Communicable Disease Health Educator bei Georgia Department of Public Health (GA), GA

About the Department

Pay Grade: I

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths 
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Position Duties

A Communicable Disease Health Educator is a public health professional responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating health education programs focused on the prevention and control of communicable diseases, in collaboration with the HIV Coordinator. This role supports community outreach, health promotion, and disease surveillance efforts, working closely with internal teams, healthcare providers, and community partners to help reduce the spread of infectious diseases.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide HIV/Syphilis testing at community events in addition to on call testing.
• Identifies the health education needs of the Communicable Disease Program based information relevant to the targeted at-risk populations.
• Conduct community outreach and engagement activities targeting high-risk populations.
• Provides HIV training programs for other health professionals or community health workers.
• Promotes HIV education/discussions in community agencies.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of programs and educational materials.
• Prepares and disseminates educational and informational materials.
• Participates in Community meetings and other planning efforts as needed.
• Maintain detailed records of all work and assist in fulfilling the grant deliverables and reporting requirements.
• Performs various duties in support of section and district operations

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in education, social, behavioral, or biological sciences or a directly related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience in public health education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified as a Health Education Specialist (CHES)
• Strong understanding of communicable disease transmission, prevention strategies, and public health principles.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and data management systems.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required for outreach activities.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for events or planning efforts.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and respond to public health emergencies as needed.

Other Qualifications

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular physical activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their physical goals.  A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in physical activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
We offer a generous benefits package that includes, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement
The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: [email protected].

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.