What are the responsibilities and job description for the HEALTH EDUCATOR II position at Bladen County, NC?
Salary : $48,340.50 - $52,708.50 Annually
Location : Elizabethtown, NC
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 25-00195
Department : Health
Opening Date : 11 / 18 / 2024
DESCRIPTION
An employee in this classification assists the Lead Health Educator II and other health department staff in aspects of a comprehensive health education program, in selected community assessments and research, teaching specific health education classes, making minor modifications to previously developed training packets based on the specific audiences, and in assisting with development of educational information. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated through conferences and reports as to the overall effectiveness of the program.
DUTIES
- Assists with "Standards for Accreditation" requirements for the Bladen County Health Department and assist Lead Health Educator II in ensuring required evidence needed is collected and submitted.
- Serves as Coordinator for the Safe Kids of Bladen County and ensures requirements are met through events and awareness in order to eligible for Safe Kids grants and safety programs.
- Assists in the carrying out the agency's health promotion education programs designed to meet the needs of Bladen County citizens in identifying and improving lifestyle risks related to health.
- Assists in the collection of community data, generally from existing resources, for planning public health education programs.
- Implements activities, within established guidelines, based on interpretation of needs assessment.
- Selects educational material and methods, and implements a planned health education program of limited complexity.
- Teaches health education classes for clients and community groups.
- Designs health education programs of limited complexity and targeted to specific groups.
- Serves as public health educator for programs of limited complexity.
- Assists Lead Health Educator II in updating the Bladen County Health Department "Strategic Plan" and "Action Plans".
- Assists in program evaluation, quality assurance, and program revision as needed.
- Maintains pamphlets and educational materials concerning health promotion topics.
- Assists in researching grant opportunities and collaborate with partners to advocate for grants to support programs or projects in the community.
- Assists with completing the Community Action Plan and Strategic Plan for the program by integrating health promotion programs in the community, to be completed yearly as required for the Statewide Health Promotions Grant funding.
- Meets requirements set forth by the "Standards for Accreditation" for the health department accreditation process by meeting benchmarks as guided by policies and procedures as specific for health promotion and education.
- Serves as backup PIO for the Health Department and is responsible for assisting Lead Health Educator II with PIO duties as assigned.
- Serves as a member on the Healthy Bladen Collaborative board.
- Serves as a member on the "School Health Advisory Council" and is responsible for attending quarterly meeting and participating with partnering programs.
- Assists Lead Health Educator II with providing yearly required educational trainings for Bladen County Health Department staff and / or county personnel such as but not limited to : Blood borne Pathogens, Customer Service training, Safety trainings, LET health Disparities trainings, and various required policy reviews.
- Position will be responsible for other duties as assigned. Duties may also include Preparedness activities / directives as assigned by Supervisor, Nursing Director or Agency Director.
- Serves as Substance Misuse Health Educator
- Develop presentation and materials that can be used to provide evidence-based information and education in the community. Materials will be used to raise awareness about substances such as alcohol, prescription and illegal drugs, heroin and other opiates, and inhalants including their effects, how to recognize them and what local resources and treatment options are available to prevent and treat their use and abuse.
- Work will support the reduction of stigma throughout the county and reflect opportunities to come together as a supportive community. Community and professional education will include the effects of stigma starting with destigmatized language when referring to substance use and individuals with substance use disorders.
- Utilize existing human resources to provide this information such as the Community Paramedic, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Law Enforcement (LE), Medical, Public Health and Social Services staff.
- Provide outreach as requested through public forums and other community opportunities.
- Inform and support the public in using the on-line portal to access guides, educational resources, treatment, and service information.
- Will work with and supervise the in-school prevention and parent program.
- Collect numbers of students reached, feedback and evaluations from teachers and students for grant performance.
- Facilitating any additional training such as CIT, first responders and other interested organizations.
- Record events, contacts, etc. for community events, including community events program evaluation, quality assurance, and program revision as needed.
- Maintains pamphlets and educational materials concerning substance use prevention, treatment and / or recovery topics.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in health education; or graduation from a four-year college or university and one year of experience in public health education; or an equivalent combination of training or experience.
Special Requirements
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Disclaimer
This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. Bladen County reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.
BLADEN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Bladen County prides itself on having a competitive, productive workforce. For our full time employees Bladen County offers a wide range of benefits, including healthcare, supplemental plans and retirement programs and (12) twelve paid holidays.
Health
We offer the NC State Health Plan Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medical Insurance. Employee has the option to elect to purchase 80 / 20 or 70 / 30 plan.
Voluntary Plans
Employees may choose from a variety of plans arranged through Sun Life. These include Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity plans, Dental, and Vision plans. In addition we offer Short-term disability and Probenefits FSA (Flex Spending Account).
Life Insurance
The County provides $10,000 Basic Life insurance for employees. An employee may choose to purchase additional voluntary term life insurance.
Retirement
We participate on the N.C. Local Government Employees' Retirement System. Employees are required to contribute 6% of gross wages toward their account.
401(k) and 457 are supplemental retirement plans administered by Prudential.
Vacation Leave
Employees accrue annual leave monthly and may use accrued leave upon approval after the probationary period is completed. Years of service transferred from eligible NC Governmental Agencies (written documentation required) and the employee's work schedule are used to determine the rate of earning.
Petty Leave
Employees earn fourteen (14) hours per calendar year. May use in increments of 15 minutes. Leave is pro-rated based as of date of hire in the first calendar year of employment. Petty leave must be used within the calendar year.
Longevity Pay
The County offers longevity pay to employees with 5 years of continuous service.
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Salary : $48,341 - $52,709
