipment.
- Performs other duties as requested by the medical and WIC staff.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE
- School Diploma or equivalent
- One (1) year experience in a healthcare environment
- One (1) year experience providing office reception services.
- Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant program is preferred, but not required.
- Preferred ability to speak, read and write in Arabic and Bengali
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Proficiency creating, using and maintaining electronic medical records in EHS and EMR
- Ability to develop and effectively maintain relationships with vendors/providers for EHS, EMR, and or other services related to maintaining electronic records and the data therein.
- Must demonstrate and competently understand the sensitivity and confidentiality status of the patients’ information.
- Must demonstrate an understanding of medical terminology.
- Must possess valid driver’s license.
- Must adhere to the Confidentiality and HIPAA policies.
- Skilled with working in a complex work environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and maintain organizationally appropriate relationships.
- Knowledge of organization policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of computer, systems, and applications.
- Skilled in exercising initiative, appropriate judgment, problem-solving and decision making.
- Skilled in developing and maintaining effective relationships with patients, customers and other staff.
Salary: $16 hourly (negotiable based on certificate & experience)
Employment Type: Part-Time without benefits or Full- time with benefits
Classification: Non-Exempt
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- 401a & 403b
- Long Term Disability
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- Retirement plan
- Various Voluntary Benefit Options
Application Deadline: June 28th, 2024.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$16 hourlyJob Type
Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Health Department - Wayne, 48184
POSITION SUMMARY: Working for the Wayne County Health, Human & Veterans Services; under the supervision of the Environmental Management Unit Chief, the Environmental Program Assistant will be responsible for conducting mosquito surveillance, identifying mosquitoes by species, and submitting specimens for laboratory testing.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Contact businesses in Wayne County to request permission to conduct mosquito surveillance on their property.
- Monitor weather conditions for optimal mosquito surveillance.
- Set mosquito traps in appropriate locations for the target species and collect the traps the following day.
- Sort and identify mosquitoes by species and submit specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintain a database of surveillance results.
- Charge batteries, maintain surveillance equipment, and keep an orderly workspace.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- MUST have a valid driver’s license, an acceptable safe driving record, and a reliable and insured automobile.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- At least two years of college with courses in biology or other sciences required.
- Candidates working towards a degree in Biology, Environmental Health, or a closely related field are preferred.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ability to work in an office environment, laboratory and outside in field conditions.
- Ability to walk up and down stairs, over uneven terrain, and through fields, woods or industrial locations.
- Ability to lift, move, carry equipment and supplies that weigh up to 50 pounds.
SALARY: $16.50 hourly
Employment Type: Part-Time - Summer Job
Classification: Non-Exempt
Benefits: None
Application Deadline: June 4th, 2024.
Please include a Cover Letter & an updated Resume with the application
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.