MEDICAL SERVICES SCREENER – PUBLIC HEALTH

Application Deadline: 2024-05-08
Job Type: County
Job Description:

Chippewa County is accepting applications for a Medical Services Screener position within the Department of Public Health – Planning and Strategy Division. The job duties of the Medical Services Screener include but are not limited to performing delegated professional assessment tasks in locations including an office, health department clinic, school, or home environment. The MSS will complete Children’s Long-Term Services Functional Screens, referrals to the Birth-To-Three program, may provide intake and referral services, care coordination services, community and family education and other tasks to promote the provision of needed services to Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) and their families, especially in the areas of mental health and other special health care needs. Services are to be provided in a responsive, courteous and professional manner to County residents and the general public.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Registered Nursing, or a related health care field is preferred -OR- Associate’s degree in a medical field or Licensed Practical Nursing with a minimum of two (2) years professional work experience required. Two (2) years or more of professional work experience in the mental health field is preferred. Must meet statutory requirements to perform functional screens in the State of Wisconsin, including successful completion of Children’s Long-Term Functional Screen training within two (2) weeks of date of hire. Must maintain professional credentials to practice in Wisconsin, if applicable. Experience working with families with children who have special needs is preferred. A valid driver’s licenses and cell phone is required. Visit www.chippewacountywi.gov to view the full position description and other job requirements.

Starting Wage: $25.76 – $28.00 per hour depending on qualifications plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Maximum Wage: $33.60 per hour.

Benefits: Health Insurance offered through AmeriBen (Anthem Blue Preferred Network) is a high deductible plan ($2,000 – Single and $4,000 – Family) with $0 monthly premiums! Includes Near-Site Clinic at ReforMedicine with $0 cost office visits, physicals, labs, etc. Wisconsin Retirement System pension! Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Disability Insurance offered. Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) of 7.09 hours earned bi-weekly! For more information on Chippewa County’s Benefits visit:
https://www.chippewacountywi.gov/government/administration/human-resources-division/employee-benefits

TO APPLY: Applications will only be accepted through the online application process at www.chippewacountywi.gov under Career Opportunities. Applications must be submitted electronically by Wednesday, May 8th 2024 at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after that date and time will not be considered. EOE.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chippewa/

Deadline Note: TO APPLY: Applications will only be accepted through the online application process at www.chippewacountywi.gov under Career Opportunities. Applications must be submitted electronically by Wednesday, May 8th 2024 at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after that date and time will not be considered. EOE.