Public Health Educator 3 (Substance Abuse Prevention)
Public Health Educator 3 (Substance Abuse Prevention)
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Description
Who we are.We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease injury and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of theGeorgia Department of Public Healthteamyou will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live work and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work witha Dynamic and Diverse Team Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
As a Public Health Educator 3within theWest Central Health Districtat the Georgia Department of Public Healthyou will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.
Job Responsibilities
This position will be housed in Columbus GA and is Not a Remote position. You will support the Department by utilizing your expertise to fulfill the following responsibilities:- Support the West Central Health Districts Opioid Prevention Program across 16 counties.
- Build and maintain partnerships with EMS fire law enforcement hospitals epidemiology emergency preparedness and community organizations.
- Facilitate enrollment and training of first responder agencies in the Overdose Detection Mapping Application Program (ODMAP) and BioSpatial systems.
- Support overdose cluster investigations and response planning in collaboration with the District Epidemiologist and DPH Drug Surveillance Unit.
- Develop maintain and update a district-level overdose outbreak response plan and opioid strategic plan.
- Develop and implement a District RX Disruption Response Plan to address prescription-related overdose threats and disruptions in opioid prescribing patterns.
- Create and maintain an up-to-date resource list of prevention and treatment providers across the district.
- Participate in local opioid-related initiatives including coalition or task force meetings presentations and community engagement activities.
- Provide community presentations related to opioid prevention treatment harm reduction or response.
- Submit all required reports including monthly activity reports a district workplan budget summary and final strategic documents on time.
- Assist with identifying high-risk populations or areas for targeted intervention.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the District Health Director to support opioid prevention and response goals.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in education social behavioral or biological sciences or a directly related field from an accredited college or university AND Two (2) years of experience in public health education OR One (1) year of experience at the lower-level Health Educator 2 (HCP031) or position equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Masters degree with public health law enforcement emergency medical services and healthcare knowledge or experience. Previous participation in new program developments; development of a strategic plan; at least 2 years experience working in public health law enforcement emergency medical services or healthcare fields. Provided key support for a state or regional opioid or substance use/overdose response program. Successfully assisted developing workgroups that have or need to develop focused goals and objectives.Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular physical activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their physical goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in physical activities generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree diploma licensure etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH in the event of an identified emergency you may be required as a term and condition of employment to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
ADA Statement
The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services programs activities and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA) email request by the closing date of this announcement to: .
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Employment Type
Full-Time
