Georgia Department of Community Health

We’re hiring a director of operations for the Healthcare Facility Regulation Division who will oversee operations of programs of regulatory review and enforcement in a variety of areas. The director of operations will also develop and implement policies and procedures for assigned areas and provide leadership to subordinate managers and staff.  Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e3ji-YpY

Congratulations to the 16 recent graduates of DCH’s Aspiring Leadership Experience! It is a nine-month development opportunity for our rising stars to learn leadership skills while gaining insights and expertise necessary for career advancement. We salute this year’s graduates and tomorrow’s leaders! 

In fiscal year 2023, the Healthcare Facility Regulation Division issued 1,463 licenses for new healthcare facilities, completed more than 8,035 surveys, and conducted 843 follow-up inspections of existing facilities, including more than 5,466 targeted complaint investigations. We’re working hard to promote compliance in Georgia’s healthcare facilities. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eqsAQ872

DCH’s Michael Smith and Cole Edwards were among 26 state and community-based agency graduates of the Georgia 2Gen Academy. The ceremony was held recently at Loudermilk Conference Center in downtown Atlanta. It is a nine-month program sponsored by the Georgia Children's Cabinet to help train participants on 2Gen principles focused on the whole family.

Commissioner Russel Carlson and Senior Advisor Emily Yona recently attended the Georgia Chamber’s Spring Government Affairs Council meeting on St. Simons Island. Commissioner participated in a moderated discussion with Julie Windom, chair of the Chamber’s Government Affairs Council’s Health & Wellness Committee, and addressed increased Medicaid reimbursement rates, strengthening Georgia’s healthcare workforce, and more.

DCH wishes everyone a happy, healthy and safe Fourth of July!

A few weeks ago during Public Employee Recognition Week (PERW), I was honored to be a nominee and recipient of the Rising Star Award here at the Georgia Department of Community Health. I am humbled just to be nominated, and I am incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to work for an organization that supports me and my career goals while recognizing the contributions we make to bringing affordable, quality healthcare to millions of Georgians. I'm looking forward to increasing my knowledge as a Budget Analyst, growing in my career as a public servant, and continuing to give back to my team as well as the citizens of Georgia. Special thank you to Ametria Baker, Jacenta Carmichael, and Nazeeya Abudulai for being instrumental in my journey thus far! Rising Star Award: Awarded by DCH Managers & Supervisors to Generation Y or Generation Z employees who demonstrate impactful contributions to the success of their team. They have shown their commitment to the mission and values of the agency, and a passion for serving the citizens of Georgia.

I’m honored and excited to have represented the Georgia Department of Community Health at the 2023-2024 2Gen Academy hosted by the Carl Vinson Institute of Government. This academy provided a unique and innovative opportunity to reinforce the necessity of supporting families through ecological, anti-poverty, and anti-racism action. My group did our capstone project on developing trauma-informed workplaces in state government, so those who care for Georgia families are cared for themselves. We were lucky to partner with Resilient Georgia, who will be carrying our work forward by providing such trainings. Please contact them or me for more information!

Effective 6/30/2024, please submit Katie Beckett applications to this address ONLY: 2211 Beaver Ruin Road Ste 150 Norcross, GA 30071 Items currently en route using the P.O. Box will be forwarded to the appropriate address. For more information about the state’s Katie Beckett program, click https://lnkd.in/eCirhvnn.