HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64006987

Requisition No: 884891

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64006987

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64006987

Salary: $22.00-$22.65 hourly

Posting Closing Date: 11/16/2026

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Health Educator Consultant, Position No. 64006987

Open Competitive Salary: $22.00- $22.65 per Hour

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The Health Educator Consultant position is a highly motivated, responsible, and independent position within the Florida Department of Health in Okeechobee County and is responsible for planning, conducting, facilitating, and reporting on all outreach activities, training sessions, community partnership collaborations, and submitting multiple programmatic workplan deliverables pertaining to local health promotion and education related programs such as, but not limited to, Healthy Communities of Florida, Florida Healthy Babies, and the Health Liaison program of the Office of Minority Health. The health education subject matter relates to the following topics and/or topics indicated by specific programmatic office and/or direct Supervisor: chronic disease prevention and promotion of best practices and/or evidence-based strategies; unintentional and intentional injury prevention and promotion of best practices and/or evidence-based strategies; health disparities prevention and promotion of best practices and/or evidence-based strategies; and infant mortality prevention and promotion of best practices and/or evidence-based strategies. Internal and external community partnership engagement is highly important for this position to effectively collaborate and support new and/or established efforts, projects, and initiatives with the overall aligned goal to improve public health outcomes and quality of life for those residing in Okeechobee, Florida.

Responsible for aligning conducted work to the respective programmatic workplans. Responsible for promoting, maintaining, and improving individual and/or community health by assisting individuals and communities to adopt best practices to achieve optimum health and improve quality of life. Responsible for local health promotion, educational activities such as outreach events, and trainings in chronic disease awareness and prevention which includes, though not limited to, cancer, obesity, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, hypertension, and chronic lower respiratory disease. Responsible for local health promotion, educational activities such as outreach events, and trainings pertaining to, though not limited to, healthy nutrition and physical activity, water safety, car seat safety, hot car safety, infant safe sleep, and other priority health topics identified by specific programmatic office and/or direct Supervisor. Responsible for completing the Child Passenger Safety Technician certification course training and maintaining an active Technician status. Must adhere to current state communications branding guidelines and procedures when developing public facing materials.

Responsible for completing respective programmatic deliverables and submitting reports containing narrative and quantitative data as well as supportive documentation in a timely manner based on deadlines provided. Prepares content materials and facilitates the Okeechobee County Quality of Life Taskforce meetings. Routinely attends and participates in community, departmental, regional, and statewide meetings that align with programming workplans as required and/or directed by Supervisor.

Serves as a community liaison regarding health promotion related subject matter, linkage to care and resources, and data requests. Compiles and routinely updates a community partner and resource list.

Conducts research, compiles and analyzes ongoing data from creditable sources, such as FLHealthCHARTS, pertaining to community health needs and barriers in order to support program planning and implementation as well as building next steps towards improving community health and quality of life. Assists with the development of the Community Health Assessment (CHA) to protect, promote, and improve community health. Is familiar with the goals and objectives of the State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) and aligns respective workplan activities to it.

Adheres to the established Department of Health policies and procedures. Provides support in departmental and organizational quality improvement, strategic, and worksite wellness planning and activities. May assist with researching and/or writing grants to augment health education funding as needed. May assist in ordering materials and supplies as needed. Must complete all required trainings.

Reports to Supervisor to notify them of issues or anything that may become a potential problem and provides recommended resolutions. Performs other duties and responsibilities as directed by Supervisor and provides information requested by Supervisor and/or County Health Department Administrator.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Working knowledge of computers and proficiency in Microsoft suite applications

- Knowledge in health promotion theory and application

- Ability to compile, organize, and analyze data

- Ability to develop, plan, and implement programs

- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments

- Ability to develop professional reports containing narrative summaries and quantitative data.

- Ability to utilize critical thinking and problem-solving techniques

- Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision

- Ability to work in a team-setting

- Able to take direction; accepts constructive criticism and implement suggestions for quality improvement and overall program effectiveness

- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

- Ability to review data and reports for accuracy and completeness

- Ability to handle telephone calls and emails in a courteous and professional manner

- Ability to develop and sustain professional working relationships with coworkers, key community partners, and others

- Ability to interpret and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

- Ability to utilize multiple approaches when learning or teaching new things

- Ability to prepare and deliver professional presentations and trainings to a variety of audiences; public speaking

- Ability to work evenings and weekends

- Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time

- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing 25+ pounds

- Ability to work indoors and outdoors

- Ability to analyze effectiveness of programs and identify resources or adjustments needed to meet the needs, goals, and/or objectives of the programs

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

1728 NW 9th Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;

- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;

- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;

- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

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- Flexible Spending Accounts;

- Tuition waivers;

- And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's V ALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.