Health Educator- African American Culture KSA

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range

$33.85 - $41.51 Hourly

Department

Health Department

Job Type

Regular Represented

Exemption Status

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled If No Date Specified)

April 09, 2025

The Opportunity

This Work Matters!

We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities.

This position provides community health education services to Black/African American/Black Immigrant and Refugee communities in Multnomah County. The position will leverage the ongoing work of the Healthy Birth Initiative (HBI) and requires the incumbent in this position to meet the African American Culture KSA qualifications and be both a certified lactation consultant and Lamaze Childbirth Educator.

As The Health Educator, You Will

• Assess community and individual needs; develop, plans, and conduct health education strategies and programs.
• Design health education materials, facilitate events, and promote initiatives through various channels.
• Coordinate grant applications and foster strategic partnerships to support health education programs.
• Coordinate and communicate with HBI staff, participants, health and social service providers, and community members to assess and coordinate culturally relevant health education services.
• Build relationships with African American specific and other organizations to eliminate health inequities, and meet with HBI team members to assess client needs and develop health education strategies.
• Work with African American communities, provide outreach to father-based organizations, and collaborate with agencies to organize health and wellness fairs and events.
• Develop, plan, and conduct health education strategies, interventions, and programs in partnership with staff and community.
• Design and distribute health education materials.
• Facilitate health education events like workshops and conferences.
• Document activities, maintain databases, and provide regular updates on program activities and participation.
• Assess what works and what doesn't work to advance health equity.
• Share findings to build capacity and increase awareness and report to leadership on findings and plans.
  
  

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

TO QUALIFY

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree
• one (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• This position requires advanced knowledge, skill and ability and has experience working with the Black/African American community. Demonstrates an understanding of the traditions, values and customs of this community. Understands cultural/racial/ethnic factors, including systemic advantage or disadvantage, generational trauma, and any factors related to non-dominant culture affecting community health.
• Must be certified by the Oregon Health Authority as a Certified Lactation Consultant
• Must be certified by Lamaze International or like agency as a Lamaze Childbirth Educator
• Must possess a valid State issued drivers license
  
  

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Experience in Parent Child Health
• Experience facilitating/teaching birth/parent education
• Deep understanding of and experience addressing the systemic barriers that perpetuate disparities for community members who experience marginalization
• Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
  
  

SCREENING AND EVALUATION

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Background, reference, and education checks
  
  

Pay Equity: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Required: The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

• A completed online application.
• A resume that explains all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in your resume.
• A cover letter that expands on your resume, addressing how you qualify for the position, and why you are interested in the role. Please describe any work and or knowledge working with the Black/African American community you have..
  
  

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/ skills and how it is related to those shown in the overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages from the Recruiter as you may be emailed requesting additional information. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

Additional Details

Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM some afterhour and weekend classes as needed

Work Location: This position works onsite at Walnut Park Complex located at 5329 NE Martin Luther Kind Blvd. Portland, OR 97211.

Serving The Public, Even During Disasters

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter

Dan Ryan

Email

daniel.ryan@multco.us

Phone

1 (971) 5001690

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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