Health Education Specialist

Current vacancy within the Health & Human Services Agency located in Visalia. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and future vacancies. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months.

Typical Duties

This position is within the Public Health Department and offers the opportunity to work with public and private sector representatives. This position works closely with community and faith-based groups, businesses, non-profits, clinics, and government agencies. Duties will include: conduct health related educational presentations; prepare health education materials such as articles, reports, pamphlets, visual aids and exhibits; implement new programs or improve existing ones; establish and maintain liaison with community groups, agencies and individuals; confer with school administrators, physicians, nurses and teachers to develop adequate health education programs; conduct community surveys in order to determine health education needs; provide information and respond to inquiries from general public; address various community groups concerning matters pertinent to health education; provide in-service training for health department staff; research, review and maintain files of current public health education literature, statistical information and legislative activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of: Educational methods and theory for development of training modules; health education planning and public health philosophy as related to program planning; math sufficient to interpret statistical data, prepare budgets and project material costs for programs; research and evaluation methods.

Skill/Ability to: Plan, organize and conduct public health education presentations; speak effectively before groups for the purpose of providing information; formulate program goals and objectives; write clear, concise and accurate grant proposals, reports, news releases, and evaluations; develop survey tools and evaluate health education program success; facilitate group process activities by applying methods for problem solving; read and interpret public health laws, professional journals and research papers; develop and implement new health education programs; communicate with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds in a tactful, patient manner; coordinate work with other departments; accomplish project goals.

Desirable Qualifications:

Skill and ability to: Speak, read, and write Spanish is preferred. Research compile and analyze information to formulate appropriate alternatives and recommendations; Address health issues in disadvantaged communities and priority populations through policy and system change that support positive lifestyle behaviors. Communication, marketing, and community outreach experience preferred.

Experience : Implementing health programs; delivering lifestyle improvement programs; working in clinical setting (interacting with licensed medical staff), working with organizations on healthy policies; and working with, training, or supporting community leaders.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service .

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The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 4/28/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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