Health Promotion Specialist

Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging Inc • Gainesville, FL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Healthy Aging Coordinator, the Health Promotions Specialist provides education and training to the community on healthy aging for older adults. Service delivery includes planning, teaching and evaluation of health education workshops impacting aging and disabled adults. The Health Promotions Specialist will also assist with community outreach, resource development, and development of public education materials. The Specialist serves as a liaison between Elder Options and community partners establishing positive working relationships and, developing strong community visibility for the Elder Options Aging and Disability Resource Center.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from four-year college or university; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful completion of and continued certification as a Class Leader (provided by Elder Options) is required to maintain this position.
• Travel to local community venues frequently throughout North Central Florida, as directed.
• Cost of travel is paid by the traveler and will be reimbursed according to state travel reimbursement policies.
• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Level 2 background screening and driver record check required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with public speaking and/or working with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Planning, teaching and evaluation of health education workshops impacting aging and disabled adults.
• Assist with community outreach, resource development, and development of public education materials.
• Serve as a liaison between Elder Options and community partners establishing positive working relationships.
• Develop strong community visibility for the Elder Options Aging and Disability Resource Center.

Benefits

• Contributions to retirement equal to more than 10% of your pay, even if you don’t pay in.
• Several health insurance options at very low cost with great coverage.
• Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance are free.
• Work life balance.
• Flexible, remote work options.
• Wellness education.
• Personal days.
• Vacation time begins to accrue on day one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level