Berrien County Health Department is currently hiring for Health Educator to join our team in Benton Harbor or Niles Michigan! The Health Educator is responsible for the implementation and delivery of health education programs and curriculum. Assists with program and community needs assessments and evaluates program outcomes using data gathered from program participants. Participates in community collaborative efforts to improve community health outcomes by assisting individuals and communities to address root causes and make the healthy choice the easy choice.

The Mission of the Berrien County Health Department is to prevent disease, prolong life, protect the health of the community, and promote an optimal quality of life for the citizens of Berrien County.

Compensation:

· $43,566 - $56,776

Benefits:

career with the Berrien County Health Department provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a County Employee you and your family can have access to the following:

· Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance

· Dental and Vision Reimbursement or BCBS Insurance enrollment

· Employee Mental Health Assistance Program (EAP)

· Berrien County Pension/ Employee Retirement Plan

· 12 Paid Holidays per year

· Paid Time off

· Paid Sick Time

· Public Service Loan forgiveness

· Life Insurance

Job Responsibilities:

· Facilitates and delivers health education curriculum in a variety of settings to teach audiences about issue-specific health topics.

· Leads health education curriculum-specific assessments, collects data from audiences including questionnaires and surveys, and evaluates information using required data management systems.

· Seeks and maintains appropriate certifications, trainings, and required education to deliver health education curriculum with fidelity and according to department work plans.

· Actively participates in community coalitions to support health education programs; may provide staffing support to topic-specific community workgroup or coalition.

· Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with diverse individuals, organizations, and other professionals, including with schools, health and human service organizations, and community non-profits, to better coordinate and improve health programs and services.

· Assists in the maintenance of health education and education resources for use by other groups and employees of the Health Department.

· May coordinate special health projects, programs, and/or presentations for specific audiences or topics.

Qualifications:

-Education: Bachelor’s Degree in health education/promotion, community or public health, or a related educational field from a college or university of recognized standing.

Experience: None.

OR

Education: Associate’s Degree in health education/promotion, community or public health, or a related educational field from a college of recognized standing.

Experience: Two years of community outreach and/or education experience related to health promotion and

education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license and a vehicle is required.

In times of a public health emergency, may be required to report for specialized assigned duties inside or outside of Berrien County. Necessary certifications and/or completion of required trainings required for specific health education programs assigned.

For application, contact:

Berrien County Personnel

701 Main Street

St. Joseph, Michigan 49085

(269) 982-8616

http://www.berriencounty.org/581/Employment

Berrien County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,566.00 - $56,776.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person

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