JOB
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
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Organizes and implements public health education and prevention programs.
Counsels patients and provides referral assistance regarding methods to improve health.
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Assists in the preparation of grant proposals.
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Plans and conducts in-service health education and training programs.
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Maintains liaisons between the Health Department and other public and private agencies, community organizations, and professional groups.
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Assists in the preparation of marketing strategies and distributes health education materials.
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Participates in health education programs, conferences and community programs.
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Provides assistance to individuals and community groups to obtain health education and prevention information.
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Assists in the preparation of health education protocols for state mandated programs.
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Implements strategies to raise awareness of health issues.
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Responds to requests for information from the public.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Experience:
One (1) year of experience organizing, coordinating, and conducting Public Health education and prevention programs for health professionals, community groups, and individuals.
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in public or community health, social or behavioral health, nutrition, or closely related field (additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis).
License:
Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain.
SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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