The posting
Overview & Benefits
Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.
When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.
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General Summary
$22.70 - $30.41 This position is based out of the Pontiac Clinic, with most work done throughout the community
Are you passionate about connecting with people, promoting healthier communities, and making a difference where people live, work, learn, and gather? Oakland County Health Division is seeking a compassionate and community-focused Auxiliary Health Clerk to support public health outreach throughout Oakland County. The position is part time and will require some flexibility in your schedule. This is a highly interactive, community-based role where you'll work directly with residents, schools, churches, community centers, LGBTQ+ organizations, and other community partners to increase access to important health services and education. If you enjoy building relationships, working in diverse community settings, and helping improve public health through outreach and education, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.
What You'll Do: • Deliver public health outreach and support services at community locations throughout Oakland County, including churches, schools, community centers, and partner organizations • Assist professional staff with health screenings, routine clinical support activities, and minor laboratory testing at outreach events and community clinics • Take and document physical measurements and accurately record findings following established procedures • Help residents access public health services by scheduling and rescheduling appointments and connecting them with available resources • Assist in creating and distributing health education materials and public health information • Support health education events, conferences, and community programs by providing logistical and administrative assistance • Assist with program planning, data collection, record keeping, and preparation of reports • Collaborate with public health professionals and community partners to deliver exceptional customer service and improve community health outcomes • Utilize County technology and software to maintain records and support program operations
Why You’ll Love It Here: • Spend your workday in the community rather than in a traditional clinic setting, connecting directly with the people you serve • Build meaningful relationships with residents and community organizations while helping improve access to public health services • Work alongside a dedicated team committed to advancing health equity and supporting diverse populations across Oakland County • Enjoy a flexible schedule that supports outreach events, community programs, and public engagement opportunities • Gain experience across a variety of public health initiatives while making a visible impact on community wellness • Receive competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the satisfaction of serving your community through a rewarding public service career
Minimum Qualifications
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess an Associate’s Degree or equivalent education from an accredited college or university with coursework in Journalism, English, Psychology, Sociology, Early Childhood Education or closely related areas;
OR
- Have Merit System status in any classification and be currently employed in the Health & Human Services Department; AND
- Have successfully completed at least the equivalent of one (1) year of college at an accredited college or university with coursework in Journalism, English, Psychology, Sociology, Early Childhood Education, or closely related areas; AND
- Have two (2) years of full‑time work experience in the Oakland County Health & Human Services Department conducting or assisting in various para‑professional health assignments and activities requiring considerable knowledge and a thorough understanding of the various elements involved.
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous work experience with the general public either as a volunteer or an employee.
- Pursuing college study leading to a degree in Public Health, Psychology, Nursing, Sociology, Social Work, or associated areas.
- Reasonable knowledge of social needs, habits, and characteristics of behavior.
- Reasonable ability to counsel, instruct and control people.
- Reasonable ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Reasonable ability to prepare routine reports.
- Reasonable ability to cope with challenging situations requiring immediate decisions in accordance with department policies and objectives.
- Reasonable ability to develop and maintain effective communications with people.
- Familiar with current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and Internet software.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Employees of this class must submit to immunizations as required by the Health Division and submit to a tuberculin skin test or chest x‑ray, at County expense, once a year.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists professional public health employees at various locations throughout Oakland County.
- Assists and provides information concerning available services and procedures to persons visiting or seeking aid at the Health Division.
- At clinic/conference sites, may conduct routine laboratory tests, screening tests and/or performs selected physical measurements (e.g., height, weight, head circumference) as assigned.
- Provides prior authorization screening for services.
- Provides follow‑up regarding client services.
- Follows‐up on selected children referred from programs to assure medical attention is provided for their problem.
- Assists in organizing health education materials and audio‑visual aids and displays.
- Participates in agency task force when appropriate.
- Attends selected staff meetings and supervisory group meetings.
- Attends staff meetings and in‑service education offerings for public health nursing groups.
- Makes appointments for various services, codes visits, separates and organizes reports, maintains files and records, inventories supplies, and performs a variety of associated duties.
- Assists professional staff in routine licensing and regulatory procedures.
- Following established guidelines, assists professional staff in monitoring local agency management information system reports by reviewing computations.
- Assists professional staff in monitoring local agency contract compliance following established guidelines.
- Assists professional staff in ensuring the accuracy and appropriateness of reports and data generated at both the local and central agency level following established procedures.
- Assists the public by providing referrals and information such as phone numbers and locations of agencies.
- Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to communicate accurately to convey information.
- Ability to operate and/or utilize typical office and medical office equipment and supplies.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work is performed in a typical office/medical laboratory setting or out in the community.
- May participate in activities that require driving or being a passenger in an automobile.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.
Additional Minimum Qualifications
Union*
*If applicable
EEO Statement
We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Inclusion Statement
Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.
