Health Guidance Section Chief (Public Health Center: Public Health Nurses)
ほけんしどうかちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Public Health Nurses and Midwives
- Minor : Public Health Nurses
Summary
Position at public health centers responsible for overseeing and managing health guidance aimed at promoting health and preventing diseases among local residents.
Description
The Health Guidance Section Chief is affiliated with a local government's public health center and, as a public health nurse specializing in public hygiene, analyzes regional health issues, plans and implements health education and consultation services, and serves as the person in charge. They oversee the development of community health plans, operation and management of health guidance programs, coordination with staff and related organizations, and evaluation and improvement. Through individual and group guidance for residents, they aim to prevent lifestyle-related diseases and address health disparities, while utilizing epidemiological data and statistics to reflect in administrative policies.
Future Outlook
Amid an aging population with declining birthrates and increasing lifestyle-related diseases, the importance of community preventive medicine is growing, and the role as a leader in public health professionals is expected to see expanding demand in the future.
Personality Traits
Compassionate / Cooperative / Has Leadership / Organized
Work Style
Day Shift / Department Transfers / Public Health Center Work / Team Work
Career Path
Public Health Nurse → Senior Public Health Nurse → Health Guidance Section Leader → Assistant Section Chief → Health Guidance Section Chief → Public Health Center Director
Required Skills
Basics of Epidemiology / Communication Skills / Epidemiology and Public Health / Planning and Operation of Health Education Programs
Recommended Skills
Basic English / ICT Utilization / Leadership / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Frequent negotiations and coordination with residents and related organizations require strong explanatory skills. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Leadership is required to lead section initiatives and make policy decisions. |
| Planning & Organization | Required for overseeing the formulation and progress management of business plans. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to develop and revise measures in response to local health issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily office work, meetings, and coordination, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Nursing License
- Public Health Nurse License
Aliases
- Health Guidance Section Leader
- Public Health Center Public Health Nurse Section Chief
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