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Public Health Educator Nf3
- US Marine Corps (Twentynine Palms, CA)
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Summary Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. Responsibilities Assists the Health Promotion Director/Coordinator in education, development, and program implementation for the elements of the Semper Fit health promotion program to include: physical fitness and activity, injury prevention, nutrition, obesity and weight control, substance abuse, mental health, sexual behavior and disease management. Conducts educational training and informational briefs on health promotion elements to include physical fitness and activity, injury prevention, nutrition, obesity and weight control, substance abuse, mental health, sexual behavior and disease management. Assists in the development of lesson materials. Makes revisions for educational materials and blocks of instruction. Reviews materials for accuracy of information and conformance to regulations, directives and guidance. Coordinates with health officials and the Health Promotions Specialist/Coordinator to exchange information on health education training for the designated topics. Maintains awareness of technical changes in subject matter related to the health promotion program elements to update materials, and present accurate and appropriate content. Contacts appropriate subject matter experts and authorities and reviews references to gather proper educational content. Plans presentations, writes informational columns, and maintains bulletin boards and informational kiosks on the designated health promotions elements. Assists in coordination of the health promotion program in conjunction with experts from offices such Occupational Health, the Safety Office, and the Employee Assistance Program. May assist in establishing an annual calendar for scheduled activities in support of health promotion. May conduct fact finding contact with supervisors, NCOICs and unit commanders. Coordinates with health officials and the Health Promotions Specialist/Coordinator to exchange information on health education training and collaborate on promoting effective health and wellness programming. May obtain letters of appointment of Semper Fit Officers. May act as a member of local disease control committee. Establishes a collaborative network to implement and promote health promotion programs/activities at the unit level. Answers telephones and receives visitors to provide assistance in response to inquiries. Refers callers to appropriate contacts depending on subject matter. Participates in coordination of arrangements for events such as informational briefs, health promotion activities, and classes. Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Take action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required. Requirements Conditions of Employment See Duties and Qualifications EVALUATIONS: Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in public health, health promotion, health education, school health, community health or related health degree from an accredited college or university. Three years of experience within the public health industry. Shall possess health education certification from a nationally accredited certifying organization or be eligible to take the examination such as the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or the Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (PAPHS). Competence in public speaking, professional writing for public awareness and computer literacy. Certification in CPR and first Aid, or ability to become certified within the first six months of employment. Education Additional Information Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status. SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation. GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp. As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made. Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS. This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce. Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card. IF APPLICABLE, INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION. ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
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