Health Educator Consultant

Health Educator Consultant -

This position performs health education work for the Healthy Start Program and the Okaloosa County Health Department (OCHD). Work is performed under the supervision of the Healthy Start Supervisor and the direction of Healthy Start Program Director, with strict adherence to all Florida Department of Health (FDOH), OCHD and Healthy Start policies and guidelines. Conducts case management and provides care coordination for Healthy Start clients of Okaloosa County, including women during pregnancy and to their infants after delivery.

Provides health education and care coordination to clients and their families in a variety of settings and using a variety of modalities, including but not limited to phone, video conferencing, in office/clinic, and at clients' home, work and/or school. Records all applicable work-related mileage for personal vehicle, maintains all required travel approval/reimbursement documentation, adheres to all travel-related policies and guidelines.

Reimbursement for approved, work-related mileage is provided in accordance with DOHP 56-37-22 Travel Policy. Provides clients and their families with education in prenatal health, parenting skills and infant/child health, health education resources, and referral/follow-up to other providers as indicated. Provides or facilitates psychosocial assessments, ASQ's, Domestic Violence Screenings, and appropriate referrals for intervention for Healthy Start and other identified high risk clients.

Will provide a structured interaction between the professional and client which assists client to identify concerns or needs by addressing social, emotional, behavioral and environmental issues that affect the client's well-being. Develops individual client and family support plans that ensure all clients receive appropriate services and support and work to minimize obstacles to full participation in prenatal and infant health care.

Documents all client activities and codes all services in the Well Families System with utmost accuracy and timeliness, and with strict adherence to Healthy Start client/service documentation guidelines. Assists in the collection of statistical, data and evaluating collected information to ensure proper education and resources are provided to meet client needs. Participates in monitoring/QI-QA activities to assure compliance with program guidelines, objectives and regulations.

Plans, conducts, and/or participates in organized education and outreach activities that support the Healthy Start program. Attends appropriate staff meetings, conferences and training sessions to enhance job skills and knowledge. Participates in committees and work groups as requested. Attends routine and episodic meetings with Supervisor and/or Program Director to review programmatic performance and objectives and receive coaching and development. Attends Healthy Start Coalition meetings as requested.

Reports all issues or concerns to Supervisor and/or Program Director promptly. Performs all other duties as assigned in support of the Agency's mission and vision.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of prenatal and maternal health, and general health education practices
• Ability to provide/conduct group meetings
• Ability to assist in planning and conducting a variety of training activities
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds
• Ability to teach healthcare with emphasis on childbirth education, breastfeeding, smoking cessation, and parenting.
• Work experience utilizing computer equipment and Microsoft Office applications
• Personal vehicle or access to vehicle for home-based or offsite client visits may be required.

Qualifications:

• Must maintain a valid U.S. Drivers' License
• Must have at least High School Diploma per contract between OCHD and Healthy Start Coalition

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click );
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit

Location:

Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County 221 Hospital Drive NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (May be assigned to the Crestview location as needed)