Health & Human Services
Medical Care, Public Health & Vulnerable Population Support
Emergency Management Role
Providing medical care, public health protection, and support for vulnerable populations during disasters, including those with medical, mobility, and special needs.
The Ministry of Health & Human Services protects community health during disasters by coordinating medical care, public health measures, and support for the most vulnerable residents.
What This Ministry Does
Medical Care
Coordinate medical care and first aid during emergencies.
Public Health
Protect community health and prevent disease outbreaks.
Vulnerable Population Support
Support residents with medical, mobility, and special needs.
Pharmaceutical Security
Ensure access to essential medications during disruptions.
Volunteer Positions
Select a role to learn about its purpose, responsibilities, and how to express interest.
Chief Medical Officer
Medical Care
Leads the Ministry's medical operations during disasters, coordinating medical care, first aid, and health services across shelters and community operations.
Primary Area of Responsibility
Medical Care
Helpful Experience
Licensed physician, nurse, physician assistant, or paramedic · Emergency or disaster medicine experience
Public Health Lead
Public Health
Leads public health protection during disasters, monitoring disease threats, sanitation, and community health to prevent outbreaks and protect residents.
Primary Area of Responsibility
Public Health
Helpful Experience
Background in public health, nursing, or health education · Knowledge of disease prevention and sanitation
Vulnerability Coordinator
Vulnerable Population Support
Coordinates support for vulnerable residents during disasters, including seniors, people with disabilities, those with medical needs, and others requiring additional assistance.
Primary Area of Responsibility
Vulnerable Population Support
Helpful Experience
Background in social work, caregiving, or community health · Experience supporting seniors or people with disabilities
Mass Fatality Coordinator
Mass Fatality Response
Coordinates dignified and respectful mass fatality management during severe disasters, ensuring proper handling, documentation, and family support.
Primary Area of Responsibility
Mass Fatality Response
Helpful Experience
Background in mortuary science, nursing, or social work · Crisis response or grief support experience
Pharmaceutical Security Officer
Pharmaceutical Security
Ensures access to essential medications during disasters, coordinating pharmaceutical supplies, cold chain protection, and medication access for residents with chronic conditions.
Primary Area of Responsibility
Pharmaceutical Security
Helpful Experience
Background in pharmacy, nursing, or medical supply · Knowledge of medication storage and cold chain