HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64051828 1

State of Florida • Ocala, FL

2d • $39,000 - $40,950 • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a professional position that provides Health Education to Marion County Health Department clients and residents of Marion County. This position requires the ability to take initiative, work independently and think creatively. Strong communication skills written and verbal ability to multitask, prioritize and attention to detail required. Individual 1 will be expected to work with community and corporate partners in a professional, diplomatic, sensitive and confidential1 manner. This position requires the ability to work with youth, parents, and our aging population discussing healthy decisions making in various indoor and outdoor locations in our community. The individual in this position will be supervised by the Health Education Program Manager-SES and a valid driver's license is required for this position. The individual will support lead Health Education Consultants in advancing healthy decision making across key focus areas, including Healthy Communities, Injury Prevention, Employee Wellness, Chronic Disease prevention, and Healthy Aging. Responsibilities include assisting with the development and utilization of educational materials relevant to health education and facilitating their distribution through classes, community events promotional campaigns and presentation. The individual will assist with additional programs, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Health Education Program Manager, including by not limited to car seat installation services, to support department 11 goals and initiatives. The individual will be responsible for assisting in ordering and submitting purchase orders for all Health Education programs as needed. The individual will assist as a community liaison by attending community meetings, promoting Department of Health messaging.

Requirements

• Public speaking/educating experience
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective communication- both written and verbal
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of health education
• Using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches.
• Ability to develop and deliver health education services to others
• Ability and skills to prioritize and manage your time effectively to meet deadlines
• Ability to collect and analyze data
• Ability to maintain electronic and hard copy records
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to solve problems and think quickly under pressure
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing 30lbs or more unassisted
• Ability to operate a personal computer, utilizing computer systems and operating audiovisual equipment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Publisher and Outlook.
• Ability to work with little supervision and represent the DOH-Marion in a professional manner.
• FL Driver License
• Experience educating / presenting to youth or adults
• Ability to lift more than 35 lbs
• Willing to work outside in elements
• Available to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.

Nice To Haves

• Working with community partners
• Bilingual

Responsibilities

• Provides Health Education to Marion County Health Department clients and residents of Marion County.
• Works with community and corporate partners in a professional, diplomatic, sensitive and confidential manner.
• Works with youth, parents, and the aging population discussing healthy decision making in various indoor and outdoor locations.
• Supports lead Health Education Consultants in advancing healthy decision making across key focus areas, including Healthy Communities, Injury Prevention, Employee Wellness, Chronic Disease prevention, and Healthy Aging.
• Assists with the development and utilization of educational materials relevant to health education and facilitates their distribution through classes, community events, promotional campaigns, and presentations.
• Assists with additional programs, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Health Education Program Manager, including car seat installation services, to support department goals and initiatives.
• Responsible for assisting in ordering and submitting purchase orders for all Health Education programs as needed.
• Assists as a community liaison by attending community meetings and promoting Department of Health messaging.
• 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