Deadline: 4/15/16
Douglas County Health Department is seeking a Community Health Educator I. Under the direction of the Supervisor, Community Health Education, or designee the incumbent plans, implements and evaluates health promotion activities; provides health training and health information; and collaborates with other organizations to improve the health status of the community.
Essential Functions include:
Respond to requests from the community for health education information. Refer requests outside area of expertise to related agencies that may better provide requested information.
Identify and evaluate community health education needs. Determine target areas and implement strategies for health promotion/services.
Gather materials, information, brochures, etc., relating to topic of presentation. Review and evaluate material for accuracy and cultural sensitivity factors.
Conduct lectures, presentations and workshops as assigned in order to distribute health information, increase community awareness of health issues, and facilitate behavioral change for a healthier lifestyle.
As directed by supervisor, prepare reports, press releases, public service announcements, newsletters, newspaper releases, etc., for the distribution of information on community health education services and programs.
To increase program effectiveness and best utilize resources, work in conjunction with area community agencies and groups, public agencies, schools, health care, and volunteer organizations, etc. in the development of health education strategies to resolve problems in all aspects of various health environments, including coordination of available resources and referral of information requests to the respective service organizations.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree* in Health Education, Community Health Education, School Health Education, or a related field of study.
Must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of hire, and maintain it throughout the course of employment. Must possess own mode of transportation.
Applicants with internship or one year work experience in public health, community health, health promotion or related field preferred.
Experience/training in operating personal computers and in using word processing, database, statistical and graphics software desirable.
Directly related work experience preferred.
*Approved work experience may be substituted for up to two years of college on a year-for-year basis.
View the full job description and apply online here.