Senior Clinical Education Coordinator Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4590628) Apply Senior Clinical Education Coordinator Salary $2,400.94 - $2,598.96 BiweeklyLocation 9250 Kirby Dr.Job TypeFull TimeJob Number34444DepartmentHouston Health DepartmentDivisionHHD - Office of Chronic DiseaseOpening Date07/23/2024Closing Date7/30/2024 11:59 PM Central
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POSITION OVERVIEWApplications Accepted From: All Persons InterestedPN: 34444Division/Section: Human Services/Office of Chronic Disease, Health Education and WellnessWorkdays & Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Subject to ChangeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Houston Health Department seeks dynamic candidates that will fill the role of the Senior Health Education Coordinator for Public Health Education Unit Programs. The Senior Health Education Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating community-based and clinic patient health education and health promotion initiatives. Essential duties include:
Supervise health education programming implementation in assigned area. Schedule and review work, train and evaluate employees.
Develop, administer, and supervise the implementation of patient and community health education services and programs; evaluates community and Health Department response and impact; compiles statistical data; recommends improvements.
Apply appropriate health behavior theories and evidence-based models to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate health education and health promotion programming in clinic and community-based settings.
Develop and interpret culturally and linguistically appropriate content for health education materials, visual aids, presentations, interactive demonstrations for one-on-one, group classes and social media settings. Content includes but is not limited to hypertension prevention and management, weight management, tobacco use prevention and cessation, stress management and life modification, and national health observances.
Conduct health promotion programming including providing specialized health information, knowledge and skills to various target populations and the general public through community-based, clinic-based and web-based platforms.
Establish and maintain close working relationships with internal staff, community-based and private sector organizations to coordinate and perform health education and health promotion activities.
Coordinates departmental activities and projects with educators, inter-agency divisions, and other entities.
Designs evaluation tools and appropriate research methodology for data collection, analysis and compilation.
Evaluation tasks including but are not limited to applying and adapting appropriate data collection instruments, collecting and managing data, preparing reports and participating in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
Provides assessment reports on health care education, staff development and community education services.
Utilize various inter-disciplinary, communication and marketing techniques to promote and disseminate actionable health and wellness information and advocate for health equity.
Maintain health education supplies, inventory, and assets.
Serves as a subject matter expert and consultant on the topic of Chronic Diseases, prevention and self-management.
WORKING CONDITIONSThe position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION REQUIREMENTSRequires a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, Health Education, Biology, Medical Technology or related field.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSFour (4) years of experience in Public Health Nursing, Health Education, Biology, Medical Technology or a related field such as Medical Social Work are required.A Master's degree in Health Education, Medical Technology, Public Health Nursing or Biology and two (2) years of related work experience may be substituted for the above requirements.LICENSE REQUIREMENTSNONEPREFERENCESPreference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
3-5 years of experience working in the sub-areas of nutrition, physical activity, diabetes, heart disease, tobacco cessation, and/or stress management
Directly related professional experience in Health Education, Social Work, Nutrition, Exercise Science, Fitness, and Recreation preferred
Master’s degree in Public (MPH)
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®)
Experience planning and implementing health programs and producing planning technical documents such as action plans, logic models, workflows, and/or program proposals.
Experience with recruiting participants into health programs.
Experience using Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint or Adobe Suite in generating flyers, materials, correspondence, reports, presentations
GENERAL INFORMATIONSELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED No. However, the department may administer a skills selection test.SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YESIf yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.SALARY INFORMATION GRANT FUNDSGrants & Special fund positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classificationPAY GRADE: 20APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-4882.If you need special services or accommodations, call (832-393-4882). (TTY 7-1-1)If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.EEO Equal Employment OpportunityThe City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.Benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Wellness Life insurance Long-term disability Retirement pension 457 deferred compensation plan Employee Assistance Program 10 days of vacation each year 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday Flexible schedules Professional development opportunities Transportation/parking plan Section 125 pretax deductions Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan Healthcare Flexible Spending AccountFor plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
High School Diploma or GED
Associate's Degree in Nursing, Health Education, Biology, Medical Technology or related field.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Health Education, Biology, Medical Technology or related field.
Master's degree or above in Nursing, Health Education, Biology, Medical Technology or related field.
None of the above
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Please indicate your level of experience in Public Health Nursing, Health Education, Biology, Medical Technology or a related field such as Medical Social Work?
Less than 2 years
At least 2 years but no more than 4 years
At least 4 years but no more than 6 years
At least 6 years but no more than 8 years
8 years or more
No experience
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Do you hold a CHES, MCHES or CPT certification?
Yes
No
In Progress
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If you selected yes to question #4 please indicate which certification you have obtained below.
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Please indicate languages, other than English, in which you are fluent (reading, writing, and/or speaking). Check all that apply:
Spanish
Chinese
Vietnamese
Arabic
French
Other Languages
I am not bilingual
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Are you available and willing to work evenings and weekends? (On Occasions per month based on community need)
Yes
No
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How many years of professional experience do you have in academic, training, or assessing community and patient health education needs, gaps, and availability of resources.
Less than 1 year
At least 1 year but less than 3 years
3 years or more
No Experience
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Describe your academic, training, or experience related to chronic disease prevention and self-management. (Check all that applies)
I have completed a degree and additional trainings related to chronic disease, health education, or public health
I have experience coordinating with volunteers for community-wide campaigns and social media engagement
I have experience providing community-wide trainings, evidence-based workshops, and webinars
I have experience conducting group presentations and classes, and health coaching
I have experience developing chronic disease education materials
No experience or academic training in this area
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How many years of professional experience do you have directly in community-based or patient health education or health promotion?
Less than 1 year
At least 1 year but less than 3 years
At least 3 years but less than 5 years
5 years or more
No Experience
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Describe your level of proficiency working with database systems to track counts such as spreadsheets, google forms, Qualtrics, Smartsheets, and others. (Skills test may be administered)
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Expert
No Experience
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