Hourly Public Health Educator

We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
Hourly Public Health Educator (10478)

Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.
Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.

LOCATION: North Health Center
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Community Health - MCH
SALARY INFORMATION: $20.00 Hourly / Pay Grade TPW / Job Code T1001

Under general supervision, the Community Health Educator will play a key role in supporting activities aligned with grant-funded adolescent health and youth development initiatives. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and participating in outreach events; delivering accurate and age-appropriate health education; and facilitating evidence-based programming focused on risk reduction strategies. Core topics include teen pregnancy prevention, abstinence education, anti-bullying efforts, and other relevant areas of adolescent health and wellness.
TYPICAL TASKS:
•Lead Outreach & Engagement: Coordinate recruitment events, attend health fairs, and build relationships with community members and partners to expand program visibility and participation.
•Design & Execute Youth Programs: Plan and deliver adolescent health workshops, training, and outreach events especially during key Adolescent Health observance months.
•Facilitate Risk Reduction Curricula: Deliver state-approved health education programs focused on risk reduction strategies for youth in schools, community centers, and other relevant settings.
•Collect & Analyze Community Data: Administer digital surveys, manage data collection tools, and analyze feedback to measure program effectiveness and inform future initiatives.
•Collaborate & Report: Communicate regularly with local partners and agencies, attend internal training, and submit timely reports to county, state, and federal stakeholders.
•Must be available on some weekends.
•Can work up to 23 hours per week, with hours fluctuating due to involvement across two separate grant programs.

Bachelor's degree in education, social, behavioral, or biological sciences or a directly related field from an accredited college or university.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to applicants who:
•Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
•Bilingual, Spanish preferred.
•1–2 years of experience working with adolescents in a community-based or educational setting.
•Familiarity with evidence-based health promotion and youth risk reduction curricula.
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage in diverse communities.
•Experience with data collection, reporting, and working within grant-funded programs.
•Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, and other Microsoft Programs.

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.
Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.
Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov.
DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.