Community Health Educator

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Retirement fund

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Health Educator to design and deliver health education programs across Upington and surrounding communities. You will promote healthy lifestyles, assess community needs, and collaborate with local facilities to improve health outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Health Education or related field, strong communication skills, and the ability to engage diverse audiences. A passion for public health and ongoing professional development are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Public Health, Nursing, or related field.
• Experience in community health education or program delivery.
• Strong knowledge of health promotion principles and public health issues.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences and adapt communication styles.
• Familiarity with health resources and challenges in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health education programs and materials for various target audiences.
• Conduct workshops, presentations, and outreach activities on topics such as nutrition, disease prevention, and chronic condition management.
• Assess community health needs and tailor educational interventions accordingly.
• Collaborate with local health facilities, schools, and community organizations to deliver health education services.
• Promote healthy behaviors and provide information on available health resources.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of health education programs and make recommendations for improvement.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Community engagement

Adaptable communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Education/Public Health/Nursing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an engaging and knowledgeable Community Health Educator to join their team in Upington. This role involves designing and delivering health education programs to diverse community groups, promoting healthy lifestyles, and increasing awareness of health issues and preventative measures. You will empower individuals and communities with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed health decisions. This position is key to improving health outcomes and fostering well-being within the Northern Cape province.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health education programs and materials for various target audiences.
• Conduct workshops, presentations, and outreach activities on topics such as nutrition, disease prevention, and chronic condition management.
• Assess community health needs and tailor educational interventions accordingly.
• Collaborate with local health facilities, schools, and community organizations to deliver health education services.
• Promote healthy behaviors and provide information on available health resources.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of health education programs and make recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field.
• Experience in community health education or program delivery.
• Strong knowledge of health promotion principles and public health issues.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences and adapt communication styles.
• Familiarity with health resources and challenges in the Upington area.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A dynamic work environment focused on community health improvement.
• Chance to empower individuals and communities through health knowledge.
• Retirement fund and paid leave.