Health Educator 2- SOM: Public Health Sciences

Full Time
Davis, CA 95616
Posted
Job description
The Department of Public Health Sciences (PHS) is a large complex research, teaching, and clinical department that is part of the UC Davis School of Medicine and UC Davis Health. The mission of the Department is to improve the health of the population using approaches based in epidemiology, biostatistics, economics, and behavioral science through research, educational programs, clinical programs, public service, and policy development.

At UC Davis, we are solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we do not just maintain – we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected .
Job Summary
Final Filing Date
04/06/2023


Salary Range
$25.77-$48.95


Salary Frequency
Hourly


Appointment Type
Career


Percentage of Time
100%


Shift Hour
8 hours


Location
Cannery Business Park (This position may be eligible for a hybrid remote work opportunity.)


City
Sacramento


Union Representation
No


Benefits Eligible
Yes


We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.
THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY
Responsibilities
This is a fulltime, career position. Under the direction of the study site PIs and supervised by the Health Education Supervisor 2, this position serves as a Health Educator for the Greater Sacramento Women’s Brain Health Program (GROW). The GROW Program, centered in Oak Park and surrounding areas, will offer community health education and research opportunities for women of color, who are among the groups at the highest risk of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related dementias. The study will generate data and seek to answer important questions regarding how and why disparities in rates of AD exist in women of color and provide direct evidence on how to address these inequities in the community.

The Health Educator 2, in collaboration with the Director of Community Outreach, Health Educator 3, and GROW leadership will be responsible for conducting health education presentations and driving community outreach and engagement for GROW.

This position may be a hybrid remote work opportunity.
Required Qualifications
  • Valid California Drivers License
  • Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, exercise science, psychology, public health, communications and/or equivalent experience, education, and training
  • Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Working knowledge of the health promotion and education field
  • Demonstrated skills with both the development and delivery of health education curriculum and services
  • Demonstrated ability to create engaging engagement/recruitment/education materials and/or presentations
  • Working knowledge and skills to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills to communicate with older adults to develop and maintain a good working rapport; effective skills needed to work with a diverse community and professional groups
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
  • Ability to acquire and be flexible to analyze, interpret and respond to client needs
  • Knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care and behavior change
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain positive and cooperative attitude even during unexpected schedule, priority or program changes and retain effectiveness and professionalism
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  • Ability to drive or travel to attend community and outreach events as needed
  • Must be flexible and available to attend presentations in the greater Sacramento area outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends
  • Computer skills and experience with database programs for the effective management of outreach and research data
Applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of and familiarity with community groups and community health clinics in the Greater Sacramento area
  • Bilingual in Spanish
Special Requirements
  • This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
  • The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

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