OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64960120

State of Florida

2d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. We hope you decide to join our team! Please note that this is a seasonal position, with employment running from May through July. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview. The OPS Health Educator promotes, maintains, and improves individual and/or community health and safety by assisting individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors. Conducts educational classes and/or presentations to targeted audiences related to such topics as safety and drowning prevention. Assists with class scheduling, supply, and inventory management and planning activities. Prepares and disseminates educational and informational materials. Maintains daily class records as well as personal time records. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• The ability to perform multiple swim strokes at an intermediate to advanced level, and to teach these skills to others at varying levels and ages using American Red Cross guidelines.
• The ability to communicate effectively with people of different ages and backgrounds.
• Ability to perform water rescue skills and CPR in accordance with the American Red Cross Lifeguard training guidelines.
• Good listening ability
• Skills at oral and written communications
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize & organize work assignments and work independently
• Active listening skills, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Can swim at an intermediate to advanced level

Responsibilities

• Promotes, maintains, and improves individual and/or community health and safety by assisting individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors.
• Conducts educational classes and/or presentations to targeted audiences related to such topics as safety and drowning prevention.
• Assists with class scheduling, supply, and inventory management and planning activities.
• Prepares and disseminates educational and informational materials.
• Maintains daily class records as well as personal time records.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees