Barrow County Health Department

Barrow County Health Department Providing free or low-cost public health services for Barrow County, Georgia. Teens can text the STAR Network for Teens at 706-254-7914.

Information on locations can be found by clicking "About" or by visiting NortheastHealthDistrict.org If you are looking for more information about the Barrow County Health Department, please visit http://www.publichealthathens.com/. Hours of Operation:
Monday 8 am – 7 pm
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 8 am – 5 pm
Friday 8 am – 2 pm

All health departments, clinics and offices in the Northeast Health District will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to expe...
01/23/2026

All health departments, clinics and offices in the Northeast Health District will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to expected winter weather.

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources and referrals to any pr...
01/23/2026

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources and referrals to any pregnant and postpartum mothers facing mental health challenges and their loved ones. The service is available via phone and text in English or Spanish. Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) to connect with counselors at the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline.

01/23/2026

Milk & Cookies - February 11, 2026
Safe Sleep and Car Seat Safety
Barrow County Health Department (15 Porter St E, Winder)

Learn more about safe sleep and car seat safety.

Need to join virtually? https://bit.ly/4aVqduP

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Cervical cancer is one of the few cancers that can be prevented. More than 9...
01/22/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Cervical cancer is one of the few cancers that can be prevented. More than 90% of all cervical cancers are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and there is a vaccine to prevent infection with HPV. The vaccine is safe and effective. As we start this new year, don’t forget to add cervical cancer prevention to your list of goals for 2026.

Your local health department has programs to help: https://northeasthealthdistrict.org/bccp

https://northeasthealthdistrict.org/vaccines

Achieving the best possible health will look different for different people, but a community of support can help people ...
01/22/2026

Achieving the best possible health will look different for different people, but a community of support can help people no matter what health experiences they are navigating. Explore CDC's tips to connect with your local community during this Awareness Month. https://www.cdc.gov/birth-defects For local services: https://northeasthealthdistrict.org/bcw

Alcanzar la mejor salud posible se verá diferente para cada persona, pero una comunidad de apoyo puede ayudar a las personas sin importar las experiencias de salud que estén enfrentando. Explora los consejos de los CDC para conectarte con tu comunidad local durante este Mes de Concienciación sobre las Malformaciones Congénitas. https://www.cdc.gov/birth-defects
Para servicios locales: https://northeasthealthdistrict.org/bcw

The Northeast Health District is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Bookkeeper to support our financial...
01/21/2026

The Northeast Health District is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Bookkeeper to support our financial operations with a focus on budget preparation and tracking. The Bookkeeper will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing detailed budgets, tracking expenditures, and generating financial reports. The position will be cross-trained in other bookkeeping functions including cash disbursements and receipts.

Annual salary $42,500.00 plus, generous benefits include 13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement plans.

For additional details and to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph/jobs/5202368/district-program-bookkeeper

The Jackson County Health Department is seeking a Clinic Nurse Supervisor for it’s Commerce location. Under limited supe...
01/21/2026

The Jackson County Health Department is seeking a Clinic Nurse Supervisor for it’s Commerce location. Under limited supervision, the Clinic Nurse Supervisor would manage the programs, staff, and clinical services of the Jackson County Health Department. Provides professional nursing care in accordance with Northeast Health District nurse protocols, policies, and procedures. Focuses on the prevention of illnesses, injury, or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations. Identify community partners, providers, and agencies and develops relationships to further public health efforts in the community. Under the direction of the Jackson County Nurse Manager, the Clinic Nurse Supervisor of the Commerce Health Department would work collaboratively with the Jackson County Jefferson Clinic to organize community events and coordinate delivery of health care within the community.

Annual salary $73,500.00. Plus, generous benefits include 13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement plans.

For additional details and to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph/jobs/5143136/ph-nursing-supervisor-commerce

01/21/2026

Milk & Cookies - January 26, 2026
Breastfeeding & Birth Control
Barrow County Health Department (15 Porter St E, Winder)

Learn more about breastfeeding and birth control.

Need to join virtually? https://bit.ly/4bxg3AE **Updated Link**

The Northeast Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Jackson County Health Department in Jefferson, Georg...
01/18/2026

The Northeast Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Jackson County Health Department in Jefferson, Georgia. Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures. Provides services in all programs; immunization, WIC, Family Planning, Women’s Health, Diabetes, Hypertension, STD, TB, etc. to the general public. Assess each patient’s condition, develops a plan of care, provides treatments, educates patients, and makes referrals as appropriate. Provides outreach services and other key preventive health services to the community. The ideal candidate will not only excel in providing high-quality patient care but also possess strong computer skills to effectively manage electronic health records and other digital tools used in modern healthcare. Provide nursing coverage at the Commerce location when needed.

Annual salary $60,000. Plus, generous benefits include 13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement plans.

For additional details and to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph/jobs/5136924/registered-nurse-jefferson

The Jackson County Health Department, located in Commerce, is seeking a Medical Assistant. Responsibilities include, but...
01/14/2026

The Jackson County Health Department, located in Commerce, is seeking a Medical Assistant. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, greeting clinic patients, reviewing patient medical history and information, and ensuring all required paperwork is complete. The Medical Assistant will assist nursing staff with pre-workup, including obtaining and measuring height, weight, blood pressure, and HgB. Duties also include collecting blood or other laboratory specimens as directed by nursing staff, preparing and logging specimens, collecting fees for service, answering phones, obtaining confidential patient information, entering data into the computer system, and filing paperwork.

The position requires strong customer service and computer skills. The Medical Assistant may be asked to work at the Jefferson Clinic in addition to the Commerce location.

Training will be provided in both front-office duties, such as greeting clients and obtaining demographic and insurance information, and back-office duties, including obtaining vital signs and specimen collection.

Annual salary $34,000.00, plus generous benefits including 13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement plans.

For additional details and to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph/jobs/5191556/medical-assistant-commerce

HOLIDAY CLOSURE: MLK Jr DayMonday, January 19All Northeast Health District health departments and offices will be CLOSED...
01/14/2026

HOLIDAY CLOSURE: MLK Jr Day
Monday, January 19

All Northeast Health District health departments and offices will be CLOSED on Monday, January 19 in observance of the MLK Jr holiday.

Address

15 Porter Street E
Winder, GA
30680

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+17703073011

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