Health Educator Associate

Salary : $62,256.48 - $74,387.04 Annually
Location : Santa Maria, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-3903-01 (O)
Department: Public Health
Opening Date: 10/29/2024
Closing Date: 11/5/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
SALARY
$29.93 - $35.76 Hourly
$5,188.04 - $6,198.92 Monthly
$62,256.48 - $74,387.04 Annually
Bilingual allowance, when applicable
The Public Health Department is accepting applications to fill one (1) full-time bilingual (English/Spanish) Health Education Associate position at the Santa Maria Health Care Center that will homebased in Santa Maria but will require travel throughout the County
We are also accepting applications to establish an employment list for future Full-Time, Part-Time, and Extra Help (temporary) and *1414 vacancies for Health Education Associates throughout Santa Barbara County.
* 1414 vacancies may occur as a result of a leave of absence (Civil Service Rule 1414) and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on leave. A person who is appointed to a position under Civil Service Rule 1414 may be able to transition into a regular position in the classification without re-application or re-testing, depending on the performance of the appointee and the needs of the department.
Please be sure to indicate on your application all of the locations you are willing to accept employment for current and future vacancies. If you qualify for this position and pass the required selection steps, your name will be sent to the hiring manager(s) of the vacancy location(s) you have expressed you are willing to work.
BENEFITS : The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. Click on the Benefits Tab above or CLICK HERE to view more information.
In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards for an advanced vacation accrual rate

THE POSITION
Under direction, assists professional staff with planning, conducting, and coordinating public health education programs for the Public Health Department; and performs related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Incumbents will learn to conduct public health education classes and will assist with other program activities in a specialized area, such as dental disease prevention, obstetrics, tobacco prevention, car passenger safety, animal regulation, and AIDS services.
Health Education Associate is distinguished from Health Education Associate, Senior by the Senior's additional responsibility for assisting a health professional with program administrative functions.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will possess:

• Experience educating clients and/or groups about complex health education issues.
• Experience working with individuals that have diverse cultural backgrounds.
• The ability to deliver health education in a culturally and linguistically sensitive manner.
• Knowledge providing long-term case management and linkages to medical, social, and community resources.
• Skills working independently and the ability to manage multiple priorities related to the coordination of care.
• Excellent Microsoft Office Suite proficiency on a tablet to present to patients.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to speak, read and write fluently in English and Spanish.

THE PROGRAM:
Santa Barbara County Public Health Care Centers provide primary care health services in addition to specialty services. There are five Federally Qualified Health Centers located throughout Santa Barbara County which offer the following wide variety of services for adults, teens, children and infants. learn more about the Health Care Centers.
County of Santa Barbara Health Care Centers:

• 2115 S. Centerpointe Parkway, Santa Maria, CA 93455
• , 301 North R Street, Lompoc, CA 93436
• 345 Camino del Remedio, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
• , 1136 E. Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
• 931 Walnut Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013

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Examples of Duties

• Plans and conducts health orientation and education classes and demonstrations.
• Develops educational materials, including posters, exhibits, pamphlets, news releases, radio and TV scripts.
• Administers tests and reviews results to determine effectiveness of educational programs and materials presented.
• Consults with staff and contacts members of community organizations, public and private agencies, and professional groups to elicit cooperation and participation in the development and implementation of community health programs.
• Assists with conducting community and staff surveys and researches significant data to determine health-related needs and appropriate direction to channel health education efforts.
• Assists with developing health programs; assists in reviewing State, Federal, and local legislation potentially affecting the agency.

Employment Standards
Equivalent to two (2) years of college including coursework in health education, sociology, home economics, biology, psychology, or education; AND ,

• One (1) year of experience in community health or a related service; OR
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Additional qualifications: The ability to converse, read, and write fluently in English and Spanish is required. Note: You must self-certify on your application that you are fluent in English and Spanish. Hiring departments may test you on your fluency. If you do not demonstrate sufficient fluency, your name may be withheld from future certifications or removed from the employment list, in accordance to Civil Service Rule 7.
NOTE: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License.
Knowledge of: community organizations and resources; group dynamics and human behavior; community outreach techniques; community health needs; the control of diseases; the methods of presenting educational materials; proper English usage and grammar.
Ability to: effectively communicate program information to a wide range of people; gain support and cooperation from other agencies and the community; identify health education needs and projects; conduct and facilitate group presentations; establish and maintain working relationships with individuals from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds.
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

1. Review applications and supplemental questionnaires to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
2. Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking : Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and auto-scored. Candidates' final score and rank on the employment list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.

Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire ranking to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive written notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS : The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider, or learning institution.
Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
Conditional Job Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. The appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.
Selectees must, as a condition of employment, sign statements agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting and Section 15630 of the California Penal Code relating to elder abuse reporting.
Incumbents must be willing to travel to clinic sites, and may work evenings and weekends. Bilingual skills may be required for some positions.
The Public Health Department (PHD) requires all employees working in direct contact with patients or clients in a high-risk environment to comply with the PHD Employee Immunizations policy. This can be accomplished by providing documentation of immunizations, submitting laboratory immune titers demonstrating adequate immunity, or obtaining required vaccinations. A list of requirements, based on the specific program, will be sent at the time an offer letter is presented to the selected candidate(s) and initial documentation will be required at this time .
Disaster Service Workers : Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT
The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization. The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.
We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.
We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County's mission and to embody a culture of "One County, One Future." Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.
We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE : 11/05/24 at 4:59 PM PST . Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at
Farrah Medrano, Talent Acquisition Lead,
Public Health Department,
Retirement Plans

• Generous County Defined Benefit Plan
• Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans
• For more information on our retirement plans, please visit: and

Health Benefits

• Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
• On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
• Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits
• Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
• For more information on our health benefits, please visit:

Paid Time Off

• Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
• Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
• Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)
• Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting
• For more information on Paid Time Off please view the Compensation Summary for this bargaining unit (available below)

Miscellaneous Benefits

• County Paid Term Life Insurance
• County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Childcare and Employee Discounts
• Relocation Assistance may apply
• Flexible work schedule may apply
• For more information on all of these benefits, please visit:

Compensation Summary

• To view the Compensation Summary specific to the bargaining unit for this position (link to full Memorandum of Understanding also available at bottom of the summary), please visit:

*This benefits list is for convenience only; please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for complete details of terms and conditions. Amounts are generally prorated for part-time employment.
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I acknowledge that it is my responsibility as an applicant to provide sufficient information on my application to demonstrate that my education and experience meet the employment standards (minimum qualifications) for this position as detailed in the job bulletin. I further acknowledge that if the County determines I do not meet the employment standards there will be no opportunity for me to provide additional information regarding my application after the closing date listed on the job bulletin. Therefore, I understand that before submitting a job application, it is important that I review the job bulletin thoroughly and ensure that my application clearly reflects how my education and experience meets the employment standards at the time I submit my application.

• I understand.

02
As part of the application process, a completed supplemental questionnaire must be submitted along with the standard application form. Resumes will be accepted, but NOT in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

• I understand.

03
The Human Resources Department communicates with all applicants through e-mail. Please make sure your e-mail address is entered correctly and it is current. Be sure to check spam filters continuously during the recruitment and selection process to ensure you do not miss required deadlines.

• I understand.

04
The current vacancy is in Santa Maria for Full-Time employment. Please make sure you check the locations and work schedules on your application that you want to be considered for current and future vacancies.

• I understand.

05
Incumbents will be required to travel within the County for this role. As a result, a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at the time of appointment.

• I understand.

06
Please indicate which of the following language(s) you are fluent and your level of proficiency. The current vacancy requires bilingual English/Spanish speak, read and write abilities. Bilingual speaking ability in Mixteco is highly desired. Please select all that apply.

• Spanish-Speak Only
• Spanish-Speak and Read
• Spanish-Speak, Read and Write
• Mixteco-Speak Only
• I AM NOT bilingual in Spanish nor Mixteco.

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To be considered for this position, your application must CLEARLY demonstrate how you meet the requirements under EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS on the Job Bulletin or you will not be considered for this position. If you are unsure, go back and review your application before continuing.The first requirement of the Employment Standards is "Equivalent to two (2) years of college including coursework in health education, sociology, home economics, biology, psychology, or education."

• I have equivalent to two (2) years of college including coursework in health education, sociology, home economics, biology, psychology, or education.
• I DO NOT have the equivalent to two (2) years of college including coursework in health education, sociology, home economics, biology, psychology, or education and will not be considered for this position.

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If you selected "I have equivalent to two (2) years of college including coursework in health education, sociology, home economics, biology, psychology, or education" for the previous question, please list below your college coursework that qualifies you for this position. Please list this information in the following format: Name of college course, number of semester or quarter units, college/institution. In addition to providing the information here, you may also attach a copy of your transcripts. Example: Psychology 101, 4 semester units, Santa Barbara City CollegeIf this question does not apply to you, please enter "N/A" in the box below.
09
The second requirement of the Employment Standards is "One (1) year of experience in community health or a related service." Which Employment Standard did you clearly state on your application?

• One (1) year of experience in community health or a related service.
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• None of the above - I DO NOT meet the Employment Standards for this position.

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If you selected "A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed..." for the preceding supplemental question, please describe in detail your combined training, education, and experience that qualifies you for this position.
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The following supplemental questions are an EXAMINATION that will determine your ranking on the employment list. Please read and answer them carefully. I understand my responses to the following supplemental questions will be SCORED and used as a weighed, scored selection device that will determine my ranking on the employment list for this job. For information on protest procedures for the supplemental questionnaire, please see Civil Service Rules 612 and 613:

• I understand.

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How many years of experience do you have providing case management and/or client advocacy?

• Greater (>) than 5 years of experience.
• 3 years up to 5 years of experience.
• 1 year up to 3 years of experience.
• Less (
• I DO NOT have this experience.

13
Do you have experience planning and conducting health orientations and educational classes for patients, individuals and groups? If so, how many years?

• Greater (>) than 5 years of experience.
• 3 years up to 5 years of experience.
• 1 year up to 3 years of experience.
• Less (
• I DO NOT have this experience.

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How many years of experience do you have preparing and educating individual clients and/ or groups on care coordination plans?

• Greater (>) than 5 years of experience.
• 3 years up to 5 years of experience.
• 1 year up to 3 years of experience.
• Less (
• I DO NOT have this experience.

15
Do you have experience working in a health care setting that provides direct services to underserved and economically disadvantaged populations (e.g. homeless patients, patients with mental health issues, economically disadvantaged, etc.) on a regular basis? If so, how many years?

• Greater (>) than 5 years of experience.
• 3 years up to 5 years of experience.
• 1 year up to 3 years of experience.
• Less (
• I DO NOT have this experience.

Required Question