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Health Education Specialist, Senior at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Caldwell, Idaho, United States Job Description Health Education Specialist, Senior Posting Begin Date: 2024/03/27 Posting End Date: 2024/04/10 Category: Health Education Sub Category: Public Health Work Type: Full Time Location: Caldwell, ID, United States Minimum Salary: 27.64 Maximum Salary: 32.52 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Description + Vision: A Healthier Southwest Idaho. + Mission: To promote the health and wellness of those who live, work and play in Southwest Idaho. + Values: Accountability, customer-focused, and teamwork influence the work we do and the difference we hope to make. Are you looking for an opportunity to serve the communities of Adams, Washington, Payette, Gem, Canyon, and Owyhee counties? Do you crave a job where you can make a difference and serve the public?Southwest District Health (SWDH) is recruiting aHealth Education Specialist (HES), Seniorto join the dedicated group of public health professionals in theCommunity Health Programwithin theDivision of Environmental and Community Health Services. If you crave team-oriented work, purpose, and work/life balance, perhaps it's time you considered a career with SWDH. We're all about shaking up the stereotype that working in government is dull. We're disruptors and innovators, all passionately sharing the same vision of making Southwest Idaho the best place to live, work, and play. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. As aHES, Seniorand public health employee, you will serve an active role in improving the health communities across southwest Idaho. As part of a small, but mighty team, you will be responsible for implementing health education programming related to cancer prevention, syphilis prevention, and facilitating a community health action team. This position may include a teleworking option from within Idaho. This is a limited service position. Length of Limited-Service appointments are defined as appointments tied to funding for a specific program, grant or project that is not indefinite in nature. Excellent Benefits This budgeted, regular full-time position offers a competitive benefits package includingPERSI (one of the BEST RETIREMENT system available in the Nation) (with a lifetime benefit + Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits ((Plan options offer employee only coverage for full-time/30+hours per weekPPO $65/monthfor medical and vision and $11.80/month for dental, with a low premium cost for adding additional family members. Or aFreeHigh Deductible Health Planfor employees only and low cost for additional members.) + Life Insurance ((FREE basic and paid for supplemental options for both the employee and eligible dependents.) + 11 paid holidays per yearand generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start (Holiday pay and accruals are calculated on a prorated basis depending on how many hours worked.) + Optional 401K ( and 457 ( Saving Plans + Wellness Programs (+ Bring your canine friend to work on Fridays + In-house gym and walking path + Ongoing internal and external training opportunities + Opportunity for Student Loan Forgiveness ( and Tuition Reimbursement Our generous benefits package elevates the total compensation for a full-time Senior HES. Our offering transforms the hourly pay range from $27.64 - $32.52/hour to an estimated $40.41 - $46.38/hour, showcasing the value we invest in your well-being and professional growth. Typical Duties: Candidates must be able to complete the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and meet all the mandatory qualifications of the position. + Lead community health assessment initiatives, engaging diverse stakeholders for program planning. + Coordinate and deliver tailored health education programs, ensuring relevance to target audiences. + Establish collaborative agreements to facilitate program implementation, including MOUs and contracts. + Evaluate program progress and community health status, utilizing tools like logic models. + Provide technical assistance and support to community members and partners as a content expert. + Develop effective health education messages and materials, assessing communication efforts. + Facilitate routine community coalition meetings, guiding the identification of priority health needs. + Assist in the development and implementation of community health action plans. + Identify resources to support coalition action plan implementation, potentially assisting in grant writing efforts. + Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for various stakeholders, including elected officials and Board of Health members. Minimum Qualifications: You must possess all the minimum qualifications listed below to qualify for this position. All required experience and/or education must be listed under the work history section of this application OR on your resume and must include a detailed explanation of your roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer. Minimum Qualifications (MQ): Good knowledge of: + Public health education principles and practices to include needs assessment, information dissemination and community organization relating to common health problems + Basic disease etiologies and preventive strategies + Survey methods and basic statistics used to collect and interpret data + Training methods 'Good knowledge' typically means applicants should possess journeyman level expertise, which can be gained through either a closely related bachelor's degree, 2-4 upper division college courses related to the subject and 2-4 years of mid-level work experience closely related to the subject, or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above. Approximately 1-2 years of related work experience in the following areas: + Developing or reviewing, and evaluating health-related informational material + Developing, implementing and evaluating public health education programs MQ Specialty: + Valid Driver's License Ideal Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities: + Bachelor's degree in public health or related field + Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) Supplemental Information: Who May Apply Individuals who meet all the 'MQ's' and 'MQ Specialties' listed above. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodation may be directed to the contact listed on this job posting. How to Apply Log in to yourfind this job announcement and select the Apply Now button. Attach your most current resume and follow the promptings to complete the exam. Hit submit. Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. The successful candidate will have a history and background supportive of the department's mission goal and be required to complete a pre-employment drug test and a criminal history background check to include fingerprints. SWDH is an equal opportunity employer and hiring is done without regard to race, color, To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account

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