OHSS: Bereavement Intern

About the Department

Unpaid

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.  
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths. 
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Position Duties

Job Description:

The intern will assist the Occupational Health (OH) Surveillance Program with conducting a quantitative and/or qualitative analysis of the 2019/2022 Georgia Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) bereavement data. The intern will 1) Conduct literature reviews for a proposed manuscript related to bereavement and employment; 2) Draft a manuscript for publication; 3) Develop bereavement resource guides for Georgia employers and employees, including best practices for employers to support employees coping with grief and coping strategies for employees. The intern will also participate in weekly writing skills, critical thinking, and data analysis sessions with the OH Surveillance Epidemiologist and Epidemiology/Bereavement Consultant.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Current public health or health science student. Completed coursework in epidemiology, biostatistics, and/or environmental/occupational health recommended. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Other Qualifications

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. 

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. 

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email [email protected]. 

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview.  DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Benefits

N/A

Supplemental Questions

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Agency Information

EmployerGeorgia Department of Public Health (GA)Address 200 Piedmont Ave, SE
West Tower
Atlanta, Georgia, 30334 Website http://dph.georgia.gov