Prevention Health Specialist

Job Summary

The Prevention Health Specialist promotes health within Yellowstone County through community presentations, health promotion campaigns, multi-modal messaging, and prevention classes. This position is responsible for work focused on prevention, awareness, and education at the population level.

Prevention Health Specialist Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and evaluates prevention health campaign strategies and education programs, including tobacco and substance misuse prevention.
• Collaborates effectively with local schools, city planners, and community partners to coordinate the day-to-day deliverables as outlined in the Chronic Disease Prevention project work plan in Yellowstone County, including public speaking, advocating for smoke-free policies, creating written education about the harms of tobacco products, and creating smoke-free events.
• Become a facilitator for INDEPTH, an alternative to suspension for students caught with tobacco products in Yellowstone County.
• Affords assistance in developing work plans and budgets.
• Plans and facilitates committees and workgroups by coordinating meetings, setting agendas, facilitating discussions, and ensuring actionable outcomes to advance public health initiatives and community engagement efforts.
• Manages time sensitive projects and meets deadlines in an accurate manner.
• Conducts regular oral and written communication about health promotion goals, facts, policy advocacy and coalition activities.
• Participates in various community committees and boards related to program activities and responsibilities; represents the agency and provides accurate information regarding prevention information and resources.
• Collaborates with team members in the evaluation of program and activities.

Essential Functions/Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and evaluates prevention health campaign strategies and education programs, including tobacco and substance misuse prevention.
• Collaborates effectively with local schools, city planners, and community partners to coordinate the day-to-day deliverables as outlined in the Chronic Disease Prevention project work plan in Yellowstone County, including public speaking, advocating for smoke-free policies, creating written education about the harms of tobacco products, and creating smoke-free events.
• Become a facilitator for INDEPTH, an alternative to suspension for students caught with tobacco products in Yellowstone County.
• Affords assistance in developing work plans and budgets.
• Plans and facilitates committees and workgroups by coordinating meetings, setting agendas, facilitating discussions, and ensuring actionable outcomes to advance public health initiatives and community engagement efforts.
• Manages time sensitive projects and meets deadlines in an accurate manner.
• Conducts regular oral and written communication about health promotion goals, facts, policy advocacy and coalition activities.
• Participates in various community committees and boards related to program activities and responsibilities; represents the agency and provides accurate information regarding prevention information and resources.
• Collaborates with team members in the evaluation of program and activities.

Education And Experience

• Minimum Qualifications: Two years of experience in health education, nonprofit services, health services, public education or other related fields. Any combination of experience and training which provide the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors’ Degree in health promotion, public health, healthcare administration, or related. Experience working with underserved populations.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Computer literacy, in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to understand and adhere to required administrative policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures, practices, and equipment.
• Ability to manage time sensitive projects and meet deadlines in an accurate manner.
• Ability to maintain a calm and positive demeanor during difficult interactions.
• Ability to display non-judgmental and empathetic listening skills.
• High degree of detail-oriented skill level.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive work environment.
• Ability to perform job duties with integrity and innovation to ensure completion and a high level of quality.
• Excellent communication skills to ensure efficiencies and quality customer service.
• Ability to relate to and motivate diverse members of the community.
• Knowledge of program development, promotion, marketing, education, and media communications in a health education program.
• Ability to perform duties as an independent and self-managed individual while serving as an effective member of the Public Health team.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

• Works with the public and may be exposed to contagious illnesses.
• Regular schedule requires some nights and weekends for events.
• Standing, bending, sitting, lifting up to 30 pounds required.

Supervision

None

Freedom To Act & Decision Making

Work is structured by public health regulations and established medical practices. Decisions directly affect the quality of services provided to the public.

Communications & Networking

Work directly with other team members to provide quality customer service for patients and customers.

Budget & Resource Management

The position is responsible for managing resources including time, educational materials, and other resources necessary to deliver education and services. Decisions made by the position directly affect efficiency and cost of services.