What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Educator - CPX34 position at Commonwealth of VA Careers?
Title: Health Educator - CBP
State Role Title: Education Support Services
Hiring Range: $15.41
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: CUMB PLATEAU-RUSSELL
Agency Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Cumberland Plateau Health District is seeking to fill a WAGE Health Educator position at its Russell County Health Department located in Lebanon, Virginia. The successful candidate will work with the Coordinator of Project Aim to implement an adult identity mentoring program designed to reduce risk behaviors among youth by providing them with the motivation to make smart choices. The Health Educators will provide 12 educational sessions for students in schools, in 6th – 8th grades.
Please note: Wage employees are limited to working no more than 29 hours per week on average over the course of 12 months. Wage employees do not have access to state benefits.
This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the SRAE grant for a one-year period ending September 30th of each year. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually and periodically thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant or non-general funds.
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and or in writing
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to understand, remain non-judgmental
Must take initiative and be able to work independently at various hours in community.
A valid State Driver’s License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.
Additional Considerations
Previous experience to include prevention education to individuals or groups
Experience with presentations
Ability to independently analyze situations, data and documentation
Teaching in a group environment
Counseling or case management
Training and experience in the principles and practice of motivational interviewing especially with adolescents
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.
Contact Information
Name: Karen Crutchfield - HR Analyst
Phone: Not Provided
Email: karen.crutchfield@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
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