Health Education Specialist I/Ii - Family Support Navigator

DEFINITION

Health Education Specialist I/II

• Family Support Navigator

First 5 Humboldt is a local government agency devoted to championing the rights and needs of our county's families. We believe that the strength of our community is powerfully linked to the health of our youngest residents and those who care for them. This position is part of our family support team, which works to connect families with resources and provide parent education. Experience working with families is important and is acceptable in place of the recommended education requirements. Bilingual in Spanish and English is strongly preferred.

Please note:

• Both part-time and full-time employment may be available.

• Please click on this link for the Job Duties Statement for Family Support Navigator.

What You'll Do:

• Work with community partners to promote healthy pregnancies and family wellness

• Serve families using the protective factors framework

• Provide resources to families and referrals to appropriate services such as preventative services, early intervention, medical, mental health, and other community services

• Offer regular training to parents/caregivers

Where You'll Do It:

First 5 Humboldt

325 2nd Street, Suite 201

Eureka, CA 95501

A typical schedule for this position is Monday

• Friday, 8:30am

• 5pm with a 30-minute lunch break.

Under general supervision, plans and conducts special and continuing health education programs; performs related work as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Health Education Specialist I is the entry level class of this health education series. Incumbents are assigned health education activities in a less complex, single component program or under more immediate supervision while learning the more skilled and complex work. As experience is gained, duties become more diversified and are performed under more general supervision. This class is alternately staffed with Health Education Specialist II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher level class.

Health Education Specialist II is the journey level class in this series, fully competent to perform a wide range of health education duties.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Plans, implements and evaluates public health education and disease prevention programs.

• Assists administrative and supervisory personnel in the planning, conduct and evaluation of health education aspects of departmental programs.

• Works with various community groups and organizations to encourage an interest in public health.

• Advises departmental personnel on the use of educational materials and techniques and the use of community resources.

• Organizes special health education programs, conferences, meetings and speaker's bureaus on health topics.

• Prepares periodic reports of educational program performance for grant funding; files grant reports with state or other granting agency.

• Performs individual health counseling for members of the public who have the disease or condition that is the subject of the health education program.

• Prepares publicity materials including news releases, pamphlets, newsletters and bulletins to publicize and explain health services and programs.

• Prepares educational materials for meetings and training sessions.

• Reviews published materials for readability and suitability for the department's acquisition and maintains a stock of educational materials for distribution.

• Prepares and maintains reports and other documentation of health education program activities.

• Maintains current knowledge of health education topics and issues and recommends improvements as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public health administration particularly related to public health education program implementation and teaching.

• Principles and practices of program management including development, funding, grant proposal and budget monitoring and program evaluation.

• Applicable County, state and federal guidelines and laws affecting public health education programs.

• Methods and procedures for evaluating program quality and effectiveness.

• Methods for collecting and compiling demographic and biostatistical information and data.

• Chronic diseases and disease prevention methods.

Skill in:

• Developing, implementing and coordinating public health education programs.

• Utilizing demographic and biostatistical data and information to evaluate community health education needs.

• Exercising sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines.

• Identifying program funding sources and preparing grant proposal applications.

• Evaluating the effectiveness of public health education programs and making sound recommendations for improvements.

• Representing the County in contacts with County officials,community and other agencies and the public.

• Preparing clear, concise and complete reports and other written correspondence.

• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with County and departmental staff, community agencies and the public.

Other Requirements:

Must possess a valid California driver's license.

For specified assignments in the Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Program, incumbent must possess valid International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Certification.

Desirable Education and Experience:

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above is:

Health Education Specialist I: Equivalent to possession of a Master's degree with major coursework in health program education or a closely related field.

Health Education Specialist II: In addition to the above, one year of experience in performing health education activities at a level equivalent to the County's class of

Health Education Specialist I.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EMPLOYEE PERKS

For information about County benefits, visit our benefits webpage: https://humboldtgov.org/2492/Employee-Benefits.

For details about employee perks, see our Employee Perks flyer: https://humboldtgov.org/DocumentCenter/View/115226/Employee-Perks-Flyer-.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does it take to fill out the application?

• You should allow 30 - 45 minutes to fill out your application.

Can I change my application after submitting it?

• You may only submit one application per day.

• You may submit an edited application after waiting at least one day from your initial submission.

• Only the most recent application submitted will be considered. All other applications will be archived.

How long until I hear back from you?

• You can expect to hear back from Human Resources about 3 - 4 weeks after the closing date listed on the job posting.

How can I check for updates on my application?

• You can log into your Government Jobs account and review current information regarding any application you have submitted.

Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview?

• Yes, you will be informed if you are not selected for an interview.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The County Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC, Disabled Persons, Veterans, LGBTQIA+ community members, etc.) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the position. In recognition of these structural and systemic factors, the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways - oftentimes, outside of formal institutions - and strives to take a holistic approach to in assessing an applicant's qualifications for a position.

If you're excited about this role but your past work experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for. Applications must be submitted online through the County's automated application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/humboldtcountyca no later than the final filing date listed on the job flyer. All applications are screened by both Human Resources staff and may be screened by additional subject matter experts. The most qualified candidates may then be invited for further testing.

It is important that your application shows all the relevant experience and education you possess. Human Resources staff does not consider or review resumes or attachments.

Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process. Your performance in any employment examinations will be compared with the performance of others who take the tests. All candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.

CalPERS RETIREMENT PROGRAM

Employees fall into one of the following tiers based on the date you first start working for the County or any other employer that uses CalPERS for retirement.

• Tier I - Prior to 7/5/2012: 2.7% @ 55
• Tier II - Post 7/6/2012: 2% @ 55
• Tier III - Post 1/1/2013: 2% @ 62

If this is your first job with a CalPERS employer, you'd be in Tier III.

• 2% means that for every year you work for the County, you will receive 2% of your maximum annual pay rate for every year that you work for us (or other CalPERS employers) if you work the required minimum number of years (that's called vesting) and retire after the age following the @.

• If you work 20 years and retire at 62 years of age, you will receive 20 x 2% or 40% of your maximum annual pay rate every year in retirement payments.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

The County runs its hiring on a set of rules to ensure that it is fair. Hiring and promotion are based on performance and having the best qualifications for the job. "Examination" doesn't always mean taking a test, sometimes it just means how we compare your application to others who have applied, and an "oral examination" means a scored and structured interview.

POLICY OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The County of Humboldt does not discriminate based on mental or physical disability in the admission or access to, treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. The Human Resources Department is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse, which has an accessible entrance on 4th Street. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 476-2349 well in advance of the examination to request an accommodation.

The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION

A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.

OTHER EXAMINATIONS

Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.

LICENSES

Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver's license.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six (6) months but could be up to one (1) year. All designated safety employees serve a one-year probationary period.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

It is the County's intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment, you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS

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

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.