Public Health Associate III

The Department of Library Services has an immediate opening for one (1) at -will, unclassified part-time, Public Health Associate III. Under the supervision of a Senior Librarian the incumbent will assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of mental health library programs for teens at neighborhood libraries. The Public Health Associate III will provide services and activities focused on the mental health of youth between the ages of 12-24 in a public library setting. This position is located at the Billie Jean King Main Library, located at 200 W. Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90802.

• Facilitates library programs for teens that have a focus on mental health, wellness, and self-care such as art therapy, book clubs, and mental health first aid; 

• Works with Teen Services Librarians to help create well-rounded mental health collections for teens at neighborhood libraries;  

• Provides drop-in "office hours" for teens and parents to share mental health information and resources; 

• Disseminates mental health information to staff and the public;

• Connects teens and their families to partner organizations that offer wraparound services as needed.

• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Four (4) years full-time professional experience in a specialized public health setting, such as social work, registered nursing, nutrition, phlebotomy, physician's assistance, chemistry, clinical technology or public health GIS. Education may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis* 

• A valid driver's license or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel may be required for some assignments.

• Required documents, such as transcripts must be uploaded to the online application in PDF format at the time of filing. Any documents submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the document. Proof of education for academic degrees should indicate the type of degree and date of degree conferral. Candidates who possess degrees or units from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual in Spanish; 

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends; 

• Excellent organization skills; 

• Ability to work, adapt, and supervise in a changing library environment; 

• Ability to effectively evaluate and utilize the Internet, online databases, and computer software; 

• Experience working with teen and emerging adult population; 

• Experience working with health education programs; and, 

• Experience creating program curriculum and documentation

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL DEMONSTRATE

• Ability to ensure the library space is welcoming to all, and patrons are following library rules

• Ability to learn, interpret, retain, and communicate complex information

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and procedures

• Ability to maintain accurate records and files

• Ability to work effectively with a variety of people by consistently exercising tact, good judgment, and a proactive, problem-solving communication style

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, printers, and copiers

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on June 25, 2024. To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, and proof of education (if qualifying with a degree) in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration.

Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-6044.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call  (562) 570-6044.

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public. This information is available in an alternative format by request at the agency contact on the bulletin. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the agency two (2) business days prior to the test, if applicable.

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