What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Public Health Educator position at City of Houston?
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
PN 36157
Division: Maternal Child Health
Section: Healthy Families Houston
Workdays & Hours: Mon – Fri 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.* (Flexibility on community needs)
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Health Department is seeking a professional applicant to perform the following duties:
• Perform home visits for enrollment and continued services in accordance with the Healthy Families America (HFA) model and guidelines using the Growing Great Kids curriculum within the greater Houston area.
• Develop a therapeutic relationship and implements an individual Family Goal Plan including a Service Plan with women and their families to promote problem solving and self-sufficiency.
• Utilize principles and concepts of parallel process and reflective practice (modeling, relationships, change theory,
client centered strength based and solutions).
• Document all official activities and encounters on appropriate forms and reporting tools including immunizations, breast feeding education, family planning, depression screenings, linking families to medical providers.
• Participate in community projects, presentations, departmental special projects and outreach activities.
•Refer and link children and families to social and community resources.
• Address high-complex needs and risk factors of multiple families.
•Assist with data collection and evaluation
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Education, Behavioral Science, or a closely related field such as Public Health.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Two (2) years of experience in Public Health, Education or a closely related field are required.
A Master's degree in Education, Behavioral Science, or closely related field such as Public Health may be substituted for the above requirements.
Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6
- Experience in working with or providing services to children and families
- An ability to establish trusting relationships
- Acceptance of individual differences
- Experience and humility to work with the culturally diverse families
- Knowledge of infant and child development
- Willing to engage in building reflective capacity (e.g., capacity for introspection, communicating awareness of self in relation to others, recognizing value of supervision, etc.)
- Infant mental health endorsement preferred
None. However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation during application review and/or interview.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Pay Grade 18
SALARY INFORMATION SPECIAL FUND
Grants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832.393.4882).
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.4882. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Salary : $28 - $30
