HEALTH EDUCATOR

Requisition No: 818312

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64029259

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64029259

Salary: $1,512 bi-weekly

Posting Closing Date: 04/26/2024

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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County. 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! Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its vision to be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

To provide health education and prevention services at designated high schools as part of the School-Based Health Center (SBHC) program in coordination with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH), school administrators, school service providers, and community agencies.

• Coordinate with school faculty, students, and families to provide prevention and health education programming in the high school and clinical setting.
• Consult with students one-on-one to provide education on specific health issues as requested by clinic staff, or deliver health education messages in group settings within the school as part of a comprehensive health education program.
• Assist with health education program development, planning, and implementation.
• Maintain strong links with school faculty and administrative staff.
• Develop rapport with students and maintain an active presence on school campuses.
• Conduct informational and introductory presentations/meetings about SBHC services for parents, staff, and other community stakeholders, and participate in other public relations activities as needed.
• Utilize written and visual resources and awareness campaigns addressing adolescent issues such as community-acquired infections, teen violence, family relationships, healthy behaviors, etc.
• Nurture and develop a network of community partners to link students to needed services.
• Act as liaison between community partners and the SBHC program.
• Provide support and empowerment for teens to obtain needed services, and advocate for client concerns within the health care team and in the community.
• Inform members of the health care team of changes in community, state and federal programs and policies that directly impact the provision of adolescent services. Act as an information source concerning available community services.
• Compose and submit written reports regarding progress on health education program activities and outcomes.
• Collect and analyze relevant data to identify trends, evaluate health education program effectiveness, and inform decision making.
• Develop and guide youth advisory councils to provide feedback on clinic operations and to promote and facilitate peer-driven health initiatives in schools.
• Assist with monthly SBHC data analysis and reporting to funders and stakeholders.
• Identify potential funding opportunities and ensure grant deliverables are met on time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of departmental policies, procedures and operations.

• Knowledge of medical/healthcare terminology.
• Knowledge of public health.
• Knowledge of health education practices.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Excellent English language skills, including composition and grammar.
• Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with a wide range of people.
• Ability to take initiative and self-direct.
• Highly accountable, reliable, and honest.
• Flexible, professional, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Equally comfortable working independently and within a team environment that emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration in a dynamic urban health department.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field from an accredited institution required, or four years working in health education in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of one year health education experience required.
• Experience using IT applications, including Publisher, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience bringing together diverse stakeholders for a project or initiative preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel to different locations within Pinellas County.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to start work between 6:30 a.m. to 7:20 a.m.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

This position will be based out of Northeast High School clinic and will work with Gibbs High School and Boca Ciega High School. This is a 10 month and 40 hour work week position that follows the school schedule. The clinic has limited hours during the summer. Typically all clinic staff return approximately 2.5 weeks prior to school starting in August.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.