DUPAGE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

The DuPage County Health Department, founded by public referendum in 1944, works to protect and promote the health of our community. The responsibilities of the Health Department include: preventing epidemics and the spread of disease, protecting against environmental hazards and injuries, promoting and encouraging healthy behaviors, responding to disasters and assisting in recovery, and assuring the accessibility of health services. Among our many services, we offer immunization clinics and dental services, inspect pools and restaurants, educate students about healthy behaviors, investigate d ... isease outbreaks, prepare for public health emergencies, provide testing and treatment for sexually-transmitted diseases, and offer behavioral health services, in addition to numerous other programs that support the health of our residents. For more information about all the services we offer, visit www.dupagehealth.org. Clients wishing to make an appointment can call (630) 682-7400. The Health Department is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with some clinics holding evening and weekend hours. The Health Department also provides 24 hour support for mental health emergencies through our Crisis Intervention Unit. Individuals in need can contact the Crisis Intervention Unit at any time at (630) 627-1700. DuPage County, Illinois is located directly south and west of Cook County, which includes the city of Chicago. In serving the approximately 932,000 residents of DuPage, the Health Department employs approximately 600 dedicated health care professionals and support staff. Services are provided at various facilities located throughout the county, with Public Health Centers in Addison, Lombard, West Chicago, Westmont, and Wheaton. For more information about employment and volunteer opportunities at the DuPage County Health Department, visit https://www.dupagehealth.org/317/Career-Opportunities. More

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Supervises the work of professional level staff responsible for providing behavioral health crisis interventions, including both phone and in-person assessments for children and adults.. Management of staff and program needs in order to effectively meet client needs during urgent, unpredictable situations.. Provides support and consultation to staff regarding unique or complex client situations.. Collaborates with other professionals to support integrated care for clients served through crisis programs.. Serves as consultant to service providers in the community and ensures community knowledge... view job details

The DuPage County Health Department is seeking a full-time. Behavioral Health Supervisor to work in our Youth and Family Services Program. . The preferred candidate for this position needs experience and understanding of the Mobile Crisis Response (MCR), Screening, Assessment, and Supportive Services (SASS) and the Family Support Program (FSP). The most important characteristic of our Leadership group is to build clinically driven teams, who are empowered to engage families and meet needs in ways that promote progress and successful outcomes. Characteristics of a successful candidate for this ... view job details

PURPOSE. :. An employee in this class is responsible for promoting breastfeeding in a clinic and community setting.  Work requires the ability to give basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to breastfeeding mothers.  Performs related work as required.  Immediate supervision is provided by the assigned lead worker or department supervisor. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES TO BE PERFORMED WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS. :. Advises pregnant and breastfeeding mothers during WIC clinics; receives a caseload of clients and makes routine periodic contact by telephone, home visits, and/o... view job details

PURPOSE:. An employee in this class performs work of moderate difficulty preparing the appropriate documentation for complex and routine purchases.  Work involves a thorough understanding of procurement policies and procedures in order to facilitate the purchasing process in support of agency-wide programs.  Performs related work as required.  Direction is received from the Business Services Manager.. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES TO BE PERFORMED WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS. :. Monitors vendor expenditure levels, as needed, during contract term for compliance with applicable policies,... view job details

PURPOSE:. An employee in this class performs work of moderate difficulty preparing the appropriate documentation for complex and routine purchases.  Work involves a thorough understanding of procurement policies and procedures in order to facilitate the purchasing process in support of agency-wide programs.  Performs related work as required.  Direction is received from the Business Services Manager.. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES TO BE PERFORMED WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS. :. Monitors vendor expenditure levels, as needed, during contract term for compliance with applicable policies,... view job details

Considerable knowledge of program requirements and eligibility; considerable knowledge of the functions and resources of public and private social service and health care agencies available to clients; good knowledge of assessment methods and procedures; good knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet computer software. Considerable skill in organizing work tasks to meet established deadlines; considerable skill communicating information to clients in a clear and concise format; considerable skill listening to and documenting client needs; working skill in developing and maintaining positive... view job details

We are excited to offer the opportunity to join our team within the Crisis Services Unit.  Crisis Services is located in the newest building on the DuPage County Campus in Wheaton and provides 24/7 crisis mental health services to county residents who may be experiencing a psychiatric crisis or are in need of additional support for symptoms of mental illness.  Crisis services staff, work as a team to deliver quality care, and a quick response to residents in need. Click. Crisis Services. to learn more about our program.. This full-time Community Center Support Specialist position works Sunday ... view job details

We are excited to offer the opportunity to join our team within the Crisis Services Unit.  Crisis Services is located in the newest building on the DuPage County Campus in Wheaton and provides 24/7 crisis mental health services to county residents who may be experiencing a psychiatric crisis or are in need of additional support for symptoms of mental illness.  Crisis services staff, work as a team to deliver quality care, and a quick response to residents in need. Click. Crisis Services. to learn more about our program.. This full-time Community Center Support Specialist position works Sunday ... view job details

An employee in this classification performs work of moderate difficulty establishing and maintaining a centralized credentialing process which supports the entire agency.  Work requires the ability to ensure compliance with established standards and accreditation requirements.  Performs related work as required.  General supervision is received from Quality and Compliance Manager. Maintains internal provider credentialing files for all applicable staff members, including creating new and maintaining old provider files. Processes applications and reappointment paperwork, checking for full compl... view job details

The DuPage County Health Department is looking for a Custodian to join our team. Do you like a variety in your job duties at different locations?  In this Full-Time position, you will be performing maintenance tasks for assigned Health Department buildings... This position is eligible for a full DuPage County benefit package to include: 12 paid holidays per year and paid time off. just to name a few for a complete list of our benefits, click on the benefits tab.. Salary may increase  based on experience.. Sweeps, scrubs, mops, washes, strips, waxes, and buffs floors. Dusts, waxes, and washes w... view job details