May is Clean Air Month--a great reminder to think about air quality in your home where radon may be a concern. Radon is a radioactive gas and the second leading cause of lung cancer. Read more: www.radonidaho.org
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Government Administration
Boise, ID 5,974 followers
Promoting and protecting the health and safety of all Idahoans.
About us
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is Idaho’s largest state government agency, and employs nearly 2,850 individuals statewide. Our employees work to provide Idahoans with health and human services, access to health insurance programs, support for families and children, and hospitalization services for mentally and developmentally disabled patients. We have offices throughout Idaho and operate four hospitals/residential facilities and a state lab. Last year, our agency served almost 340,000 people - one out of every four Idahoans. Our programs and services are designed to help people live healthy and be productive, strengthening individuals, families and communities. We strive to promote and protect the health and safety of Idahoans, from birth throughout life. Enjoy our competitive benefits package! We offer incredible employee benefits, including: excellent low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; ten paid holidays a year; participation in one of the nation’s best state retirement systems; multiple savings plans; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities; and more. Learn more about a career with IDHW: www.careers.dhw.idaho.gov
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http://www.careers.dhw.idaho.gov
External link for Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Boise, ID
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Healthcare, Social Services, Behavioral Health, Public Health, Family and Community Services, Facility Licensing and Certification, Medicaid, and Operational Services
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Employees at Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Updates
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Traveling internationally this summer? Make sure you and your family are up to date on all your immunizations before travel, including MMR (measles-mumps-rubella). Check your destination's information page to see what vaccines or medicines you may need and what diseases or health risks are a concern at your destination. More info: https://lnkd.in/g-idK9gQ
Safe travels: consider updating vaccines as part of your vacation planning
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The Health Priorities Conference is May 29-31 @ the Boise Centre and will focus on improving population health through strategic alliances and elevating the voices of our disproportionately affected communities. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g7GCtjj9
Idaho's Health Priorities: Community-Driven Solutions
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Survey to help identify healthcare workforce challenges and solutions: https://lnkd.in/gFFniZy4
Survey to help identify healthcare workforce challenges and solutions
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Culturally and linguistically appropriate information and services can help provide good mental health support for those who need it. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available in English and Spanish. IDHW leads a collaborative behavioral health care system in Idaho, to ensure all adults have access to treatment and services: https://lnkd.in/eceHHxQi Obten ayuda: https://lnkd.in/e4HTHYiy #SAMHSA #MHAM2024 #hayayudadisponible #988 #adulthealthcare #idaho
About Adult Behavioral Health
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Idaho Falls groundbreaking offers hope for youth mental health services: https://lnkd.in/etXyaq5T
Idaho Falls groundbreaking offers hope for youth mental health services
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About 98 percent of people who contact the 988 Lifeline are helped by the crisis counselor and resources shared during the call, text, or chat. Learn more: https://call988idaho.com/ or https://988lifeline.org/
Home - Idaho 988 Suicide & Crises Lifeline
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Foster parents are needed for children and youth of all ages, especially teens, sibling groups, medically fragile children, and children who exhibit behaviors that require a higher degree of supervision or skill. Can you help? https://lnkd.in/gE3NyiFV
About Foster Care for Prospective Families
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The Health Priorities Conference is May 29-31 @ the Boise Centre and will focus on improving population health through strategic alliances and elevating the voices of our disproportionately affected communities. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g7GCtjj9
Idaho's Health Priorities: Community-Driven Solutions
diabetesallianceofidaho.org
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Idaho’s five federally recognized tribal communities deserve respectful and culturally appropriate mental health support that acknowledges their values, traditions, and experiences. SAMHSA has resources for Tribal communities: https://lnkd.in/emWMZ9JT For more information in Idaho try the DBH Children and Families page: https://lnkd.in/duU8MfZ #MentalHealthMatters #MHAM2024 #Shoshone-paiute #shoshone-bannock #nezperce #coeurdalene #kootenai
Native American, Indian, Indigenous, & Alaska Natives
https://988lifeline.org