Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH)

VOICES/VOCES is sexual health education delivered in small groups: - Demonstration of proper use of male and female condoms - Peer support - Free condom distribution - ~45 Minutes to 1 hour Contact our Sexual Health Center at SexualHealthOutreach@erie.gov to learn more about this program. También se enseña en español VOICES/VOCES es educación sobre salud sexual se imparte en pequeños grupos - Una demostración del uso adecuado de preservativos masculinos y femeninos - Ofrece apoyo entre pares - La distribución gratuita de preservativos - ~45 minutos a 1 hora

Combine your passion for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) with technological skills by applying for the Erie County MERS Coordinator position. This role is crucial in emergency response - you will provide essential coordination and support during crises. Your ability to stay calm and efficient under pressure will ensure that emergency services are delivered swiftly and accurately, serving as a vital support system for those in need. The civil service exam for this position is scheduled for February 8, 2025, and applications must be submitted before January 2, 2025. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be the reassuring voice that individuals rely on in their most challenging times. If you're ready to embrace a role that truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply. Exam opportunities listed at: https://lnkd.in/eKzcFaJX

EMS training and speaker event are canceled for this evening, 12/12/24, due to weather conditions. EMT Courses at Big Tree Volunteer Fire Company & Vigilant Fire Department AEMT Course at East Amherst Fire Department EMS Speaker Series at Erie County Training & Operations Center

The Erie County Department of Health’s Office of Health Equity (OHE) released survey results on winter preparedness in a report that highlights city of Buffalo resident perspectives on winter weather readiness and identifies key challenges. The survey was conducted in collaboration with the City of Buffalo to assess preparedness for blizzards and storms. #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #ThisIsPublicHealth #WinterReadiness #WinterPreparedness #Buffalo

We have an anticipated public health fellowship opening with a very tight deadline to apply - December 13. The Coordinator, Agriculture and Food Systems works with the Food Policy Council of Buffalo and Erie County (FPC), with additional support to Live Well Erie, the Erie County Office of Health Equity, and the Erie County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan Update. Interested candidates should demonstrate familiarity with agriculture, food systems, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Email danielle.rovillo@erie.gov with “FPC Coordinator” in the subject line and a message confirming your intent to apply. Include your resume and two professional references. Timeline: Interviews are tentatively scheduled for December 19-20, 2024, though they may be held sooner. Onboarding for this position will occur on or before January 13, 2025.

Hear Commissioner of Health Dr. Gale Burstein describe the recent increase in congenital syphilis cases - in Erie County and statewide - in this video with Sandra Tan from The Buffalo News. https://lnkd.in/gypu4f69

Senator Schumer, Senator Gillibrand and Congressman Kennedy announced a $7 million award to Erie County to support the removal of lead paint in aging homes through our Division of Environmental Health lead poisoning prevention programs. More to come on this funding! https://lnkd.in/gZyiUcgd

Job opening: Accountant We are looking for candidates who have a bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field, including or supplemented by twenty-four (24) semester credit hours in accounting and one (1) year of accounting and/or auditing experience. See job posting for full details. Apply through and including Dec. 11. https://lnkd.in/eDgSCvpP

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To all who work, who have worked or who aspire to work in public health - thank you! 👏