Health Educator jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Associate’s Degree in public health or closely related field; AND one (1) year of health education experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires successful completion of a background check; must possess or have the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card within 3 months of hire; must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license is required. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of required training program. 

Knowledge of: County policies and procedures; basic health care and community health education as relates to the program(s); health promotion and disease prevention; community resources for appropriate referrals.
 
Skill in: Speaking to clients of varying backgrounds; communicating complex ideas in clear, understandable terms; public speaking; using computers and software; communicating both verbally and in writing; proper health care techniques; recognizing and reporting patient health status; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other  agencies and the public; following written and verbal instructions; communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
 
Ability to: Read and interpret documents such as policies and procedures; write reports and correspondence; use modern office equipment and computers; lift at least 5 to 25 lbs.; communicate effectively verbally and written; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
 
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing.  Working at a computer monitor for extended periods required. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and may have risk of exposure to communicable diseases.