Health Educator/ Epidemiology- Health Division

Health Educator/ Epidemiology- Health Division

https://info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/01981.htm

Grant Funded Position

Health & Social Services / Health Division

Salary Range: $76,56.00-101,678.00

Closing Date: Until Filled

Location: City Hall Annex

DEFINITION

Under direction, assesses individual and community health needs; plans, implements, and evaluates effective health education programs; coordinates health education services; serves as a resource person in health education; communicates health and health education needs, concerns, and resources; does related work as required.

NOTE:  The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all the duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Develops a health education program to address community health needs including drug and alcohol abuse control, smoking prevention and cessation, nutrition, injury control, physical fitness, exercise and other preventive health activities.
• Identifies target populations and assesses health education needs based on information from the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, community health organizations, and other relevant health-related data.
• Prepares health education program plans.
• Involved local community leaders in the planning, implementation, and maintenance of health education services and programs; collaborates with other agencies, and consults with subject matter specialists in the planning, implementation, and maintenance process.
• Applies appropriate health education interventions to provide for the effective implementation of health education programs.

• Provides consultation and training to agency staff in the application of health education techniques.
• Evaluate health education objectives.
• Provides guidance to the local health officer to plan, organize, and develop a program of health education for the community.
• Provides guidance to various civic, fraternal, health, and volunteer organizations to organize and develop study programs in public health problems.
• Provides guidance and consultation to community organizations to develop and improve their health education activities.
• Assists individuals and groups to develop good personal health practices.
• Visits and speaks before members of health, civic, and welfare organizations.
• Interprets objectives and policies of the local health department.
• Creates and stimulates a public awareness of public health needs.
• Prepares press releases and written materials regarding the programs and functions of local clinics and the health department.
• Coordinates the health education activities of various community organizations.
• Assists hospital, clinic, and health department staff in presenting health information to patients and other individuals.
• Identifies community health education needs, interests, and practices.
• Provides advice to instructional and other school staff in the planning, development, and presentation of health education programs for students.
• Evaluates community health resources and health education programs.
• Prepares reports and correspondence.
• Maintains records and files.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Public Health, Community Health Education, Nursing, or a related Health Education field.

 EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years of experience assessing community health education needs and, in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of diversified health education programs in a local health department or state or local health agency.
• NOTE:  A Master's degree in one of the areas listed above may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

CERTIFICATION:

• Applicants must possess a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification issued by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.

NOTE:  A Bachelor's degree in Nursing and a valid certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Community Health Nurse may be substituted for the Certified

The Health Education Specialist (CHES) requirement is specified above.

LICENSE:

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :

• Knowledge of health education techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of the methods used to develop health education programs.
• Knowledge of the methods used to collect and analyze health data.
• Knowledge of the methods used to analyze and evaluate community health needs and resources.
• Knowledge of the principles of disease control, epidemiology, and environmental health.
• Ability to plan, organize, and develop a community health education program.
• Ability to provide guidance and advice on health education issues and matters.
• Ability to assess community health needs and resources.
• Ability to identify community health education needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those interested in or involved in the work of the program.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret health data.
• Ability to prepare reports and correspondence.
• Ability to establish and maintain records and files.
• Ability to evaluate health education programs.
• Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered an acceptable form of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

If you qualify and would like to be considered, you must submit an employment application, letter of interest, and your resume (including daytime phone number and email address). 

You must submit your response by the closing date shown above.