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Health Department of Northwest Michigan's team is made up of nurses, community health coordinators, sanitarians, accountants, IT professionals, mental health professionals, nurse practitioners, public health techs, administrative professionals, and more. Our team is dedicated to promoting well-being, preventing disease and protecting the environment in the communities in which we live, work and play.

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If you are ready to make an impact, check out our open positions below and send ALL requested documents to careers@nwhealth.org.

We are looking for a Community Health Worker to join our team. Do you enjoy helping people and have excellent communication skills? Are you highly motivated and resourceful? As trusted front line public health workers, CHWs establish relationships with individuals and are responsible for helping clients and their families navigate and access community services, other resources they need, and adopt healthy behaviors. A CHW provides for the screening, assessment and referral of the target population to address Social Determinates of Health needs, and performs home visits to assist in the care delivery for each individual and family. This position will have a large focus on pregnant mothers and families with newborns. The main office location will be in Charlevoix county; however, work with clients throughout both Charlevoix and Emmet counties is required. Meeting with people in their homes, as well as community settings, is an important part of this job. Consider joining our amazing and supportive team doing integral work in Northern Michigan.

Applicants must:
  • have strong organizational and communication skills
  • have the ability to interact and work well with a variety of people
  • be able to relate to individuals as a peer to quickly build trusting, authentic relationships to facilitate sharing and motivate clients
  • be able to function independently, as well as part of a team
  • be comfortable using technology
  • have the ability to safely and effectively case manage a client caseload
  • have the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously while following established policies and meeting deadlines

This full time position offers a day schedule (with occasional evenings and weekends) a competitive wage, generous time off, and excellent medical, vision, dental, and retirement plans. Requirements for this position include a high school diploma or its equivalent, with an Associate degree preferred, and a minimum of one to three years' experience working in a clinic or medical setting and/or working with children. A Community Health Worker certification is preferred but not required. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and [3) completed HDNW job application to careers@nwhealth.org. ***All three items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***

This position will remain open until filled.

A full time Public Health Nurse position is available in Otsego County to a registered nurse who has a passion for working with pregnant women and families with young children, as well as the community at large.

This challenging and rewarding position works mainly in the WIC, MIHP and IMMs program providing assessment, education, and support. Additional programmatic work includes but is not limited to Communicable Disease and Newborn Home visits. Public Health Nurses conduct home visits, on site and off site clinics, and are involved with all ages of community members providing education and advocacy.

Nursing experience in pediatrics, obstetrics or public health nursing is preferred, but not required. Applicants must hold a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan. A BSN degree is preferred. A valid driver's license and automobile insurance are also required.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:
  • Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield is offered, with the choice of a Traditional PPO plan, or a High Deductible Health Plan for the employee and family. The Health Department makes a contribution to help offset the High Deductible. Payroll contributions vary depending on plan and level of coverage selected. Employees who opt out of medical coverage will receive a $92.31 in their paycheck per pay period.
  • Dental: Dental coverage is with Delta Dental, and has a $25.00/person or $75.00/family annual deductible. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Vision: Vision coverage is with VSP, and offers lenses, frames and examinations once every 12 months within plan limitations. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Group term life insurance: Base coverage for employees of $50,000, spouse $2,000, and children under 18 years of age $1,000 is provided to employees at no cost. Additional optional life insurance is available at employee cost.
  • Short Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 8th day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Long Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 91st day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit. All current insurance benefits will continue for three months while on Long Term Disability.
  • Professional Liability in the name of Health Department of Northwest Michigan; Workers Compensation, and Unemployment Insurance. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost.
  • Section 125 - Pre-taxable health insurance premiums, Flexible Spending Accounts / Dependent Care Accounts, and optional insurance packages available at 100% employee cost.
  • Wellness Programs that employees are encouraged to participate in. Participation includes a decreased employee share deduction for health insurance for full time staff, or increased monthly deposit to retirement account for full time staff who do not have Health Department insurance. Other incentives may apply as well.
  • PAID TIME OFF - Employees receive 15.6 days of PTO each year, along with 10.5 holidays, and 2 floating holidays.

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, [3) completed HDNW job application and (4) copy of current professional license to careers@nwhealth.org. ***All four items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***

This position will remain open until filled. First round interviews MAY be conducted via Teams or Zoom.

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan has a school-based position available to provide group and individual services to area youth in Boyne City at the Morgan Shaw Alternative School.

This is a part-time position, that will work three days a week during the school year, September through June, and one day a week during the summer. Applicants with experience using electronic medical records and mental health billing are preferred.

Current license to practice as a LMSW or LPC is required; LLMSW or LLPC will be considered.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:
  • Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield is offered, with the choice of a Traditional PPO plan, or a High Deductible Health Plan for the employee and family. The Health Department makes a contribution to help offset the High Deductible. Payroll contributions vary depending on plan and level of coverage selected. Employees who opt out of medical coverage will receive a $92.31 in their paycheck per pay period.
  • Dental: Dental coverage is with Delta Dental, and has a $25.00/person or $75.00/family annual deductible. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Vision: Vision coverage is with VSP, and offers lenses, frames and examinations once every 12 months within plan limitations. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Group term life insurance: Base coverage for employees of $50,000, spouse $2,000, and children under 18 years of age $1,000 is provided to employees at no cost. Additional optional life insurance is available at employee cost.
  • Short Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 8th day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Long Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 91st day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit. All current insurance benefits will continue for three months while on Long Term Disability.
  • Professional Liability in the name of Health Department of Northwest Michigan; Workers Compensation, and Unemployment Insurance. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost.
  • Section 125 - Pre-taxable health insurance premiums, Flexible Spending Accounts / Dependent Care Accounts, and optional insurance packages available at 100% employee cost.
  • Wellness Programs that employees are encouraged to participate in. Participation includes a decreased employee share deduction for health insurance for full time staff, or increased monthly deposit to retirement account for full time staff who do not have Health Department insurance. Other incentives may apply as well.
  • PAID TIME OFF - Employees receive 15.6 days of PTO each year, along with 10.5 holidays, and 2 floating holidays.

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, [3) completed HDNW job application and (4) copy of current professional license to careers@nwhealth.org. ***All four items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***

This position will remain open until filled. First round interviews MAY be conducted via Teams or Zoom.

Mental Health Professional - Boyne City Middle School - full-time school year / limited summer time

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan has a school-based position available to provide group and individual services to area youth in Boyne City Middle School. This is a full-time position during the school year, with minimal days worked during the summer. Applicants with experience using electronic medical records and mental health billing are preferred.

Current license to practice as a LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, or LLPC is required.

FULL TIME, YEAR AROUND BENEFITS INCLUDE:
  • Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield is offered, with the choice of a Traditional PPO plan, or a High Deductible Health Plan for the employee and family. The Health Department makes a contribution to help offset the High Deductible. Payroll contributions vary depending on plan and level of coverage selected. Employees who opt out of medical coverage will receive a $92.31 in their paycheck per pay period.
  • Dental: Dental coverage is with Delta Dental, and has a $25.00/person or $75.00/family annual deductible. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Vision: Vision coverage is with VSP, and offers lenses, frames, and examinations once every 12 months within plan limitations. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Group term life insurance: Base coverage for employees of $50,000, spouse $2,000, and children under 18 years of age $1,000 is provided to employees at no cost. Additional optional life insurance is available at employee cost.
  • Short Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 8th day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Long Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 91st day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit. All current insurance benefits will continue for three months while on Long Term Disability.
  • Professional Liability in the name of Health Department of Northwest Michigan; Workers Compensation, and Unemployment Insurance. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost.
  • Section 125 - Pre-taxable health insurance premiums, Flexible Spending Accounts / Dependent Care Accounts, and optional insurance packages available at 100% employee cost.
  • Wellness Programs that employees are encouraged to participate in. Participation includes a decreased employee share deduction for health insurance for full time staff, or increased monthly deposit to retirement account for full time staff who do not have Health Department insurance. Other incentives may apply as well.
  • PAID TIME OFF - Employees receive approximately 15.6 days of PTO each year (depending on FTE status,) along with 10.5 calendar holidays, and 2 floating holidays.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - Interested and qualified applicants should:
  1. Review this website for more information on public health
  2. Click on the Careers tab to download a HDNW job application
  3. Submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, (3) fully completed HDNW job application, and (4) copy of current professional license to careers@nwhealth.org.
***All four items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***
This position will remain open until filled.
First round interviews MAY be conducted via Teams or Zoom.
Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mental Health Professional - Alanson Public Schools - full-time school year / limited summer time

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan has a school-based position available to provide group and individual services to area youth in Alanson Public Schools. This is a full-time position during the school year, with minimal days worked during the summer. Applicants with experience using electronic medical records and mental health billing are preferred.

Current license to practice as a LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, or LLPC is required.

FULL TIME, YEAR AROUND BENEFITS INCLUDE:
  • Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield is offered, with the choice of a Traditional PPO plan, or a High Deductible Health Plan for the employee and family. The Health Department makes a contribution to help offset the High Deductible. Payroll contributions vary depending on plan and level of coverage selected. Employees who opt out of medical coverage will receive a $92.31 in their paycheck per pay period.
  • Dental: Dental coverage is with Delta Dental, and has a $25.00/person or $75.00/family annual deductible. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Vision: Vision coverage is with VSP, and offers lenses, frames, and examinations once every 12 months within plan limitations. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Group term life insurance: Base coverage for employees of $50,000, spouse $2,000, and children under 18 years of age $1,000 is provided to employees at no cost. Additional optional life insurance is available at employee cost.
  • Short Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 8th day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Long Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 91st day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit. All current insurance benefits will continue for three months while on Long Term Disability.
  • Professional Liability in the name of Health Department of Northwest Michigan; Workers Compensation, and Unemployment Insurance. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost.
  • Section 125 - Pre-taxable health insurance premiums, Flexible Spending Accounts / Dependent Care Accounts, and optional insurance packages available at 100% employee cost.
  • Wellness Programs that employees are encouraged to participate in. Participation includes a decreased employee share deduction for health insurance for full time staff, or increased monthly deposit to retirement account for full time staff who do not have Health Department insurance. Other incentives may apply as well.
  • PAID TIME OFF - Employees receive approximately 15.6 days of PTO each year (depending on FTE status,) along with 10.5 calendar holidays, and 2 floating holidays.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - Interested and qualified applicants should:
  1. Review this website for more information on public health
  2. Click on the Careers tab to download a HDNW job application
  3. Submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, (3) fully completed HDNW job application, and (4) copy of current professional license to careers@nwhealth.org.
***All four items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***
This position will remain open until filled.
First round interviews MAY be conducted via Teams or Zoom.
Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mental Health Professional - Mancelona Elementary School - full-time school year / limited summer time

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan has a school-based position available to provide group and individual services to area youth in Mancelona Elementary School. This is a full-time position during the school year, with minimal days worked during the summer. Applicants with experience using electronic medical records and mental health billing are preferred.

Current license to practice as a LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, or LLPC is required.

FULL TIME, YEAR AROUND BENEFITS INCLUDE:
  • Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield is offered, with the choice of a Traditional PPO plan, or a High Deductible Health Plan for the employee and family. The Health Department makes a contribution to help offset the High Deductible. Payroll contributions vary depending on plan and level of coverage selected. Employees who opt out of medical coverage will receive a $92.31 in their paycheck per pay period.
  • Dental: Dental coverage is with Delta Dental, and has a $25.00/person or $75.00/family annual deductible. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Vision: Vision coverage is with VSP, and offers lenses, frames, and examinations once every 12 months within plan limitations. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Group term life insurance: Base coverage for employees of $50,000, spouse $2,000, and children under 18 years of age $1,000 is provided to employees at no cost. Additional optional life insurance is available at employee cost.
  • Short Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 8th day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Long Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 91st day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit. All current insurance benefits will continue for three months while on Long Term Disability.
  • Professional Liability in the name of Health Department of Northwest Michigan; Workers Compensation, and Unemployment Insurance. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost.
  • Section 125 - Pre-taxable health insurance premiums, Flexible Spending Accounts / Dependent Care Accounts, and optional insurance packages available at 100% employee cost.
  • Wellness Programs that employees are encouraged to participate in. Participation includes a decreased employee share deduction for health insurance for full time staff, or increased monthly deposit to retirement account for full time staff who do not have Health Department insurance. Other incentives may apply as well.
  • PAID TIME OFF - Employees receive approximately 15.6 days of PTO each year (depending on FTE status,) along with 10.5 calendar holidays, and 2 floating holidays.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - Interested and qualified applicants should:
  1. Review this website for more information on public health
  2. Click on the Careers tab to download a HDNW job application
  3. Submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, (3) fully completed HDNW job application, and (4) copy of current professional license to careers@nwhealth.org.
***All four items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***
This position will remain open until filled.
First round interviews MAY be conducted via Teams or Zoom.
Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pellston Elementary School - part-time school year / limited summer time

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan has a school-based position available to provide group and individual services to area youth in Pellston Elementary School. This is a part-time position during the school year working 2 days per week, with minimal days or up to two days worked during the summer. Applicants with experience using electronic medical records and mental health billing are preferred.

Current license to practice as a LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, or LLPC is required.

FULL TIME, YEAR AROUND BENEFITS INCLUDE:
  • Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield is offered, with the choice of a Traditional PPO plan, or a High Deductible Health Plan for the employee and family. The Health Department makes a contribution to help offset the High Deductible. Payroll contributions vary depending on plan and level of coverage selected. Employees who opt out of medical coverage will receive a $92.31 in their paycheck per pay period.
  • Dental: Dental coverage is with Delta Dental, and has a $25.00/person or $75.00/family annual deductible. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Vision: Vision coverage is with VSP, and offers lenses, frames, and examinations once every 12 months within plan limitations. Employees pay for usage, but do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Group term life insurance: Base coverage for employees of $50,000, spouse $2,000, and children under 18 years of age $1,000 is provided to employees at no cost. Additional optional life insurance is available at employee cost.
  • Short Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 8th day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit.
  • Long Term Disability: Coverage is equal to two thirds of salary, beginning the 91st day of qualified medical disability, for eligible employees. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost, and employees do not have payroll contributions deducted from their pay checks for this benefit. All current insurance benefits will continue for three months while on Long Term Disability.
  • Professional Liability in the name of Health Department of Northwest Michigan; Workers Compensation, and Unemployment Insurance. Health Department of Northwest Michigan pays 100% of the cost.
  • Section 125 - Pre-taxable health insurance premiums, Flexible Spending Accounts / Dependent Care Accounts, and optional insurance packages available at 100% employee cost.
  • Wellness Programs that employees are encouraged to participate in. Participation includes a decreased employee share deduction for health insurance for full time staff, or increased monthly deposit to retirement account for full time staff who do not have Health Department insurance. Other incentives may apply as well.
  • PAID TIME OFF - Employees receive approximately 15.6 days of PTO each year (depending on FTE status,) along with 10.5 calendar holidays, and 2 floating holidays.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - Interested and qualified applicants should:
  1. Review this website for more information on public health
  2. Click on the Careers tab to download a HDNW job application
  3. Submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, (3) fully completed HDNW job application, and (4) copy of current professional license to careers@nwhealth.org.
***All four items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***
This position will remain open until filled.
First round interviews MAY be conducted via Teams or Zoom.
Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employee Benefits

Our full-time staff have:
  • Insurance
  • Health Care Savings Account
  • PTO (Paid Time Off) Days
  • Paid Bereavement
  • Retirement (Employer match %)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program

Download the complete Benefit Summary


Student Internship Opportunities

Students seeking an Observation Experience that equates to 1 week or less of observation with a HDNW employee in a clinic or in the field should send an email to PHExperience@nwhealth.org outlining their request.

Students seeking an Internship for 1 or 2 semesters must complete the Student Observation/Internship Request Form and provide the following documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Course syllabus, if applicable
  • Specified course requirements, if applicable

Please send required documents and any questions to PHExperience@nwhealth.org. This email is monitored regularly and an HDNW staff member will follow-up with you as soon as possible.