Asthma Health Educator, Office of School Health

Asthma Health Educator – Office of School Health This full‑time position is within the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Office of School Health. The successful candidate will provide asthma education, support and referrals to students, families, and school staff, and will facilitate collaboration with health and community partners to improve asthma management in school settings. Key Responsibilities Provide direct education to students and families on asthma control measures. Participate in case‑management meetings with OSH physicians and nurses; consult on student and family needs; coordinate services. Provide appropriate referrals for social support and pest control. Lead educational sessions for families and school staff as needed. Work closely with school and community‑based organization staff on family engagement and school‑wide asthma education initiatives. Communicate and coordinate with external providers and partners to improve care for students. Document all activities in the electronic student health record (ASHR). Minimum Qualifications 1) Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of full‑time satisfactory experience in:

• a) developing public health education programs, including needs assessments, designing educational materials, planning presentations or workshops, and evaluating programs;
• b) presenting public health education programs; and/or
• c) counseling in areas such as communicable diseases, substance abuse, assault, sexual abuse, and/or family planning.

2) Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in public health education, education, public/community health administration, public administration, or business administration and one year of full‑time satisfactory experience as described in 1. Assignment Levels and Experience Requirements Level II: In addition to the qualifications above, candidates must have a total of four years of experience (two additional years for bachelor’s holders, one additional year for master’s holders). Level III: In addition to the qualifications above, candidates must have a total of five years of experience (three additional years for bachelor’s holders, two additional years for master’s holders), with at least one year in a supervisory or administrative capacity. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of New York is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of New York