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Oral Health Consultant [02/15/2010] |
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Duties:Reporting to the Director, Office of Oral Health, the Oral Health Consultant will develop, implement and promote oral health programs in school-based settings, including school-based health centers. Coordinate community and parent oral health meetings to promote utilization of school-based oral health programs. Provide oral health prevention services (dental sealants and fluoride) at school-based health centers and coordinate the delivery of restorative dental care identified at these facilities. The Oral Health Consultant will serve as a resource and liaison for advocates, parents and caretakers of children with special health needs; develop a referral system for children with special needs in need of a dental home and collaborate with established public and private partnerships to implement specific activities outlined in the state’s oral health action plan. Participate in the planning and delivery of workshops on oral health awareness, school health and presentations and reports as needed. Other duties as assigned. This position will include (a) a primary focus on prevention; (b) assessment of oral health issues; (c) promotion of oral health services; and (d) coordination between community health providers to support and promote access to comprehensive oral health services for low-income and underserved children in all age categories. Qualifications:Please see Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Current Massachusetts license to practice dental hygiene; 2. Experience working with child populations; and 3. Experience working with prevention programs in non-traditional settings. Applicants must have a dental hygiene degree from an accredited dental hygiene school and a BS degree preferred, but not mandatory for applicants to be considered qualified for the position.
The ideal candidate possesses community outreach experience, and previous experience in the management of school-based prevention programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of school-based oral health prevention programs, technical assistance and outreach. The successful candidate will be able to work as part of team, manage multiple tasks independently, and have excellent written and oral communication skills. A current driver’s license and the ability to travel within the Commonwealth during and after normal school and working hours are essential.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must have a dental hygiene degree from an accredited dental hygiene school and a BS degree, but not mandatory for applicants to be considered qualified for the position, as well as three years of full-time clinical experience. Applicants must hold a valid Massachusetts dental hygiene license or have the ability to obtain a Massachusetts dental hygiene license within 60 days. The ideal candidate possesses teaching and community outreach experience, and previous experience in the management of a school-based oral health program. The successful candidate will have experience working with children with special health needs and is comfortable in providing outreach and support to MDPH partners. The successful candidate will be able to work as part of a team, manage multiple tasks independently, and have excellent written and oral communication skills. A current driver's license and the ability to travel within the Commonwealth during and after normal school and working hours are essential.
Comments:EVALUATION CRITERIA: Contract award will be based on the relevance and extent of the applicant’s experience and/or training in meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications. Contract performance will be evaluated at six-month intervals based on fulfillment of assigned duties and responsibilities. Lynn A. Bethel, Director Office of Oral Health Department of Public Health 250 Washington Street, Boston, MA. 02108-4619 Job Type: Contract/Temp Location: Massachusetts-Boston
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03/15/2010