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41669BR

Extended Job Title:

Health Educator

Org Level 1:

Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Position Description:

Employees in this classification conduct educational/behavioral groups and follow-up of patients throughout all phases of a comprehensive medically- supervised program. Employees in this classification receive limited supervision and work is evaluated based on progress toward a set of goals by immediate supervisor. May supervise student assistants and other clerical personnel. Work is performed under usual clinic and office conditions and requires a great deal of patient contact and contact with community resource people. Some work is performed after usual office hours. 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:

41669BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

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.

+ Represents the grant by providing information and education to the community during health fairs, virtual events, or other outreach activities for community members or other health care professionals.

+ Remains current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.

+ Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.).

+ Personally demonstrate, display and act in accordance with TTUHSC EPs Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Serve as a Values leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution.

+ Perform all other duties as assigned.

Grant Funded?:

Yes

Minimum Hire Rate:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Work Location:

El Paso

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.

Campus:

HSC - El Paso

Department:

Emergency Medicine Admin Elp

Required Attachments:

Resume / CV, Transcript

Job Type:

Full Time

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.

Job Group:

Mid-level Other Admn

Shift:

Day

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

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