Child Care Health Consultant 5745 - Public Health Educator II

Pima County AZ
US - Arizona - Tucson
July 3, 2024

Salary: $43,902.00 - $59,267.00 Annually

Location : Tucson, AZ

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2024-01079

Department: Health

Division: HD FTF-CCHC

Opening Date: 07/05/2024

Closing Date: 7/19/2024 11:59 PM Arizona

FLSA: Exempt

Position DescriptionSalary Grade: 7Pay Range:Hiring Range: $43,902 - $51,584 Annually
Full Range: $43,902 - $59,267 AnnuallySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

The Pima County Health Department is currently in search of a skilled Public Health Educator II to join our team as a Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC). In this grant-funded role, you will undergo comprehensive training aligned with the curriculum of the National Training Institute for Child Care Health Consultants. We are looking for individuals with expertise in promoting the health and safety of children within childcare environments.
Duties/Responsibilities

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
• Leads the development of comprehensive health education programs, curricula, and materials tailored to diverse populations and community needs;
• Collaborates with program coordinators and manager to design evidence-based educational content and strategies;
• Plans and facilitates health education sessions, workshops, and presentations in various community settings, ensuring that content aligns with program goals and objectives;
• Utilizes advanced teaching methods to engage participants, encourage behavior change, and promote health literacy;
• Creates, reviews, and updates educational resources, pamphlets, multimedia materials, and digital content;
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and local agencies to enhance health education program reach and effectiveness;
• Takes a lead role in community outreach, building awareness of public health issues, available resources, and healthy behaviors;
• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior health educators;
• Offers training and professional development opportunities to build capacity within the team;
• May supervise health education program staff.
Minimum Qualifications

1) A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND one year of experience providing health education.

OR

2) Three years of experience with Pima County as a Community Health Worker II, Public Health Navigator, or Public Health Educator I.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

Experience working in and/or providing consultation to early care and education settings including childcare homes.
Minimum one (1) year experience in a public health setting.
Bilingual (English/Spanish - verbal, written, and reading).

Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application ValidAZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pima County provides access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for eligible employees and has an award-winning wellness program. Our plan is designed to ensure a high level of coverage and financial protection. Read more about our benefits program by

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Are you willing to accept a grant-funded position?

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Are you Bilingual (English/Spanish)?

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