Ending the HIV Epidemic Health Educator

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

3d • $27 - $38 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Ending the HIV Epidemic Health Educator with the Maricopa County Ryan White Program helps deliver Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) activities to Ryan White partners, medical providers, businesses, and community-based organizations in Maricopa and Pinal County. The role conducts EHE presentations and trainings, contributes to educational methods and materials, participates in needs assessment work, collects client-driven feedback, and engages community members through social media, newsletters, and in-person outreach events. The position reports to the Ending the HIV Epidemic Special Projects Manager.

The position implements, presents, and markets EHE health education programs to increase community awareness and knowledge. It coordinates outreach and social media activities with the EHE Program and Positively You! campaign, develops consumer-focused communications, supports quality improvement through assessments and feedback, recruits participants, schedules classes and focus groups, reviews evaluations, and maintains relationships with community partners to reduce HIV stigma. It also prepares and updates written and digital materials for community distribution.

The role may occasionally require night and weekend work based on business needs. It requires the ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and to walk or stand to a significant degree. A valid Arizona driver’s license is required upon hire. Employees must provide evidence of immunity or receive required immunizations within one month of hire.

Requirements

• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish.
• Submit an attachment with samples of writing, presentations, or social media posts created by the applicant.
• One year of experience coordinating and administering Public Health programs with a focus on community engagement with diverse populations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Health Education, Communications, or a related field; a combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required upon hire.
• Provide evidence of immunity or receive required immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses within one month of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with diverse communities to address social determinants of health needs.
• Experience with survey and evaluation tools such as SurveyMonkey.
• Experience with webinar and teleconference software such as Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
• Experience with design software or programs such as Canva.
• Experience working with communities impacted by HIV/AIDS.

Responsibilities

• Implement, present, and market Ending the HIV Epidemic health education programs to increase community awareness and knowledge.
• Coordinate local outreach activities and social media strategy collaboratively with the EHE Program and Positively You! campaign.
• Develop and implement consumer-focused communication strategies, including newsletters, social media outreach, and email campaigns.
• Provide guidance to the Senior Health Educator on EHE educational activities based on evaluation results.
• Participate in needs assessment work and gather client-driven feedback to support Ryan White Program quality improvement initiatives.
• Recruit participants for EHE activities, coordinate class and focus group scheduling, and review program evaluations.
• Attend and orchestrate outreach events to increase awareness of HIV prevention and Ryan White services in the community.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with internal and community partners to reduce HIV stigma.
• Prepare written and digital materials for community distribution and update information as needed for priority populations on emerging public health issues.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement.
• Hybrid work schedule options and exceptional work-life balance.
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County.
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for the employee and qualifying dependents.
• Child care benefits, including access to Maricopa County Kids Club.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive.
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, with a defined retirement benefit and a 100% employer match on Day 1.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level