Health Educator II

Salary : $38,985.00 - $72,134.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : Temporary Grant - Full-Time

Job Number : 61006281-173865

Agency : SCDPH

Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 8 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : EB96

Position Number : : 61006281-173865

Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Band : Band 5

Hiring Range - Min. : $38,985.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $55,559.00

Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : : Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be uploaded for review but will NOT be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position or substitute for completing any section of the application. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Careers at DPH : Work that makes a difference!

Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity

Serve as a central point of contact for DPH's Occupant Protection Program for the purpose of conducting transportation safety programs, including but not limited to the Safe Kids Worldwide Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician certification and the CarFit Program. Obtain professional training and instructor certification to provide an in-person four-day CPS curriculum that requires both classroom instruction and physical activity in and around vehicles. Statewide travel is required in addition to some weekend and evening hours. Complete all pre-and-post administrative duties such as planning, scheduling, registering and working with other CPS Technicians, Injury Prevention Coordinators, and Instructors.

Work in coordination with program partners to plan, promote, and conduct educational presentations designed to increase knowledge and awareness of transportation safety in South Carolina, including but not limited to, explaining CPS law, occupant protection, and primary injury prevention strategies. Schedule meetings, prepare the agenda and meeting minutes and promote CPS educational materials across South Carolina.

Coordinate and conduct child safety seat inspections, monitor statewide inspection sites, and align events with other occupant protection and injury prevention programs. This includes attending community events especially in rural and underserved areas, setting up signage, tents, tables, and the ability to demonstrate the use of transportation safety and vehicle restraint systems to parents and caregivers. Driving a state vehicle and transporting equipment may be required.

Communicate clearly with internal and external partners, respond to administrative questions and requests, and distribute educational program materials. Monitor requests that will help the Occupant Protection program (a) establish CPS Inspection Stations and recruitment of new CPS Technicians, and to (b) provide technical assistance and support related to statewide traffic safety and injury prevention events. This includes all types of age and demographic groups in South Carolina.

Work as an active DPH team member to support the mission and vision of the organization. Ensure a positive customer service approach is applied to all designated duties, trainings, and assigned administrative tasks. Conduct other time-limited duties, as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements : A bachelor's degree in health education, health promotion or a closely related field such as psychology, biology, sociology, education or physical education and health education experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements : A bachelor's degree in health education, health promotion, or a closely related field such as psychology, biology, sociology, education, or physical education and health education experience. May accept years of experience in lieu of education on a year-to-year basis especially for years employed as a first responder, motor vehicle traffic safety, and public safety position. Preferred candidate would be currently certified as a child passenger safety technician.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Preferred Qualifications

Currently certified as a child passenger safety technician or to applicants with additional years of work in the field of health education and safety programs.

Applicants should have experience presenting, reaching individuals of varying ages in a culturally competent manner. Position will be required to use Microsoft Office including PowerPoint or other training materials to explain a health safety issue (such as transportation safety).

Additional Comments

DRIVING RECORD : If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

EEO : SC DPH is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for temporary grant positions that includes :

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Primary Member, Spouse, and Children(must average at least 30 hours a week to be eligible)
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
• REMOTE WORK : The option to work partially remote may be available after six (6) months of employment for approved position.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Do you have a bachelor's degree in health education, health promotion or a closely related field such as psychology, biology, sociology, education or physical education and health education experience?

Are you willing to accept an offer within the agency hiring range $38,985 - $55,559?

Are you a current SC DPH or prior SC DHEC employee?

Are you currently a nationally certified child passenger safety technician or instructor?

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. The application and not an attached resume will be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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Salary : $38,985 - $55,559