District Health Educator 1 or 2

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Rome (GA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Retirement plan (ERS GSEPS)

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Dental

Vision

Long-term care

Life insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Georgia Department of Public Health seeks a public health education professional to promote healthy behaviors and lead community outreach in Rome and the surrounding district. You will develop educational materials, partner with schools and local organizations, and evaluate programs to improve health outcomes.

This full-time role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven planning, and program evaluation while supporting women’s health, opioid overdose prevention, HIV prevention, and other disease

Formación

• Master’s degree in public health education or Bachelor’s degree in education, social, behavioral, or biological sciences or a directly related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience in public health education
• Experience in public health education and program outreach
• Ability to analyze data to identify community needs and to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate programs

Responsabilidades

• Collaborates with health specialists and civic groups to ascertain community health needs, determine availability of services, and to develop goals
• Conducts community surveys to ascertain health needs, develop desirable health goals, and determine availability of professional health services
• Develops and maintains cooperation between public, civic, professional, and voluntary agencies
• Plans and provides educational opportunities for health personnel
• Prepares and disseminates educational and informational materials
• Promotes health discussions in schools, industries, and community agencies
• Provides information to the public regarding health concerns and resources
• Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas

Conocimientos

Community outreach

Health education

Data analysis

Educación

Master’s in public health education

Bachelor’s in education, social, behavioral, or biological sciences

Descripción del empleo

Pay Grade: H

Who we are.

We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer.

As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

This position is located at the Northwest Health District Office in Rome, Georgia. This position is an unclassified, full-time position working 40 hours per week.

Under general supervision, promotes and maintains the adoption of healthy behaviors for Paulding, Haralson, and Bartow Counties. Through targeted individual and community outreach, position seeks to improve health outcomes for women’s health, opioid overdose, HIV prevention and other health department programs. Collects and analyzes data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies, and environments.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborates with health specialists and civic groups to ascertain community health needs, determine availability of services, and to develop goals
• Conducts community surveys to ascertain health needs, develop desirable health goals, and determine availability of professional health services
• Develops and maintains cooperation between public, civic, professional, and voluntary agencies
• Plans and provides educational opportunities for health personnel
• Prepares and disseminates educational and informational materials
• Promotes health discussions in schools, industries, and community agencies
• Provides information to the public regarding health concerns and resources
• Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas

Master’s degree in public health education from an accredited college or university OR Bachelor’s degree in education, social, behavioral, or biological sciences or a directly related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience in public health education

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

CBHaccepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered.CBH maycontact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc. The District Human Resource Department must receive an official transcript and/or proof of licenses, certifications prior to employment. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, E-Verify, reference check and a criminal background check. As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. Relocation assistance is not provided.

ADA Statement

CBOH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, contact 706-295-6704.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e‑mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. CBH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.