Health Educator, Tobacco & Asthma Control

Harris County•Houston, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Specialist supports the Chronic Disease Prevention Program with a focus on both asthma control and tobacco/vaping education. This integrated role is responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting initiatives aimed at reducing tobacco use and improving asthma outcomes across Harris County. The specialist will engage in strategic planning, foster cross-sector partnerships, provide education to the community and stakeholders, and collaborate with internal and external partners to align efforts across both health focus areas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public health, or related field.
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.
Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.
Health Advancement Skills: This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.
Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.
Public Health Science Skills: This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.

Nice To Haves

At least one (1) year of relevant experience in community engagement or direct work under public health.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based education on tobacco/vaping cessation and asthma self-management to individuals and groups in priority zip code communities in Harris County.
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with community stakeholders, schools, and healthcare providers to support tobacco/vaping prevention and asthma care efforts.
Develop and implement initiatives to achieve program goals and objectives related to tobacco/vaping prevention and cessation, and asthma control across Harris County.
Plan and conduct outreach activities, including community events and health fairs to promote program engagement and participation.
Assist in the development of culturally appropriate educational materials, presentations, and trainings tailored to target populations.
Collect and document program activities and outcomes; prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to track progress and impact.
Support inventory management for program supplies.
Stay informed on current research, best practices, and trends in tobacco/vaping and asthma.
Perform other duties as assigned.