IN-DOH-Oral Health Educator, Part Time

Oral Health Educator Overview

The Oral Health Educator will play a pivotal role in promoting oral health awareness and education among schools, early learning centers.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to preparation and distribution of oral health education materials.
• Aid in writing grant proposals and budgets to secure necessary funding.
• Develop and conduct engaging workshops, seminars, and training sessions for school nurses on oral health best practices.
• Create educational materials, such as pamphlets, posters, and digital content, tailored for use in school settings.
• Partner with school administrators, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to ensure cohesive oral health initiatives.
• Advocate for oral health awareness in schools by promoting preventative care and regular screenings.
• Provide ongoing guidance to school nurses, answering questions and offering solutions to challenges related to oral health management.
• Assess the effectiveness of educational programs and recommend improvements.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage with school nurses, administrators, and community stakeholders.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple training sessions and resources.
• Creativity in developing materials and presenting information in a clear, impactful way.
• Familiarity with behavior change techniques for promoting improved oral health habits.
• Proficiency in data management and analysis, relevant background in public health and grant writing skills preferred.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in dental Hygiene, Public Health, Education or a related field.
• Knowledge of oral hygiene practices, common dental issues and preventative care strategies.
• Strong communication & presentation skills.
• Certification in oral health education.
• Experience in delivering health education or training programs, ideally in a school or healthcare setting.
• Prior experience in a school-based setting or early learning center.
• Prior experience with grant writing and budgeting.
• Proficiency in data management and analysis.