Health Education Specialist

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Organizes and implements public health education and prevention programs. Counsels patients and provides referral assistance regarding methods to improve health. Assists in the preparation of grant proposals. Plans and conducts in-service health education and training programs. Maintains liaisons between the Health Department and other public and private agencies, community organizations, and professional groups. Assists in the preparation of marketing strategies and distributes health education materials. Participates in health education programs, conferences and community programs. Provides assistance to individuals and community groups to obtain health education and prevention information. Assists in the preparation of health education protocols for state mandated programs. Implements strategies to raise awareness of health issues. Responds to requests for information from the public. Experience: One (1) year of experience organizing, coordinating, and conducting Public Health education and prevention programs for health professionals, community groups, and individuals. Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in public or community health, social or behavioral health, nutrition, or closely related field (additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis). License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Other Requirements: Operate a personal computer and other office equipment. Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone. Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses. Perform job duties under stressful conditions. Respond appropriately to situations. Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. Establish, implement and achieve goals and objectives. Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception. Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects. Frequent use of hand-eye coordination. Normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping. Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds. Regular attendance is an essential function. Knowledge of: Principles, methods, techniques, and materials of public health education. Functions, programs and services of both public and private agencies involved in health education activities. Counseling and education techniques. Social and cultural differences. Basic public health statistical and survey methods. Marketing strategy. Ability to: Communicate effectively orally in order to give presentations to local community groups. Communicate effectively in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Assess need for public education on health issues. Implement and assist in the evaluation of health education programs for staff and community groups. Understand and follow instructions and procedures. Merced County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on... (standard EEO statement, if applicable). #J-18808-Ljbffr