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  • Health Education Specialist

    Concord, California United States Contra Costa County, CA Full Time $62,188.56 - $75,590.64 Annually Dec 23, 2024
    Contra Costa County Human Resources Department Employer:

    Contra Costa County, CA

    The County of Contra Costa, California was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California, with the City of Martinez as the County Seat.  Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state. The most notable landmark in the county is Mount Diablo, rising 3,849 feet at the northern end of the Diablo Range. It is the centerpiece of Mt. Diablo State Park, one of many recreation areas residents and visitors can enjoy. The East Bay Regional Park District is comprised of more than 100,000 acres within 65 parks, including more than 1,200 miles of trails. Our Mission: Contra Costa County is dedicated to providing public services which improve the quality of life of our residents and the economic viability of our businesses. Our Vision: Contra Costa County is recognized as a world-class service organization where innovation and partnerships merge to enable our residents to enjoy a safe, healthy and prosperous life. Our Values: Contra Costa County serves people, businesses and communities. Our organization and each one of our employees value: Clients and communities Accountability Partnerships Fiscal prudence Quality Services Organizational excellence   Featured Image by My Nguyen- Miller Knox Regional Shoreline (2019)

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    Job Description

    The Position

    ****Re-Announcement****

    The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases:

    5% on July 1, 2025

    Why Join Contra Costa Health?

    The Contra Costa Health Department is offering excellent career opportunities for qualified individuals interested in the Health Education Specialist position. There are currently one (1) vacancy in the Public Health Clinic Services and one (1) vacancy in the Family, Maternal and Child Health (FMCH) located in Concord, CA.

    Health Education Specialists assist with implementation of educational and health promotion activities for the department; assumes responsibility for educational aspects of assigned department programs; and performs related work as required. Lived experience is considered to be an asset to this position and bilingual candidates are highly sought after.

    Public Health Clinics provides school-based health services to children and school aged students up to 19-20 years of age with mobile clinic health vans and through satellite health centers, located on campuses in West, Central and East Contra Costa County.

    Family, Maternal and Child Health (FMCH) is dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of families and children through innovative partnerships with families, community members, county programs, and community-based organizations. To accomplish this mission, our work involves collecting and analyzing data to identify high priority needs, develop, implement, and evaluate programs designed to improve health outcomes, and provide training and technical assistance to groups throughout the county on issues of perinatal health to black mothers.

    We are looking for someone who:
    • Can communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
    • Has excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to work in a team environment
    • Can adapt to varied and changing priorities
    • Can use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines

    What you will typically be responsible for:
    • Advising staff on health education and preventative principles and techniques
    • Maintaining and distributing health education material to staff and the general public
    • Evaluating and reporting on health education services and educational programs
    • Assisting in directing and coordinating training activities
    • Assisting admin and supervisors in planning, conducting and evaluating the health education and health prevention aspects of departmental programs
    • Assessing community health needs


    A few reasons you might love this job:
    • You will be part of a high value team environment.
    • You will be part of a culture that encourages growth and innovation.
    • You will work in an engaging and fast paced environment.
    • We are focused on our common mission and goals to serve our community.


    A few challenges you might face in this job:
    • You may work under pressure and need to deliver assignments in tight timeframes.
    • You must adapt to ever-changing technology.
    • You will face multiple deadlines, multi-tasking, and time management.


    Competencies Required:
    • Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
    • Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risk
    • Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
    • Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of the work content, work steps, and final work products
    • Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
    • Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
    • Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
    • Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
    • Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
    • Handling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations
    • Coaching & Developing Others: Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities
    • Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace


    To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.cccounty.us/hr .

    The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

    Minimum Qualifications

    License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out-of-state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.

    Education: Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Health Services Administration, Social Work, Health Education, Education, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Nutrition, or a closely related field.

    Experience: One (1) year of full-time, or its equivalent, experience which included direct responsibility for performing health promotion, health prevention, or community health education work.

    Substitution for Education: Four (4) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience equivalent to the Community Health Worker II in Contra Costa County and 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of college coursework with at least 12 semester and 18 quarter units in health related coursework may be substituted for the required Bachelor's Degree.

    Selection Process

    Application Filing and Evaluation: All applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. Virtual Oral Assessment: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online video assessment. The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. In the assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These may include but are not limited to: Decision Making, Delivering Results, Professional Integrity & Ethics, Oral Communication and Customer Focus.(Weighted 100%).

    The Virtual Oral Assessment is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) during the week of January 17, 2025.

    The Virtual Oral Assessment will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet or smartphone. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment, as well as a computer or mobile device with a camera.

    The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

    For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at Exams@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1-855-524-5627.

    CONVICTION HISTORY

    After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

    DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

    All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

    To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

    Closing Date/Time: 1/8/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
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