Registered Sanitarian 1 or 2/ Sanitarian-In-Training (2 openings)
Division: Environmental Health
Reports to: Environmental Health Director
Hours: 40 hours per week, 7:30 – 4:00pm, occasional weekend and evening hours
The Darke County Health Department is seeking a full-time Registered Sanitarian 1 or 2 or a Sanitarian-In- Training to begin work in the Sewage Treatment Systems Program. The Candidate will assist homeowners and contractors by reviewing soil testing, site plans, house plans, sewage design plans, etc. to build a new home or replace an existing system and perform required inspections. The applicant must have good communication skills and be able to work with the public and help to educate homeowners on their sewage treatment system and ways to protect public health. The Candidate will assist with a on-going sewage grant. The Candidate must be able to write enforcement letters and answer phone calls. The second opening is with our Private Water Systems program.
Other job responsibilities may include: Performs inspections, investigations, routine testing and sampling duties in Environmental Health programs which may include but not be limited to: sewage operation and maintenance program, food service operations and retail food establishments, vending, mobiles, temporaries, smoke free Ohio, schools, camps, swimming pools, body art establishments, private water wells, water samples, solid waste disposal, refuse hauling and/or septage hauling vehicles, vector control and rabies control, mobile home parks; investigates foodborne or other illnesses and public health nuisances; collects water and effluent samples; enforces state and local laws, and rules and regulations. Participate in public health emergency responses.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Health or related field which meets the
educational requirements set forth by the Ohio Sanitarian Registration Act (ORC 4736).
• Must be dependable, organized, and possess excellent communication skills.
• Must be willing to work outside and with homeowners
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License, transportation and auto insurance.
Contact Person: Ginger Magoto, EH Director
Contact Info: ginger.magoto@darkecountyhealth.org or 937-548-4196 ext. 233.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to the following address: Darke County Health Department, Attn: Ginger Magoto, 300 Garst Avenue, Greenville, Ohio 45331.
Posting Closes: August 15 or until filled. We look to fill this position immediately so please be available for an interview. The Darke County Health Department is an equal opportunity employer.
Excellent benefits and paid holidays. County vehicle may be available for job use.
Posted 3/18/2019
Help Me Grow
HOME VISITOR
Darke County General Health District’s Help Me Grow Program is seeking to fill one, part-time Help Me Grow Home Visitor position to provide services in Darke County. Prefer candidates with previous home-based experience.
Qualifications/License Requirements:
Registered Nurse Preferred.
Minimum of two (2) year degree in social or behavioral science, early childhood development/education, or similar field; minimum one (1) year experience in home-based therapy, mental health, or crisis intervention service setting; or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience; bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral science, early childhood development/ education, or similar field preferred.
Must maintain licensures and certifications as required under the Ohio Revised Code by degree held (e.g., Licensed Social Worker, etc.); Home Visitor credential must be obtained within two (2) months of hire through Ohio Department of Health; must maintain a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and maintain insurability according to Health District policy.
Responsibilities:
• Traveling and conducting home visits to provide support and education to assist families with their child’s development, health and safety, basic home management, and appropriate discipline practices
• Developing Family Plans with family, assisting with referrals and advocating with the families
• Preparing required records and reports to document home visits and other contacts
• Completing required Help Me Grow training
• Completing required activities /reports/paperwork within set Help Me Grow timelines
The position(s) will be part- time 24 hours per week with the potential to become full-time.
Please submit your completed, cover letter, resume and two professional references to Jennifer.Barga@darkecountyhealth.org or mail to Darke County Health Department, 300 Garst Avenue Greenville, OH 45331. Position will remain open until filled.
The Darke County General Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
