APHA

Deborah Bundy-Carpenter — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 14:56:46 GMT

For those alums who were at APHA - wasn't it great? And for anyone who did not go, I encourage you to make it a priority in your schedule and funding.

I got a great deal from the conference, but was most inspired by discussions surrounding the social determinants of health. I am amazed at all the issues that I never considered that can determine the health status of our clients. There are numerous policies that can make a difference if we but get involved in the process. We are not just administrators of "down stream"(new term I learned at APHA) interventions, but must be aware of our obligation to impact prevention efforts 'upstream".

I welcome comments and discussion on this issue as to how we can impact policies that affect the health of our communities.

UNC Public Health Grand Rounds on 9/27

Erin Ridings — Thur, 09 Aug 2007 15:20:28 GMT

Registration is open for our next Public Health Grand Rounds: "Public
Health is Global Health: An Innovative Approach to Fighting Disease in
Uganda". Join us to learn how a basic care package led to substantial
program and policy changes throughout Uganda.

Important note: Public Health Grand Rounds presentations are moving to
Thursdays. The program will be presented on Thursday, September 27,
2007 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm E.T.

To register, go to our website at http://publichealthgrandrounds.unc.edu.

This program may be viewed at a satellite downlink site near you or as
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and continue to provide them FREE to all participants.

If you don't find a site near you on our website, please contact us by
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Remember! Your nearest site facilitator may need a request from you
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Thank you for your support. We look forward to your continued
participation in Public Health Grand Rounds.

Job Post: Washington St. University Extension Educator

Erin Ridings — Thur, 02 Aug 2007 14:30:05 GMT

**NOTICE OF VACANCY**

**Washington*** State University****** ***

***Extension Educator, Chelan/Douglas Area ***

***Position #38674***

***Search #4783***

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**TITLE**

*Chelan-Douglas Counties Extension EducatorHuman Development, Wenatchee*

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**APPOINTMENT STATUS**

*Assistant Extension Professor (E-2), Extension Educator, Human Development, twelve-month, tenure track faculty position for Chelan and Douglas Counties.*

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**LOCATION**

*This position is located at the WSU Chelan County Extension office, 400 Washington Street, Wenatchee WA. The county has a total area of 2,994 square miles. In 2000 there were an estimated 2.62 persons per household with a median household income of $37,316. Chelan Countys economy is dominated by agriculture, primarily tree fruit production on 37,212 acres. The 2000 U.S. Census identified a population of 66,616. The racial makeup of the county was primarily White, with a growing Hispanic or Latino population. African Americans, Native American, Asians, and Pacific Islanders each made up less than 1% of the total population.*

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*Douglas* *County* *is located east of Chelan County. In 2000 there were an estimated 2.76 persons per household in Douglas County with a median household income of $38,464. The primary industry in Douglas County is agriculture including the raising of crops and associated industries including packaging, warehousing, shipping and processing. Apples, wheat and cattle are the primary crops although there are significant other crop varieties in the county. The 2000 U.S. Census identified a population of 32,603. The racial makeup of the county is primarily White, with a growing Hispanic or Latino population. Native Americans made up slightly over 1% of the population. African Americans, Pacific Islanders, Asians, and others made up the rest of the population.*

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***QUALIFICATIONS***

*_Required_*

*7 Master's degree with academic training in human development, leadership development, youth development, prevention science, public health, guidance and counseling, education, social sciences or other related field.*

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**_Highly Desired_**

*1. Demonstrated experience working with youth and/or families from varying socioeconomic and ethnic groups including Spanish speaking audiences. *

*2. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively using oral, written, and listening skills in relating to a variety of audiences. *

*3. Two years experience working effectively with both adults and youth in educational settings. *

*4. Spanish language skills. *

*5. Demonstrated experience as a leader or member of grant-writing/fundraising team(s). *

*6. Demonstrated experience in project management and budget development. *

*7. Demonstrated experience recruiting and supervising volunteers and/or employees. *

*8. Demonstrated experience working independently. *

*9. Demonstrated experience working as a team leader or team member of integrated projects. *

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*_Desired _*

*10. Documented conflict resolution skills and experience. *

*11. Demonstrated competency in the use of personal computers and software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet, PowerPoint, and email). *

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**SALARY**

*Salary is commensurate with the candidates academic and professional qualifications, and based on funding sources.*

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**APPLICATION PROCESS**

*Screening of application materials will begin *September 14, 2007. **

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*Apply by submitting a letter describing how your experience and training meet the qualifications for this position, a vita, transcripts, and three current letters of reference by mail to Lisa H. Clyde, EEO Coordinator, Washington State University Extension, 413 Hulbert Hall, PO Box 646248, Pullman WA 99164-6248, by e-mail at eeocoord@wsu.edu, or by FAX at 509.335.2926. Further questions regarding the application process can be directed to 509.335.2822.*

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**LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY**

*This WSU faculty member is responsible to the WSU Chelan County Extension Director, and works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team of Extension faculty members in other Extension Offices as well as Extension Specialists and Researchers. *

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**RELATIONSHIPS**

*7 Participate as a member of the WSU Extension team in Chelan and Douglas Counties, including defining appropriate roles for faculty in 4-H/youth and public service activities.*

*7 Work with the Douglas County FCS Educator and other Extension faculty and staff statewide, including the Extension Strengthening Families Team, on multi-disciplinary programs.*

*7 Partner and collaborate with local stakeholders for program development, implementation, and evaluation.*

*7 Maintain relationships with the courts in Chelan and Douglas Counties for the implementation of the Coping With Divorce program, and with school districts and Chelan/Douglas Together! For Drug Free Youth for the Strengthening Families Program.*

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**GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES**

*Provide vision, leadership, and direction for a human development program in Chelan and Douglas Counties. This includes planning, conducting, and evaluating research-based educational activities consistent with clientele needs and WSU Extension policy. *

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*Address a broad spectrum of human development issues across the lifespan with educational programs for children, youth, adults, and families. *

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*_Program Development and Implementation_*

*7 Gain an understanding of community needs and issues affecting the children, youth and families of Chelan-Douglas Counties.*

*7 Ensure that programs and activities reach diverse and under-served families, especially Spanish speaking populations.*

*7 Develop a written plan of work, prepare reports, and implement program evaluation using the logic model.*

*7 Develop, implement, and document outcomes of programs, including the Strengthening Families and Coping with Divorce programs, that bring WSU expertise and experience to address the educational needs of local families and partnering organizations that serve families. *

*7 Develop partnerships that will add program resources and expand access to targeted audiences.*

*7 Procure and manage grants, contracts and other extramural funds that will support strategic program priorities.*

*7 Apply best practice models for delivering children, youth, and family education programs.*

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*_Community and Outreach_*

*7 Develop innovative educational materials and design effective methods of delivery that reach the diverse audiences of Chelan and Douglas Counties. (Dimensions of diversity include family structures, gender, culture, age, sexual orientation, education, and income.)*

*7 Develop linkages, collaborations, and partnerships to build capacity for holistic and integrated educational outreach for children, youth, adults, and families. __*

*7 Develop familiarity with local programs offered in children, youth, and family education.__*

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*_Marketing and Public Relations_*

*7 Advocate for WSU and Extension in the community; contribute to an accurate, consistent, and positive message about Extension to funding partners, participants, and the wider community.*

*7 Develop and/or utilize appropriate methods such as websites, mass media, written materials, and other resources to promote programs.*

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*_Supervisory and Fiscal Responsibility_*

*7 Develop political awareness and knowledge of local government and local and regional policies, processes, barriers and opportunities.*

*7 Develop budgets; monitor budget status in line with program activities, plan, or priorities; maintain program budgets and initiate corrective actions. Prepare budget reports in a timely manner. Prepare contracts and statistical reports.*

*7 Supervise paid staff, instructors, and volunteers in assigned program areas.*

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**JOB EXPECTATIONS **

*1. Understand and carry out the principles and specific requirements of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the American with Disabilities Act, the Affirmative Action Plan, and all pertinent rules and regulations.*

*2. There is an expectation of travel year round and reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed) is required. Evening and weekend work in communities is required. While using a privately-owned vehicle for official business, the successful candidate must obtain current automobile liability insurance (meeting the requirements described in RCW 46.30.020 and RCW 46.29.090) and possess a valid driver's license. *

*3. Extension faculty are hired in to the organization, not a specific geographical location. It is possible that future circumstances may require relocation.*

*4. Employment in this position is contingent upon obtaining Washington State Patrol clearance on a background check.*

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*/WASHINGTON/**//**/ STATE UNIVERSITY/**/ IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU employs only US citizens and lawfully authorized non-US citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services. /*

*/Washington State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its service, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509.335.4521 (v), Washington State TDD RELAY Service: Voice Callers: 1.800.833.6384; TDD Callers: 1.800.833.6388, 509.335.1259 (f), or hrs@wsu.edu. /*

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*Lisa H. Clyde*

*EEO Coordinator*

*WSU Extension*

*413 Hulbert Hall*

*P.O. Box** 646248*

*Pullman**, WA 99164-6248*

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*(509) 335-2822*

*fax (509) 335-2926*

*eeocoord@wsu.edu <mailto:eeocoord@wsu.edu>*

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*Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of non-compliance may be reported through your local Extension office.*

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Claudia S. P. Fernandez, DrPH, MS, RD, LDN
Research Assistant Professor, Department of Maternal and Child Health
Program Director, ACOG Leadership Institute Director, Leadership Core, Food Systems Leadership Institute
The School of Public Health
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
CB# 8165
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-8165
(919) 843-5560
(919) 966-0458 (fax)

When one candle lights another, the flame of the first is in no way diminished

SEPHLI Alumni

APHA

UNC Public Health Grand Rounds on 9/27

Job Post: Washington St. University Extension Educator