- Agency
- Harris County Public Health Services
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Job Category
- Full Time Positions
- Salary
- Depends on Qualifications
- Last Date to Apply
- 7/12/2020 11:59 PM Central
- Website
- https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/2781083/health-educator
- Description
- Position Description Under the supervision of the Health Education Specialist, the Health Educator is responsible for assisting in the implementation of education, training, and community outreach programs of Harris County Public Health (HCPH) Mosquito & Vector Control (MVC) Division. Duties and Responsibilities: Outreach/Program Planning/Education Establishes collaborative relationships with schools, community organizations and other public/private entities for the promotion of Mosquito & Vector Control education, outreach programs, and workshops. Assists in modifying community engagement programs for the education of mosquito and vector-borne disease and control. Co-facilitates education and training sessions as required. Attends community outreach/engagement events by representing the Mosquito & Vector Control division as a public speaker and/or panel member at civic associations, schools, public/private groups, and other entities. Assists with in-house training of Mosquito & Vector Control personnel, exclusive of safety training. Administrative/Other Maintains Mosquito & Vector Control's Mobile Mosquito & Vector Exploration Center through regular walkthroughs and ensuring a safe learning environment for community participants. Prepares materials for education, training, and community outreach workshops. Maintains records and submits monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on community and engagement activities related to the responsibilities of the Health Educator position. Performs other duties as assigned, including special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event.
- Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Entomology, Biology, or other science-related fields from an accredited university; and One (1) year community outreach experience. Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office. Must be able to write neat, concise, and accurate reports. Must be willing to work flexible hours, work after hours, and weekends. NOTE: To qualify for this position, required experience, education, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the Hiring Department for consideration. Preferences A thorough knowledge of Education and Environmental Science with specialization in Mosquito Biology and the resulting impact of mosquito-borne disease on Public Health.
- Job Number
- 185