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MyFlorida HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64086454 in OCALA, Florida
HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64086454
Date: Jul 3, 2024
Location:
OCALA, FL, US, 34471
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Requisition No: 832568
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64086454
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64086454
Salary: $39,000.00 - $40,500.00
Posting Closing Date: 07/10/2024
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OPEN COMPETITIVE
Your Specific Responsibilities:
The employee will provide evidence-based curriculum to Marion County residents on nutrition, physical activity, and diabetes.
The employee will submit reports and adhere to all budget allocations by ordering and submitting purchasing orders for annual budgets. The employee will develop/utilize approved educational materials/teaching tools pertinent to promoting healthy eating and an active lifestyle. These materials will be disseminated through classes, community events, promotional campaigns, presentation, etc. Employee will need to travel to community events and outreach.
Plan and coordinate healthy decision-making community efforts, including developing partnerships, programs and initiatives geared toward meeting the needs of Marion County individuals to maximize their health and wellness.
Represents the Department of Health at community meetings and serves on councils, and task forces in a positive, professional manner. Actively follows program topics across state and national level for trends.
Serve as a community outreach liaison for the Department of Health, with the objective of improving public health outcomes for Marion County residents, in alignment with the Community Health Improvement Plan
Other duties as assigned: to include shelter duty and participation in special departmental events.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication
Knowledge of the principles and practices of community health education.
Knowledge of basic public health marketing principles.
Skills in operating a personal computer.
Ability to develop and deliver health education and community development services to others.
Ability to communicate effectively - oral and written.
Ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs, including Work, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Publisher.
Ability to design and produce health promotion and public health educational materials.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community partners and others.
Ability to operate audiovisual equipment.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing 30 lbs. or more – unassisted.
Qualifications:
Minimum -
Experience teaching youth or adults
Experience working with community partners
Experience working in chronic disease/nutrition
Preferred -
Bilingual
Bachelor degree in a related field
Ability to translate professionally to clients
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
Marion County Health Department
1801 SE 32nd Ave Ocala Florida 34471
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .
Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market:Ocala