Health Educator I​/II

General Purpose

Under the leadership of the direct supervisor, plan, implement, and evaluate health education activities in the Bear River Health District.

Health Educator I:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a B.S. degree in Health Science, Public Health, Community Health, or other closely related field AND 1 year of full time paid professional employment in community or public health; PLUS CHES eligible.

Health Educator II:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a B.S. degree in Health Science, Public Health, Community Health, or other closely related field; AND 2 years of full-time paid professional employment in community or public health; PLUS CHES eligible.

Substitutions on a year-for-year basis as follows:
Additional graduate study in a public or community health program for the required full-time paid professional employment requirement.

• Knowledge of public health education models, behavior change theories, and primary prevention techniques.
• Knowledge of health education methods and preventative health practices.
• Knowledge of community analysis and survey techniques, needs assessment, and principles of community organization.
• Knowledge of educational tools and use of the media for information dissemination.
• Knowledge of risk/protective factor models.
• Knowledge of Social Determinants of Health.
• Skills to lead discussions and teach large or small groups.
• Skills in computer programs including Google Workspace, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing, internet, and email use.
• Skilled in written, verbal, and public communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other agencies, and community leaders.
• Ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work well in team situations, meet deadlines, and provide positive customer service.
• Ability to proficiently use computers.
• Ability to write technical reports, develop curriculum, and make effective presentations.
• Ability to be an active member of a team.
• Ability to be self-motivated and self-directed.

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Driver License at the time of employment.
• Must be able to provide own transportation to assigned office.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and be able to perform strenuous activities requiring flexibility, stamina, and overall general good health.
• Must have a flexible schedule and be available for work in the late evening, early morning, and weekends as job requires.
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening test prior to employment.

• Tobacco CDC Program Manager – Lead development of program goals/objectives, coordinate staff objectives with specific allocated time, monitor contract expenses, assure completion of work plan, and assure completion of reports.
• Diabetes Program Manager – Lead development of program goals/objectives, coordinate staff objectives with specific allocated time, monitor contract expenses, assure completion of work plan, and assure completion of reports.
• Cardiovascular Health Program Manager – Lead development of program goals/objectives, coordinate staff objectives with specific allocated time, monitor contract expenses, and assure completion of work plan, and assure completion of reports.
• Collaborate with community partners to address diabetes prevention & hypertension and link to services available.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate tobacco prevention and control policies, strategies, and cessation services.
• Mobilize partnerships to educate and implement tobacco policies at worksites, community based organizations, multi-unit housing properties, healthcare providers, and other needed areas of the community.
• Assist with linking individuals to tobacco cessation services.
• Inform and educate diverse audiences and populations on diabetes, cardiovascular health, and tobacco prevention education.
• Assist with coordinating the Governing Youth Council (GYC) coalition in the Bear River health district.
• Attend virtual meetings,…