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Health Educator (Emergency)

Position Description

Employees in this classification supports the program director by performing administrative duties related to planning, directing and coordinating both the academic and operational activities of the program. Serve as a liaison between our regional Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit (PEHSU), public health groups, promotoras, community health workers, and community members in EPA Region 6. Plan and implements health education programs designed to increase awareness and knowledge in a single person, group, or community setting. Responsible for participating in the planning, implementing, and evaluating of public health education related to the goals of this project. Work requires a great deal of contact with community members, and some work is performed after usual office hours. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on the accomplishment of assigned objectives and the overall effectiveness of the project. Existence of this position depends on availability for funding in the grant.

Requisition ID

33492BR

Work Location

El Paso

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Campus

HSC - El Paso

Department

Emergency Medicine Admin Elp

Major/Essential Functions

Works with the Regional Director and other grant staff to identify educational needs and opportunities in the community
Assists with grant-related projects including planning, scheduling, and training .to efficiently implement grant initiatives
Serves as a liaison between the grant and external groups to streamline communication
Develops and reviews educational materials and other documents as assigned for grant-related activities
Delivers live or virtual educational activities and maintains files for all projects and events
Performs other duties as required or assigned by the Assistant Director and Regional Director

Required Qualifications

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an approved accredited university in a field relevant to the work being conducted
At least one year of work experience demonstrating use of behavioral modification techniques in a group and individual setting

Preferred Qualifications

Work experience demonstrating health education practices, techniques, and principles
Two years public health experience; knowledge of modern health care technology, the methods, resources and standards thereof
Performs advanced, specialized work in the planning, conducting, and training of health professionals and community members to address children’s environmental health risks associated with COVID-19 and other environmental hazards
Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on the accomplishment of assigned objectives and the overall effectiveness of the project
Performs advanced, specialized work in the planning, conducting, and training of health professionals and community members to address children’s environmental health risks associated with COVID-19 and other environmental hazards
Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on the accomplishment of assigned objectives and the overall effectiveness of the project.

EEO Statement

As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

Yes

Job Group

Mid-level Other Admn

Job Expires

05/19/2023

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