C&P from link Isolation & Quarantine Team Consultants (PS2) – Non-Permanent – DOH5814 Salary  $3,294.00 - $4,286.00 Monthly Location  Lewis County – Centralia, WA Job Type Full Time - Non-Permanent Department Dept. of Health Job Number DOH5814 Closing Continuous Important Note: As stated in Governor’s Proclamation 21-14, all employees engaging in work for the Department of Health are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on or before October 18, 2021. Proof of vaccination will be verified by the Office of Human Resources after an employment offer has been extended and accepted. See vaccine requirement timeline. Please reach out to the Office of Human Resources at HR@doh.wa.gov if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation.   Apply early!  Application review will be ongoing.  Initial review begins September 21, 2021. This recruitment is open and continuous. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision and/or to close the recruitment at any time.   The mission of the Department of Health (DOH) is to protect and improve the health of people in Washington. The division of Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) ensures the agency and its local health, tribal, and medical partners are better prepared to respond to and recover from public health emergencies, major disasters, and terrorist activities that affect the health of the people of Washington State. The Isolation and Quarantine (I&Q) Section works to decompress hospitals by supporting local and state isolation and quarantine, Alternate Care Facility (ACF), and patient transport (EMS) by partnering with local governments (Tribes, Counties, Cities) and communities, state agencies, and other entities in the event of an emergency. People who test positive for COVID-19 or who are exposed to someone who tests positive are asked to isolate or quarantine (I & Q) away from other people for 10 to 14 days in order to reduce risk of transmitting the virus to others. Most people are able to isolate or quarantine in their own homes. In Washington State, providing for I & Q is the responsibility of local jurisdictions.   The state Isolation and Quarantine facility was created for individuals who are not Washington residents but are traveling in our state and test positive for COVID-19 or who have been exposed to someone who tests positive and do not have a residence or other location in which to spend their 10-14 day isolation or quarantine period.   Our state facility operates from within a motel in Lewis County.  Our team provide a number of different services for our guests. Team members provide transportation to and from the facility in vans that have been altered to separate air flow to protect the driver. There is a nurse on staff who checks guest vitals multiple times per day to ensure that guests whose condition worsens get timely transport to a medical facility for care. Another team member will accompany the nurse on their rounds and take notes for the nurse. Team members provide for all aspects of the guest’s stay to include providing laundry services, delivering hygiene products, delivering ready-made foods or microwaveable foods to the guests. Team members also answer phones, check inventory and keep track of supplies needed to safely operate the facility. Team members receive training in fit and use of personal protection equipment (PPE).  In addition, team members may be asked to provide technical assistance to local health jurisdictions or tribal nations on facility operation and performance. Learn more about Isolation and Quarantine for COVID-19  Under the direction of the Team Lead, these Program Specialist 2 (PS 2) positions are responsible for participating in program planning and evaluation of health service delivery products and identifying needs for personnel, supplies, and activities to support community and state response activities. These positions implement policies and procedures that guide the work of the team.    This recruitment will be used to fill three (3) non-permanent full-time Program Specialist 2 positions located within the Division of Emergency Preparedness & Response.  These Program Specialist 2 positions are anticipated to last twelve (12) months from date of hire.   The duty station for this position is in Centralia, WA at our State Isolation and Quarantine Facility. The facility is staffed 24 hours per day and 7 days per week. Staff may work any or all of the three shifts and may work overtime as needed to ensure adequate staffing of the facility. About the Department of Health  The vision of the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is equity and optimal health for all. Our mission is to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state.   Our Values  Good organizations know what they do and how they do it. Great organizations also understand why they do it. Our values are:Human-centered: We see others as people who matter like we do and take into account their needs, challenges, contributions, and objectives. Equity: We are committed to fairness and justice to ensure access to services, programs, opportunities, and information for all. Collaboration: We seek partnership and collaboration to maximize our collective impact. We cannot achieve our vision alone. Seven Generations: Inspired by Native American culture, we seek wisdom from those who came before us to ensure our current work protects those who will come after us. Excellence: We strive to demonstrate best practices, high performance, and compelling value in our work every day.  Benefits of Working for DOH  Washington is America's Top State, according to U.S. News (2021), and provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.     We also offer:A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for many positions. Growth and development opportunities.  A wellness program that offers education, access to healthy food, and fitness classes. Opportunities to serve your community through meaningful work. A commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters an inclusive environment that encourages all employees to bring their authentic selves to work. An Infant at Work Program based on the long-term health values of breastfeeding newborns and infant-parent bonding.  A modernized workplace.