A Health Educator creates programs that are designed to teach people and motivate them to follow healthy behaviors. Works with individual patients and families in a health care settings, or develops campaigns and materials directed to larger groups such as college students. Organizes events like health screenings, trainings for peer educators or professionals, or incentive programs like weight loss challenges. May advise on public health policy.
Woodstock, IL Job Details Full-time $27.41 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Loan repayment program Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Program management Volunteer management Community Health Bachelor's degree
Health Education Full Job Description Division:
Community Health Health Educator - Full Time #910
JOB SUMMARY:
This position develops, implements and evaluates Chronic Disease prevention programs, including Illinois Tobacco Free Communities.
JOB FUNCTION
Develops, plans, organizes, implements and evaluates prevention initiatives within the Chronic Disease Program. Collaborates with outside agencies, organizations, schools and businesses to develop effective and sustainable policies and programs. The position will also assist with tracking of expenditures, prepare reports, attend meetings with community partners, complete evaluation methods, deliver presentations and support all activities related to Chronic Disease programs and grants.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BS in community health, health education or related field.
STARTING SALARY
$27.41/hour; Grade 7N.
HOURS 37.50
hours per week. All Health Department staff are required to be up to date on the Covid vaccination as determined by the CDC and IDPH, including all primary series doses and boosters, as a term and condition of employment with the Department. In addition, proof of all vaccines are mandatory for employment with the Health Dept., including the flu vaccine.
BENEFITS 4
Medical plans, 2 dental plans, 2 vision plans, and various supplemental plans.
Pension:
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Nationwide Retirement Solutions (457 and Roth457) plans Standard Life insurance policy with the option to buy up additional coverage for employee and dependents. Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and 14 paid holidays. McHenry County is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, Veteran status, or disability.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$27.41 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
