What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Education Specialist - Preschool Services position at San Bernardino County Preschool Services Department?
WANT TO BE PART OF A TEAM THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY? APPLY TODAY TO GET STARTED! IMMEDIATE VACANCIES AVAILABLE! The Preschool Services Department (PSD) is recruiting for Health Education Specialists who participate in all phases of PSD health programs which includes the planning and evaluation of health service functions and collecting and analyzing health data for children up to age five enrolled in PSD preschool programs.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
1) Must be able to lift and carry a small child (up to 50 lbs) as needed/in the event of an emergency. Other physical demands include: sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting, grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, using smell and touch, working outside and vision and hearing.
2) Pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792).
3) A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment. If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Care Provider Management Bureau (CPMB). With the exception of minor traffic violations, all convictions, including misdemeanors, felonies, and convictions occurring a long time ago, require an exemption. CPMB also examines arrest records to determine if there is a possible danger to clients. Crimes against children and convictions of a violent nature, such as sex offenses, murder, manslaughter, arson, and robbery are crimes for which an exemption cannot be issued. (Health & Safety Code section 1596.871)
Salary : $27 - $35
