HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64084857

State of Florida • Fort Myers, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Career Service (CS) Health Educator Consultant position working for the Lee County Health Department. The incumbent in this position is under the supervision of the Health Promotion Program Administrator-SES. This position is responsible for executing the strategic direction of the health promotion and wellness program in alignment with the mission and vision of the Florida Department of Health in Lee County (DOH-Lee). Job responsibilities will focus heavily on achieving deadline driven deliverables and reporting of Healthy Communities of Florida initiative strategy areas. Additionally, this position will build upon and strengthen existing community initiatives that promote a healthier community while expanding new community partners. This position is classified as a security sensitive and must adhere to Department of Health, HIPAA, and Information Security policies, protocols, and procedures. Incumbent is responsible to abide by State/Federal laws governing health information.

Requirements

• Possess a valid driver's license and have a motor vehicle to carry out job duties.
• Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
• Knowledge of social, economic, rehabilitative or health care services, administration or planning techniques
• Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data
• Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures
• Knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation & grammar usage
• Knowledge of standard business formats & styles for letters & business forms
• Skill in operating a personal computer
• Ability to plan, organize & coordinate work assignments, & communicate effectively
• Ability to understand, interpret & apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures
• Ability to analyze the effectiveness of service programs and identify resources or adjustments needed to meet needs
• Ability to review data for accuracy & completeness
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize individual workload
• Ability to identify objects, actions and events
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to interpret meaning of information to others
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to work effectively within the health department and with outside groups and organizations
• Ability to work in teams
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier and small hand tools, i.e.; stapler, scissors, etc.
• Ability to operate general office equipment
• Ability to follow office procedures and practices
• Ability to organize and maintain electronic filing systems
• Ability to locate information that is listed alphabetically & numerically
• Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous & effective manner
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors with occasional temperature changes
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed
• All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

Responsibilities

• Promotes healthy lifestyles and educates the public on health issues, including chronic disease prevention, physical activity, nutrition, workplace wellness, tobacco cessation, and trauma.
• Conducts presentations for community groups and workplace wellness programs on topics such as obesity prevention, healthy living, and chronic disease management.
• Actively participates in local health fairs, outreach events, worksite wellness fairs, and special events to share DOH‑Lee educational materials and health messages.
• Serves as an organizing committee member for selected health fairs and participates in community health initiatives that support DOH priority areas.
• Assist with community needs assessments to help determine the health status and needs of Lee County residents.
• Ensures all strategy deliverables within the Healthy Communities of Florida initiative are completed by established deadlines.
• Maintains the timeliness and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual Healthy Communities of Florida reports in accordance with program guidelines.
• Provides data to the Program Administrator‑SES regarding Health Promotion activities, successes, and impactful actions for inclusion in the DOH‑Lee annual community report.
• Attends all Healthy Communities of Florida webinars and reviews the SharePoint site weekly for updates to strategy areas, educational materials, and announcements.
• Incorporates Healthy Communities of Florida educational materials into DOH‑Lee outreach tables at health fairs, community events, and special events.
• Serves as the Lee County Health Liaison coordinating, implementing, and monitoring Health Improvement Plan activities to advance priority health areas within the county.
• Facilitates meetings, gathers and reports data, supports project tasks, and ensures accountability across initiatives.
• Will lead or co‑lead quarterly community Taskforce meetings, expand community partnerships, and identify relevant data sources to support health priorities.
• Will track project goals and report outcomes as required and provide regular progress updates to Taskforce members and Program Administrator-SES.
• Will identify training and grant opportunities for staff and partners, and disseminate resources, and best practices to stakeholders.
• Additional responsibilities include participating in professional development and responding to information requests from OMH.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed