Career Opportunities

Resumes/applications may be submitted to:

LMAS District Health Department
Attn: Human Resources
14150 Hamilton Lake Rd.
Newberry, MI 49868

*An application must accompany a resume*

SOCIAL WORKERS & REGISTERED NURSES

LMAS District Health Department is seeking to contract Licensed Social Workers & Registered Nurses for our Maternal Infant Health (MIHP) home visiting program in Alger, Delta and Menominee Counties. Candidate must have a minimum 1 year experience providing community health, pediatric and/or maternal/infant services.

Please send letter of interest and resume to Leann Espinoza at lespinoza@lmasdhd.org

Positions Open Until Filled

CLERICAL POSITION

LMAS District Health Department is accepting applications for a full-time clerical position based

in the School Based Health Centers at SAINTS Health Center in St. Ignace, 3 days per week &

The C.A.M.P. in Newberry, 2 days per week. Job duties include computer data entry, filing,

customer service, typing, compiling reports, and other clerical duties as needed. Excellent people

and computer skills, and experience in an office environment required. Travel will be necessary, as time will be split between the two schools. An agency vehicle may be available depending upon availability.

PEER RECOVERY COACH

LMAS District Health Department is accepting applications for a Peer Recovery Coach. This position is full-time with benefits. A Peer Recovery Coach is someone who has lived with substance use disorder and is committed to recovery. The Peer Recovery Coach will provide non-clinical services intended to aid individuals in establishing and maintaining individual recovery. The peer recovery coach will promote a recovery-based approach with an emphasis on respect, self-direction, and empowerment by providing peer support, personal assistance, education on community resources, and other supportive services for individuals with substance use disorder (SUD). The successful candidate will provide services within target areas of the
LMAS District, in collaboration with local sheriff offices, jails, and treatment courts.

A high school diploma and minimum of two years of sobriety while working a recovery program preferred. Good verbal and written communication skills a must. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage time and prioritize multiple tasks. Willingness to share personal substance use recovery experiences with clients, as appropriate. Knowledge of recovery support systems, experience facilitating recovery groups, and working knowledge of the criminal justice system preferred.

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

LMAS District Health Department is currently accepting applications for an Environmental Specialist, based in one of our four offices; Newberry, St. Ignace, Munising, or Manistique. This position is full-time with benefits. Duties include: inspecting and evaluating premises and establishments having public health significance, such as food service establishments, on-site waste water, public swimming pools, private water supplies, etc., to ensure compliance with applicable codes and laws; plan review and issuance of permits.

Successful candidate will have knowledge of state and local laws pertaining to Environmental Health, and the ability to use a computer for word processing and program applications related to Environmental Health, and a valid drivers license. Position requires a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science or related field. Registration in the state of Michigan or REHS is preferred. Travel will be required.

PUBLIC HEALTH - REGISTERED NURSE

LMAS District Health Department has an opening for a full-time Public Health Registered Nurse based in our Munising office. The RN provides clinic-based services including WIC, immunizations, family planning, breast & cervical cancer screenings, STI testing and treatment, disease surveillance and prevention, counseling, and public education. Knowledge of public health programs is a plus. Seeking an RN with current Michigan license, BSN preferred. Electronic health record experience desirable; computer literacy required.

Make a difference in the health of your community
Work with and advocate for families
Competitive wages, exciting work environment
Major holidays and weekends off

FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER

LMAS District Health Department is accepting applications for a Family Support Worker based in our St. Ignace office, to provide services in Chippewa and eastern Mackinac counties. This position is full-time with benefits. Job duties include but are not limited to: initiating and maintaining regular and long-term support with families, primarily in the family’s home, and, in particular, with parents who are working with MDHHS Child Protective Services. The candidate will assist parents in improving their skills to optimize the home environment; improving the family support system; increasing the family’s ability to problem solve and assume the role of advocate for themselves and their children.

An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a human services field is preferred, a valid driver’s license is required. Must be available to families after-hours on an emergency basis. Work experience with children 0-5 years of age with a knowledge of child growth/development and parent-child relationships preferred. Travel will be necessary.