Community Resource Paramedic Program Coordinator Salary $47,476.00 - $70,014.00 Annually Location Gainesville, FL Job Type Full-Time Regular Department FIRE RESCUE Job Number 07901 Closing 12/9/2018 11:59 PM Eastern Job Ad The Gainesville Fire Rescue Department is seeking a Community Resource Paramedic Program Coordinator. This is a responsible technical and administrative coordinator position assisting in analyzing, implementing, and maintaining a strong proactive CRP program to meet program goals. Positions allocated to this classification report to the District Chief and work under general direction. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its application of professional skills in leading projects in a team/project environment. Tasks to be performed may include but not be limited to: Identifies, prioritizes, and resolves reported problems including unmet social needs of program patients to reduce 911 abuse, decrease hospital readmission, and increase patient quality of life. Assists with analysis of input requirement and design output reports based on user needs to measure program success. Drives emergency vehicles and performs home visits to evaluate for safety and fall position and performs direct patient assessment and treated at the Basic Life Support level. Develops relations with regional hospitals and social service programs to increase access for program patients. Assist with GFR Operation C.A.R.E. as a CPR instructor. Researches and works with department and City grant managers to apply for applicable grant funding and assists with strategic planning for EMS programs. Coordinates with CRP Medical Director to create care plans for program patients. Assists in analyzing, designing, implementing, and maintaining a strong and proactive CRP program to meet program goals as established by GRF's EMS Chief. Schedules work and trains part/time UF student interns. Acts as liaison to outside related governmental, educational and non-profit agencies. To be considered for this position you must have: Bachelor degree from an accredited university with major course work broadly related to social services, preferred public health degree, or related field and Two (2) years progressive experience in the social service realm. Licenses: Valid driver license required upon appointment. Certifications: Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic certification Emergency Vehicle Operations Course AHA CPR certifications. Embracing change is the Gainesville way of life! Come join our team as we shift the culture from "No to Yes", "from reactive to proactive," "from policy-oriented to services-oriented", and "from silos to teams". Job Description SUMMARY This is a responsible technical and administrative coordinator position assisting in analyzing, implementing, and maintaining a strong proactive CRP program to meet program goals. Positions allocated to this classification report to the District Chief and work under general direction. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its application of professional skills in leading projects in a team/project environment. EXAMPLES OF WORK* This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower level duties may be required. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Identifies, prioritizes, and resolves reported problems including unmet social needs of program patients to reduce 911 abuse, decrease hospital readmission, and increase patient quality of life. Assists with analysis of input requirement and design output reports based on user needs to measure program success. Drives emergency vehicles and performs home visits to evaluate for safety and fall position and performs direct patient assessment and treated at the Basic Life Support level. Develops relations with regional hospitals and social service programs to increase access for program patients. Assist with GFR Operation C.A.R.E. as a CPR instructor. Researches and works with department and City grant managers to apply for applicable grant funding and assists with strategic planning for EMS programs. Coordinates with CRP Medical Director to create care plans for program patients. Assists in analyzing, designing, implementing, and maintaining a strong and proactive CRP program to meet program goals as established by GRF's EMS Chief. Schedules work and trains part/time UF student interns. Acts as liaison to outside related governmental, educational and non-profit agencies. Attends regular City Commission and Committee meetings as needed. Attends work on a continuous and regular basis. NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Performs other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor degree from an accredited university with major course work broadly related to social services, preferred public health degree, or related field and two (2) years progressive experience in the social service realm. Time working in a community resource program or paramedicine program preferred. CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES Licenses Valid driver license required upon appointment. Valid Florida Driver license required within thirty (30) days of start date and at all times while employed in this classification. Certifications Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic certification Emergency Vehicle Operations Course AHA CPR certifications. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of federal and State regulations and directives. Knowledge of hospital, social service, and City operational systems and procedures. Knowledge of budget and accounting principles. Knowledge of administrative practices. Ability to organize and plan work and analyze situations, programs, and problems. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to coach and mentor others. Ability to be proactive and take initiative to get things done without prompting. Ability to cope well in stressful environments. Ability to multitask and successfully handle various and sundry tasks. Strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to interact collaboratively and productively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds including elected and appointed government officials, Charter Officers, City employees, representatives of other agencies, and the general public. Skill in operative an emergency motor vehicle. Proficient in second language. Proficient in the use of computer software and data entry. Proficient in the use of EMS equipment. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job, the employee must meet the moral, educational, health, and physical requirements prescribed by the City. Pre-employment medical examination is required including satisfactory drug screening. Work requires physical strength and agility. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work requires performance of tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions and walking on uneven terrain. Required to work and attend meetings outside regular business hours. To learn more about benefits offered from the City of Gainesville / Gainesville Regional Utilities, please visit our benefits page at: http://www.cityofgainesville.org/GOVERNMENT/CityDepartmentsNZ/RiskManagmentDepartment/EmployeeBenefits/tabid/409/Default.aspx 01 Please select the option below that best describes your highest level of education. *** Education must be reflected on the application for consideration. *** High School Diploma or equivalency Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree 02 Please select the option below that best describes your major course of study. Social Services Public Health Emergency Management Other Related Subject Other Unrelated Subject 03 If you selected "Other Unrelated Subject" in the previous questions, please indicate what field of study and how it relates to this position. If this does not apply to you, please enter "N/A". 04 How many years of progressive experience do you have in the social service realm? **** All relevant work experience must be clearly listed and shown on your application for consideration. **** 0 - less than 1 year 1 year - less than 2 years More than 2 years 05 Of the certifications listed below, please indicate the number of certifications you possess at the time of application: *** These certifications must be attached to your application to be considered. *** 1) EMT / Paramedic 2) Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) 3) AHA CPR Certification ONE of the certifications listed above TWO of the certifications listed above, THREE of the certifications listed above NONE of the certifications listed above 06 Please select from the option below where you initially learned about this employment opportunity: City of Gainesville Website Governmentjobs.com Career Source Word of Mouth College Job Posting Other Prefer not to disclose Guardian Recruiter Professional Diversity Network PDN 07 If you selected "Other" from the above option, please identify the event, activity or source where you initially learned about this employment opportunity. Please type N/A if this question does not apply to you. Required Question Agency City of Gainesville Address 222 E. University Ave PO BOX 490 Gainesville, Florida, 32627 Website