JOB SUMMARY

Under general direction, plans, implements and coordinates specialized public health programs in wellness and health promotion.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

1. Plans, implements, and coordinates assigned health programs (e.g., tobacco control, family planning, AIDS education, child health, and disability prevention programs).

2.Conducts community needs assessments for the purpose of health program planning.

3.Assists with preparing grant applications, comprehensive reports, and various correspondence.

4.Designs and delivers health education programs for specific groups such as human service providers, health care providers, and the general public.

5.Designs and distributes appropriate health education materials such as pamphlets, flyers, and posters.

6.Helps conduct outreach programs to meet goals and objectives of specific plans.

7.Assesses and counsel's clients in areas such as diet, health promotion, and behavior change.

8.Assists with case management for selected high-risk individuals.

9.Provides extensive coordination and collaboration with area social service agencies serving target populations.

10.Designs appropriate health education curriculums.

11.Maintains up-to-date referral systems for a variety of programs.

12.Provides consultation, advice, networking and support services to county and community organizations as appropriate.

13.Aides in gathering information and statistical data; performs research and conducts

14.Helps to prepare and publish newsletters or other educational materials for purposes of community education and promotion of community programs.

15.Helps to prepare news releases and special features on assigned health topics.

16.Helps to prepare comprehensive reports related to program operations and activities.

17.Develops and implements evaluation tools to measure and program effectiveness.

18.Operates a computer to enter, modify and review data.

19.Reviews various documentation and processes, forwards, or takes other action as appropriate.

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II-

The following duties are normal for this position.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other related duties may be required and assigned.

1. Plans, implements, and coordinates assigned health programs (e.g., tobacco control, family planning, AIDS education, child health, and disability prevention programs).
2. Conducts community needs assessments for the purpose of health program planning.
3. Prepares grant applications, comprehensive reports, and various correspondence.
4. Designs and delivers health education programs for specific groups such as human service providers, health care providers, and the general public.
5. Designs and distributes appropriate health education materials such as pamphlets, flyers, and posters.
6. Conducts outreach programs to meet goals and objectives of specific plans.
7. Assesses and counsel's clients in areas such as diet, health promotion, and behavior change.
8. Provides case management for selected high-risk individuals.
9. Provides extensive coordination and collaboration with area social service agencies serving target populations.
10. Designs appropriate health education curriculums.
11. Maintains up-to-date referral systems for a variety of programs.
12. Provides consultation, advice, networking and support services to county and community organizations as appropriate.
13. Gathers information and statistical data; performs research and conducts studies; and disseminates educational information.
14. Prepares and publishes newsletters or other educational materials for purposes of community education and promotion of community programs.
15. Prepares news releases and special features on assigned health topics.
16. Prepares comprehensive reports related to program operations and activities.
17. Develops and implements evaluation tools to measure and program effectiveness.
18. Operates a computer to enter, modify and review data.
19. Reviews various documentation and processes, forwards, or takes other action as appropriate.

 EXAMPLES OF MARGINAL DUTIES

1.  Maintains departmental files and records.
2. Maintains inventory of departmental supplies, initiates requests for new or replacement materials.
3. Answers the telephone and provides information.
4. Responds to requests for information or assistance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Knowledge of:

The principles and practices necessary to plan, implement and coordinate specialized public health programs; the functions and purposes of public, private and volunteer health agencies, and other resources; the principles, methods and materials of public health education and appropriate channels of public information, public relations, and community needs; research techniques; statistical methods, principles and practices; grant development; basic mathematics; standard office equipment and audio/visual equipment; and basic computer applications and techniques. 

Ability to:

Plan, implement, and coordinate the diverse activities in public health programs; prepare public health informational materials and news releases;; understand and accept differences in human behavior resulting from cultural, financial or other forms of deprivation; establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with public and private health agencies, staff members, and the general public; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; speak effectively in public; prepare clear and concise reports; maintain accurate records; operate standard office equipment and audio/visual equipment; operate a motor vehicle; and utilize various software programs relevant to the position. 

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to completion of core course work from an accredited college or university in public health, community health education, or closely related field or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II

Knowledge of:
The principles and practices necessary to plan, implement and coordinate specialized public health programs; the functions and purposes of public, private and volunteer health agencies, and other resources; the principles, methods and materials of public health education and appropriate channels of public information, public relations, and community needs; research techniques; statistical methods, principles and practices; grant development; basic mathematics; standard office equipment and audio/visual equipment; and basic computer applications and techniques.

Ability to:
Plan, implement, and coordinate the diverse activities in public health programs; prepare public health informational materials and news releases; define problem areas and collect, interpret, and evaluate data; define and recommend solutions or alternatives; understand and accept differences in human behavior resulting from cultural, financial or other forms of deprivation; establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with public and private health agencies, staff members, and the general public; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; speak effectively in public; prepare clear and concise reports; maintain accurate records; operate standard office equipment and audio/visual equipment; operate a motor vehicle; and utilize various software programs relevant to the position.

Education and Experience:
Equivalent to completion of core course work from an accredited college or university in public health, community health education, or closely related field and one year of professional or administrative work experience. Additional related education or training may be substituted for the required one year of experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential Duties require the following physical skills and work requirements:
Requires the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work involving moving from one area of the office to another. Requires ability to transport educational materials to various sites (e.g., projectors, VCR's, etc.). Requires ability to work on weekends or odd hours. 

Disaster Service Workers: 
All Sutter County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and/or County.

License or Certificate:
This classification may require a valid California driver’s license. Positions assigned to WIC Program are required to obtain Competent Professional Authority certification through WIC following date of hire.

Recruitment Process
 The recruitment process for this position includes completing an application, successfully passing a written exam, participating in oral interview(s).  Please notify the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date for this position if you believe you have a disability, which would make it difficult to participate in any portion of the recruitment process and would require reasonable accommodation. Sutter County reserves the right to require medical documentation concerning the need for accommodation. Offers of employment are contingent upon investigation of employment history, references, drug testing, medical review/exam and fingerprinting in addition to other appropriate requirements of the position.

NOTE: Sutter County utilizes E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of employees to work in the United States.

The County of Sutter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Sutter County encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Agency Information

Employer

Sutter County Human Resources

Address

1160 Civic Center Blvd., Ste. B








Yuba City, California, 95993

Phone

530-822-7113

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/SutterCounty