What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Educator I position at Caldwell County Government?
Department
Health
Location
Lenoir NC
Position Type
Full-Time
Salary
$39,657.00 - $58,994.00
Date
2024.12.09
Description
PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATOR I
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
General Statement of Duties
The primary purpose of the Caldwell County Health Department is to deliver public health services in Caldwell County.
The Public Health Educator at the Caldwell County Health Department is responsible for assessing individual and community needs for health education as well as planning, implementing, and evaluating effective health education programs, and participating in community health education programs.
Public Health is a first responder agency for natural disasters (e.g. hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, winter storms), naturally occurring infectious disease outbreaks (e.g. influenza, SARS), technological hazards (hazardous materials releases, critical infrastructure disruptions), and terrorist incidents. Assists with backup PIO on the coordination with the media and other PIO’s to ensure timely and accurate information is released to the community
Examples of Duties Performed
- Conduct community health assessment for long range planning and submit to DHHS, Board of Health, county commissioners, etc.
- Seeks out funding sources and submits grant requests
- Advises and assists other public health personnel in planning and carrying out the educational components of agency programs.
- Prepares, selects, assembles, and distributes health educational and informational materials to local agencies, organizations, and other individuals and groups interested in health programs and problems.
- Visits schools, community organizations, professional groups, and local health departments to advise on methods of developing interest and participation in public health programs.
- Assists in planning, developing, and conducting workshops, conferences, and training opportunities for professional and lay groups; as well as attending committees as requested
- Certified Passenger Safety Technician
- Assist with car seat referrals
- Community events and meetings as required
- Responsible for maintaining records and evidence to meet annual benchmarks and other requirements for accreditation.
- Performs related work as required
Recruitment Standards
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of display techniques and skill in the arrangement of exhibits. The ability to work effectively with people on all educational levels and to maintain effective working relationships with local health departments, community agencies, and the public. Considerable knowledge of community assessment, health education program planning and evaluation procedures. Good communication and public speaking skills, ability to motivate others, good physical health and a valid NC state driver’s license.
Minimum Education and Experience
A master’s degree in public health education or in public health with a major in public health education; or graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in health education and two years’ experience in public health education or a related field; or graduation from a four-year college or university and three years’ experience in public health education; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Salary : $39,657 - $58,994
