Planning your next adventure abroad? Stay ahead of the game, and drop by your nearby travel clinic or healthcare provider for a vaccine check before takeoff. Protect your journey, protect your health! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-idK9gQ
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Government Administration
Boise, ID 5,979 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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Think Safety While Having Fun in Idaho Waters: May is National Water Safety Month: https://lnkd.in/gCuNvv24
Think Safety While Having Fun in Idaho Waters: May is National Water Safety Month
healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
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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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Going for a swim with kids? Take a break every hour to use the bathroom or check diapers. More tips for safe and healthy swimming: https://lnkd.in/gD6jFdAe
Preventing Swimming-related Illnesses
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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
call988idaho.com
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For 60 years, the #CommunityAction Network has been helping people and changing lives in every corner of America. #CommunityAction and IDHW continue to work toward our vision of an equitable society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. #CommunityAction60 #60YearsStrong
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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
Radon
healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
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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
healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
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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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Survey to help identify healthcare workforce challenges and solutions: https://lnkd.in/gFFniZy4
Survey to help identify healthcare workforce challenges and solutions
healthandwelfare.idaho.gov