Health Educator - 61007572

S.C. Department of Public Health; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per yr

15 days Sick Leave per yr

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Health, dental, vision, LTD, and life–

Spouse and children insurance

SC Deferred Compensation Program

State Retirement Plan / State ORP

Job summary

The S.C. Department of Public Health is seeking a health education specialist to coordinate community health assessments, develop improvement plans, and implement chronic disease risk reduction interventions in assigned counties.

Under supervision of the Senior Health Educator, you will lead data analysis, engage stakeholders, provide technical assistance, and support policy, systems, and environmental changes to improve population health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health education, health promotion, or a closely related field.
• CHES eligibility or credential preferred.
• Experience in public health or community health improvement projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating community health assessments and developing community health improvement plans/activities in assigned counties.
• Plan and implement community-based Chronic Disease Risk Reduction interventions addressing risk factors such as physical inactivity, poor nutrition, tobacco use, obesity, cancer, diabetes and arthritis.
• Support health behavior change at individual, community, institutional and policy levels in assigned counties.
• Provide leadership in assessing state/region/county health data and facilitate community planning to identify priority health problems.
• Implement evidence-based policy, systems, and environmental change strategies and provide technical assistance to stakeholders.

Skills

Health education

Community engagement

Policy collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in health education/health promotion or related field

CHES eligibility preferred

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Under direct supervision of the Senior Health Educator (Community Engagement Manager), the health education specialist: (1) assures the coordination of community health assessments and development of community health improvement plans/activities in the assigned counties; 2) plans and implements community- based Chronic Disease Risk Reduction interventions which address the health risk factors of physical inactivity, poor nutrition, tobacco use, obesity, cancer, diabetes , arthritis and other related chronic diseases; and 3) supports health behavior change at the individual, community, institutional and public policy levels in assigned counties.

• Provides leadership in the assessment of state, regional, county health data, community resources and processes to determine at-risk populations and risk factors to be addressed. Facilitates the development of community health assessments and community planning to identify strategic issues and priority health problems.
• Implements evidenced-based policy, systems, and environmental change strategies directed toward community health improvement. Provides consultation, and technical assistance to health department staff, community organizations, health care systems, programs, and local coalitions/task forces addressing social determinants of health, population health and chronic disease risk reduction for at-risk populations.
• Establishes/maintains strong working relationships with stakeholders, including other programs, government agencies, community-based organizations, and nongovernmental lay and professional groups to build support for chronic disease prevention and control. Uses effective community engagement strategies to facilitate coordination/collaboration and address chronic disease issues. Leverage resources to impact prevention and create partnerships.
• Evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of programmatic and community-based interventions through the collection/analysis of process and outcome variables. Maintains and submits required reports to region leadership and program management in a timely manner.
• Participates in required state, regional and program meetings/courses. Participates in training to improve health education skills, to maintain or develop content specific proficiency, and keeps abreast of changes in program standards, policies, and procedures including CHES/MCHES credentialing
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including community outreach for special projects and/or public health emergencies.

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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.

Agency Additional Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Health Education, Public Health Education, School Health Education, Community Health Education, Health Promotion or a closely related field that confers CHES eligibility and 2 years of health education experience; or a Master's Degree in the above and 1-year of health education experience.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.

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

Preferred Qualifications

CHES/MCHES or CHES/MCHES-eligible is preferred.

EEO

The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

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.

Benefits Package

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan ( SCRS )
  • State Optional Retirement Program ( State ORP )
  • Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK

The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.