Public Health Job Opportunities

Health Literacy Communications Associate

NALHD is hiring a bilingual (Spanish and English) Health Literacy Communications Associate.

We are building a diverse team of bi-lingual speakers, with strong writing abilities who have an interest in helping everyone in Nebraska live a good, healthy life. View the job description below.

Want to apply? Send a resume and cover letter to jobs@nalhd.org.

Good Neighbor Community Health Center

The Good Neighbor Community Health Center (locations in Columbus and Fremont) has a number of open positions, including:

CEO

Chief Public Health Officer

Emergency Response Coordinator

View all positions and apply online here: https://goodneighborcommunityhealthcenter.com/employment/careers-new.html

Three Rivers Public Health Department

Three Rivers Public Health Department is seeking to fill four positions:

1.  Associate Public Health Director

2.  Front Desk Receptionist

3.  Program Assistant-COVID-19

4.  Community Health Program Specialist

View the documents to see the full job description and application instructions.

Research Technician, Baby’s First Years Study

The Baby’s First Years  [babysfirstyears.com]study is a groundbreaking randomized controlled trial of poverty reduction in early childhood, and we are hiring! We’re seeking a research assistant to pilot and run lab- and home-based data collection with 4-year-olds in Omaha, Nebraska.

Must have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Child Development, or a related field. Primary responsibilities include assisting with the development and pilot testing of study procedures, successfully scheduling study participants for university-based data collection, administering study visits, uploading data, and engaging in quality control procedures. Individuals in this role may also train and manage research assistants. Duties may include light travel to participant homes. 


Must have experience working with children, and be willing to work weekends and flexible hours.

Preferred qualifications include experience administering standardized
cognitive assessments; experience with EEG; experience working with
families from low-income communities; experience working with REDCap.

Being bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred. Omaha locals particularly encouraged to apply.

See attached for further information. To be considered for the position, please apply at https://employment.unl.edu/postings/76197
[employment.unl.edu]

Questions? Please email info@babysfirstyears.com.

Community Health Educator I

The Douglas County Health Department is seeking a Community Health Educator.

Primary Function

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

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.
Develop a working knowledge of other Health Department services and programs and provide information to the public as appropriate.
With the assistance of the Supervisor, Community Health Education, Community Health Educator II, or designee, develop an evaluation plan for each program, which includes developing surveys and tracking statistical data. Make appropriate changes to programs based on surveys and evaluations.
Assist in the development of grant proposals, work plans, goals and objectives related to specific projects and linked to state and national health goals.
Coordinate with other community agencies, such as educational institutions, employers, and area hospitals, to develop grant programs or health education programs.
Represent the Health Department by serving on various committees, coalitions and community alliances; distributing information at local health fairs, etc.
Perform computer input and retrieval functions utilizing a variety of hardware and software programs.
Prepare and maintain various records, reports, correspondence and other departmental documents, including mileage reports, timesheets, inspection reports and documentation.
Attend various training courses, seminars and conferences to maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in job-related skills and techniques.


Other Duties and Responsibilities

Perform receptionist and related clerical duties in absence of clerical staff.
Operate standard office equipment in the performance of job duties, i.e. fax machine, copier, personal computer, calculator, etc.
Serve on inter-departmental or community committees, as directed.
Collaborate internally and with community agencies regarding public health emergency preparedness, as assigned.
Respond to inquiries from the general public.
Participate in public health emergency response training and respond as directed in a public health emergency.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience and Other 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 here.

Apply online here.