Health Education Specialist

Examples of Duties

• Organizes and implements public health education and prevention programs.
• Counsels patients and provides referral assistance regarding methods to improve health.
• Aids 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.
• Aids 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.
• Aids 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience organizing, coordinating, and conducting Public Health education and prevention programs for health professionals, community groups, and individuals.
• 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).
• Possession of a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintenance thereof.

License

• Possession of a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintenance.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Knowledge

• 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

• 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.

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