What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Services Program Aide position at Watonwan County Human Services?
Watonwan County Human Services
HAS A FULL-TIME POSITION OPENING FOR A
HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM AIDE
SALARY MIN $18.53 – MAX $25.37 / HR
SUMMARY: Under general supervision, this position delivers support to clients & staff by providing public health department program assistance in the following areas: fluoride varnishing, pack’n play & car seat education & distribution programs, assist with Maternal Child Health outreach programs, assisting clients with Family Planning and Public Health Emergency Preparedness functions, assist with grant related duties in Opioid and Cannabis programs, assist with outreach & surveys for the Community Health Assessment (CHA) & Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduation and two years of experience providing customer service, office support functions or paraprofessional level services in a public health agency/program. Completion of two years of college or vocational school with an emphasis in nursing, health education, nutrition, or closely related field may substitute for the experience.
Must have a valid State of Minnesota driver’s license.
People with bilingual skills are highly encouraged to apply.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with clients and co-workers.
- Utilizes and implements appropriate security measures when handling confidential or sensitive materials, according to HIPAA and Data Practice guidelines.
- Ability to work under supervision but ordinarily proceeds on own initiative and carries work out to completion independently; ability to also work as a team member.
- Knowledge of community resources available for clients and co-workers.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, agency staff members, other staff professional representatives and the general public.
- Ability to accept and adhere to our agency mission statement and the standards of excellence which includes integrity, diversity, accountability, respect, compassion and wellness.
- Knowledge of health benefits form having fluoride varnish applied to teeth.
- Experience in a healthcare setting or ability to demonstrate knowledge skills needed in healthcare.
- Knowledge of personnel, safety, and administrative polices as appropriate to work assignment.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING: 100% paid Single Medical Health Plan, Supplemental Insurances, Health Savings Account (HSA) or Voluntary Employees Beneficiary Association Plan (VEBA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 16 days first year vacation, 13 days per year sick leave, 10.5 days per year paid holidays, Public Employees Retirement Coordinated Plan (PERA) with a generous employer matching program. Eligible for annual pay and Cost of Living (COLA) increases.
TO APPLY FOR POSITION: Do not apply directly on really.com. YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE AT http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mnmeritsystem
Submit application on or before Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
For more information, contact Barbara.Salmela-Lind@watonwancountymn.gov
EEO/AA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.23 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Ability to Commute:
- Saint James, MN 56081 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $30