Health Educator I/II

General Recruitment Information:

This recruitment will establish a list of candidates to be used in filling the vacancy as well as an eligibility list that may be used for future vacancies or temporary help for up to one (1) year.

Job Opportunity:

Only online applications are accepted. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements. Resumes are encouraged, but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials. Applications which are incomplete as of the final date to apply will be eliminated from consideration. Candidates who meet all the minimum qualifications may be invited to an oral interview. 

Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Participates in the planning, organizing, and evaluating of various public health programs.
• Prepares educational documents and promotional materials to be utilized in the presentations.
• Collaborates with various community groups and organizations to encourage an interest in public health; collaborates with health specialists and community groups to determine community health needs and the availability of services and to develop goals for meeting needs.
• Coordinates and schedules presentations before school groups, community service organizations, church organizations, youth groups, and other interested parties.
• Determines the materials and resources necessary, such as facilities for presenting programs, and including contacting organizations and community groups for scheduling purposes.
• Provides group and individual educational counseling for health-related issues, such as tobacco cessation, nutrition, health access, and reproductive health.
• Presents comprehensive health and human service data and information for answering various questions generated by the information presented.
• Conducts in-service training of other health and human service professionals in assigned programs.
• Assists in obtaining survey data for the development of evaluations for program and presentation analysis.
• Prepares statistical reports for presentation to program administrators and state program representatives.
• Prepares materials including news releases, pamphlets, newsletters, bulletins, and social media posts/content to publicize and explain health services and programs; prepares educational materials for meetings and training sessions; and maintains a stock of educational materials for distribution.
• Performs related duties as necessary and required.

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Health Educator I:  College coursework that includes 30 semester units in health or human services, sociology, or closely related field and one (1) year of experience in a health or human service agency performing counseling or health related education services.

Health Educator II:  In addition to the qualifications for the Health Educator I, one (1) year of experience as a Health Educator I or two (2) years in a comparable position.

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of:
  • Effective public presentations which include both oral and visual aids.
  • The principles of interviewing and problem-solving methodology.
  • or ability to learn the principals, methods, techniques, and materials of health education and educational counseling.
  • Environmental, social, economic, cultural, and other issues and recent developments impacting the health of individuals and the community.
• Ability to:
  • Apply education principles and practices as they apply to assigned programs.
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized populations and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency and health equity practices.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of other agencies, co-workers, and the general public.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
  • Compile, analyze and display data.
  • Operate data processing equipment for successful performance of duties.
  • Work weekends, evenings, or other hours necessary to present programs to various groups and the public.

Selection Process:

The County of Del Norte does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual preference, or disability in any of its programs, activities, or hiring practices.  All applications will be reviewed and those individuals with backgrounds most closely meeting the needs of the county will be selected for further review.  In the event of a large number of qualifying applicants, a written examination may be given to determine which applicants will be invited to attend an oral interview.  An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the oral interviews.  Expenses (i.e. travel, food, lodging) incurred in connection with the interview shall be the burden of the applicant.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Office prior to the interview/examination so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Condition of Employment:

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, Del Norte County is required to verify, within three days of employment of any person, that he/she is: 1) a citizen or national of the United States; 2) an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence or authorized by the Immigration and Naturalization Service to work in the United States.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Del Norte employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County of Del Norte requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect.  Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Del Norte County is an equal opportunity employer hiring employment eligible applicants. Disabled applicants who require special testing arrangements should contact the Human Resources Department prior to the filing deadline. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, applicants must provide acceptable proof of identity or authorization to work in the United States. A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to employment.  The investigation may include reference checks, fingerprinting, credit check, driver history and inquiry to local, state and federal files to obtain criminal history information.  All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process. Selection processes may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following:  application review, competitive screening, written examination, performance examination, and/or oral examination. This bulletin is solely for the purpose of announcing a job opening.  It does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revised without notice.