HEALTH EDUCATOR

Health Educator - 64004668This is an open competitive advertisement. Your specific responsibilities include initiating and coordinating tobacco prevention and cessation programs that support four goal areas set forth by the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Tobacco Free Florida: (1) preventing initiation among youth and young adults; (2) eliminating secondhand smoke exposure; (3) promoting cessation from tobacco use; and (4) maintaining an infrastructure that supports a standalone county tobacco-free partnership and SWAT (students working against tobacco). This position requires the ability to work both independently and under the direction of the community program manager as well as to work with youth, young adults, and adults. The incumbent will be communicating with persons outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. Information related to the program may need to be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer. At times, this job requires lifting and organizing heavy materials. The incumbent must also have a working knowledge of computers and word processing skills. This position requires travel and some weekend and evening hours. This is a tobacco-free position.Build relationships with community partners to include conducting one-on-one meetings with potential partners and holding tobacco-free partnership leadership meetings. Support partners working to inform and educate on benefits of policy change and encouraging policy change adoption. Assist in establishing and maintaining SWAT chapters in local schools and work with SWAT youth (middle and high school) to reduce tobacco use, including vaping. Perform research activities of retailers, multi-unit housing facilities, and other locations to determine current activities and policies related to tobacco prevention and cessation. Participate in tobacco control observances or community-based/organizational activities. Participate in organization of special events. Perform administrative duties including maintaining records. Collaborate with provider staff in other counties to exchange ideas and develop ways to work together. Assist in obtaining and documenting the percentage of annual match required for the annual grant funding amount. All other duties as assigned.Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include strong project coordination, facilitation, and organizational skills; ability to collect, analyze, and interpret health-related data; ability to build and maintain community partnerships; ability to work independently, collaboratively, and multi-task; effective written and verbal communication skills; knowledge of tobacco principles and population-based health strategies; proficiency in documentation, reporting, and record keeping; and working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience working with youth, community schools, businesses, and organizations is preferred.Must be able to lift 40 pounds and stand for extended periods of time.Where you will work: Panama City, Florida.