Injury Prevention Public Health Educator - Health and Human Services

Injury Prevention Public Health Educator - Health and Human Services (1225)

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Under general supervision, develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates public health education, promotion programs and community outreach activities; performs related work as assigned.

The ideal candidate is comfortable interacting with people of all ages, is a quick learner, flexible, provides excellent customer service, is willing to travel and work occasional evenings or weekends and can lift and carry up to 25 lbs. This position is grant funded through Arizona Department of Health Services, Maternal and Child Health (Title V).

• Plans, develops and presents health education and training programs and lessons.
• Evaluates programs.
• Develops and/or revises curriculum modules as necessary.
• Participates in the development of marketing and promotional goals and strategies.
• Refers clients to other support services such as medical evaluation and treatment, social services, and employment services, as appropriate.
• Prepares and disseminates educational and informational materials.
• Maintains current knowledge based on specific health issues, particularly in area of expertise.
• Coordinates and collaborates with community-based organizations, public agencies, coalitions, schools and other appropriate facilities to implement the health education programs.
• Maintains accurate records, data, and documentation of all program results for program updating and evaluation.
• May assist in the coordination of activities of consultants, subcontractors, agencies, schools, and other providers involved in specific programs.
• May assist in writing grant proposals and identifying funding for programs.
• May lead, guide and train staff/student employees, interns and/or volunteers performing related work.
• May conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• May participate in the recruitment of volunteers or interns.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Essential functions include driving; working with and around others, co-workers, clients, agencies, etc.; working alone; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motion (hand/wrist) for computer input and driving; vision acuity (near/far); hearing and speech for ordinary conversation; touch/finger dexterity for computer work.

Bachelor's degree with major coursework in health education or a closely related field and one year of professional health education or health promotion experience or experience in a public health department; OR

Associate degree with major coursework in health education or a closely related field and two years of professional health education or health promotion experience or experience in a public health department; OR

Three years of professional health education or health promotion experience or experience in a public health department; OR

Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

• Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report. Fingerprint clearance may be required.
• This position is non-exempt.
• This position is safety sensitive.

• Currently certified NHTSA Child Passenger Safety Technician.
• Public Speaking experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaker).

• Methods and techniques to teach/train adult learners including computer aided instructional materials.
• Curriculum development and health education theory and practice.
• Core public health functions.
• Health education programs, policies and procedure.
• Marketing strategies, processes and available resources.
• Federal, state and/or community funding sources and mechanisms.
• Federal and state laws pertaining to program compliance.
• Culturally diverse populations and low income individuals.
• Community resources.

• Developing educational programs.
• Organizing resources and establishing priorities.

• Conduct literature searches.
• Obtain public media coverage of health problems.
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety.
• Communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees, community groups and the public.

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ameri Corps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition…