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Genesee County

HEALTH EDUCATOR (HEALTH DEPARTMENT)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $28.42–$33.21/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Flint, MI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

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.

$54,792 / year median in Michigan

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Starting Pay:

$28.4245 Hourly ($59,123)

Step A:

$29.2942 Hourly ($60,932)

Step B:

$30.2005 Hourly ($62,817)

Step C:

$31.1413 Hourly ($64,774)

Step D:

$32.1563 Hourly ($66,885)

Step E:

$33.2077 Hourly ($69,072)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

: Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Public Health or Health Care (Health Care Education Option).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess valid Michigan driver's license. Must have vehicle available for use on County business. Flexibility and willingness to work irregular hours on weekdays and weekends.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

: Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

JOB SUMMARY

: Performs broad health education functions in assigned areas of responsibility; works independently under supervision; performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

: Plans, organizes and conducts health education programs throughout the County in generalized or specific programs. Develops, evaluates and distributes health information including press releases and other public health information materials. Assists in the development and administration of in-service education programs for health department employees. Consults with community organizations in the development and administration of specialized health education programs. Works with school administrators and teachers in the development, improvement and furthering of health education in school systems. Maintains health education information and educational resources for use by outside groups and employees of the health department. Works with individuals and groups in promoting positive health behavior. Prepares reports and maintains records as required. Please see the attached job description for more details.