Hourly Public Health Educator
Hourly Public Health Educator
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USD 27 - 27
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Job Description
Description
We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
Hourly Health Educator (10584)
Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur GA DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.
Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit .
LOCATION:T.O. Vinson Health Center
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services
SALARY INFORMATION:$27.00 Hourly / Job Code T1001 / Pay Grade TPW
Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision promotes maintains and improves individual and community health by assisting individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors. Collect and analyze data to identify community needs prior to planning implementing monitoring and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles policies and environments. Collaborates with health specialists and civic groups to ascertain community health needs determine availability of services and to develop goals. Conduct community surveys to ascertain health needs PrEP awareness events develop desirable health goals and determine availability of professional health services. Develops and maintains cooperation between public civic professional and voluntary agencies. Plans and provides educational opportunities for health personnel. Prepares and disseminates educational and informational materials. Promotes health discussions in schools industry and community agencies. Provides information to the public regarding health concerns and resources.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree in Public Health Education from an accredited college or university
OR
Bachelors degree in Education Social Behavioral or Biological Sciences or a directly related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience in public health education.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : In addition to the minimum qualifications preference will be given to applicants with a strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS/PrEP and a strong understanding of the National HIV Strategy and barriers to care. Also must demonstrate the ability to present to large and/or small groups.
Additional Information
NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.
Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.
Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting Previous Employment Reference Check Specific Immunizations Motor vehicle check and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN:Career Opportunities atJob Opportunities Locations: dekalb county Sorted by Posting Date descending JOB OPPORTUNITIES ()If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA) email request by the closing date of this announcement to:.
DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Employment Type
Part-Time
