How much does a Public Health Practitioner make in the United States? The average Public Health Practitioner salary in the United States is $95,211 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $86,081 and $106,879. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Public Health Practitioner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Public Health Practitioner Salary $77,769 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Public Health Practitioner Salary $86,081 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Public Health Practitioner Salary $95,211 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Public Health Practitioner Salary $106,879 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Public Health Practitioner Salary $117,501 US March 26, 2024
25% $86,081 10% $77,769 90% $117,501 75% $106,879 $95,211 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Public Health Practitioner ?

A health professional may operate within all branches of health care, including medicine, surgery, dentistry, midwifery, pharmacy, psychology, nursing or allied health professions. A health professional may also be a public/community health expert working for the common good of the society....

Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/18/2019). Read more from Wikipedia

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Western Plains Public Health - Mandan , ND
Job Description Job Description Position Summary: Carries out a variety of environmental health regulatory and consultative activities across a broad range of programs; funded by local levy, grants, and fees. Analyzes data for all Western Plains Public Health programs. Essential Duties: 1. Educates the regulated public and enforces health and sanitation regulations for body art facilities, onsite sewage treatment, aquatic venues, food and beverage establishments, water supply, tanning facilities, and public health nuisances. 2. Assists and consults as needed with solid waste, hazardous materials, vector control, and air quality. 3. Responds as necessary to public health emergencies to ensure protection of responders and the public, as well as restoration of facilities to ensure the public health. 4. Collaborates with partners to interpret and promote environmental health. 5. Conducts training in environmental health subjects. 6. Prepares reports and submits them to the Administrator at
- 1 day ago
Life Care Health Services LLC - Minneapolis , MN
Job Description Job Description Job description Mental Health Practitioner Responsibilities: MHP • Establish supportive and motivational relationships with client • Coach client to utilize coping strategies and de-escalate crises • Train and support client how to budget Train to ensure clients follow safety guidelines • Collaborate with other staff members, case manager, and interns Mental Health Practitioner. Provide culturally responsive mental health skills to clients in the home community • Assist clients in identifying goals for functional improvement and work with them to meet their goals • Design and implement treatment/intervention in-home reflective of client needs • Receive clinical supervision from qualified staff, and obtain continuing education units. • Must have one to two years of experience, education, or combination in behavioral health, social work, psychology, counseling, nursing, or related area • Must meet the definition of Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker or Me
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Crossnore Communities for Children - Winston-Salem , NC
LOCATION/SCHEDULE: Winston-Salem/Triad Region, NC The Homebuilders practitioner provides HOMEBUILDERS® services as delineated in the HOMEBUILDERS® Standards, including crisis intervention, counseling, skill building, concrete services, and advocacy. This position must live within the assigned Region and be available 24/7 to clients with their supervisor providing backup on-call support. The majority of work completed by this position is done in clients’ homes and within the community. HIRING RANGE: $43,500 to $51,000 annually Pre-Hire Requirements Must successfully complete extensive background checks, interviews, and pre-hire drug screen Crossnore Communities for Children is requiring new hires (excluding those with an approved medical or religious exemption) to be vaccinated for COVID 19 as a condition of employment to help ensure the safety of all employees, youth and families served. Benefits Defined Contribution Benefits Plan including options for: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance L
- 2 days ago
ARMHS Health and Wellness Inc - Minneapolis , MN
Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Mental Health Practitioner to join our team! You will provide recovery-oriented rehabilitation services in group or individual settings. Responsibilities: Establish open lines of communication for individuals with mental or emotional issues Offer assistance to individuals with substance abuse issues Provide prevention-oriented therapy Implement and review treatment plans Collaborate with additional treatment providers and placement agencies Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner Qualifications: Previous experience in mental health counseling or other related fields Familiarity with community mental health resources Excellent written and verbal communications skills Ability to build rapport with clients Strong leadership qualities
- 2 days ago
Metropolitan Family Services - Chicago , IL
Job Description Job Description Metropolitan Family Services empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Metropolitan is Illinois’ first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 117,000 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness and empowerment. We are now hiring for a Full-time Mental Health Practitioner to join our Calumet Team! Safe from the Start offers a variety of family support and mental health services to families with children age 0-5 years old who have been affected by abuse or neglect, or exposed to community, domestic and/ or media violence. Safe from the Start provides assessments, referrals, linkages, individu
- 2 days ago
Rise Incorporated - Cambridge , MN
Job Type Full-time Description Do you want to make a real difference in people's lives? Work for an inspiring non-profit leader in disability services! At Rise, we believe that everyone deserves opportunities to live a life filled with purpose and pride. In our employment, housing, and life-enrichment services, we support people to set and achieve their personal goals. That shared commitment is the foundation of a workplace that embraces a culture of learning and growth by offering extensive training, competitive salaries, and a fun work environment. Visit our website at www.rise.org to learn more about our work. Position Summary The Mental Health Practitioner will provide mental health services to assist persons with active mental health diagnoses to live as independently as possible. Your services will be provided in an environment conducive to learning while assigned to the Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS) team. Responsibilities Assess functioning levels, strength
- 2 days ago

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