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11/04/2024

Health Educator – Prevention Coalition Coordinator

OTTAWA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

 Position Summary:           

The Coalition Coordinator plays a crucial role in promoting and facilitating initiatives aimed at the prevention and reduction of substance misuse and suicides within Ottawa County. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including government agencies, community organizations, and healthcare providers, to develop and implement programs that improve the prevention and reduction of substance misuse and suicides.

Under the general direction of the Supervisor of Health Education and Community Engagement, the Coalition Coordinator plans, develops, and implements health promotion objectives/activities in specific health areas determined annually by the agency and program grants. Acts as a public health education resource to community agencies and the general public. Assists as needed with the agency’s media/social media presence and other public health education functions as needed. Works with the Supervisor of Health Education and Community Engagement, Business Manager, and Grants Coordinator to ensure compliance with applicable program standards, grant requirements, state regulations, and Board of Health adopted policies. This position is supported by grant funds. 

Essential Knowledge, Abilities and Skills, Education 

• Applicants must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Community/Public Health Education, Health Education, Health Promotion, Nursing, Public Administration, Social Work, Education, or other related degree;

• Three (3) years of experience in public health or related experience is preferred;
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) preferred.
• Knowledge of the core functions and essential services of public health;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to speak and prepare written material in a concise and effective manner;
• Ability to use and adapt to various computer software;
• Ability to maintain a high degree of organization, coordination and communication with attention to detail and accuracy;

• Valid Ohio Driver’s License with acceptable driving record;
• Grant writing experience preferred;
• Ability to apply marketing principles to targeted groups and population-based groups. 

Essential Functions of the Position

• Program Development – research and assess community health needs, develop and implement programs to address identified health priorities, collaborate with stakeholders to design evidence-based interventions; 

• Community Engagement – engage with community members to understand the health concerns and preference, organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and events related to health promotion, foster partnerships with local organizations and businesses to support community health initiatives; 

• Implements program objectives as outlined in MHRSB contract; participates in community health coalitions, provides leadership as needed; and coordinates services with other community organizations to ensure effective use of community resources; 

• Data Collection and Analysis – collect and analyze data related to community health outcomes and program effectiveness, use data insights to evaluate the impact of interventions and make informed recommendations for improvement; 

• Conducts program needs assessment and helps prepare annual goals and objectives for specific health program activities in order to meet identified community needs; 

• Facilitates strategic work plans for the purpose of developing community partnerships, recruiting new coalition members, and partnering with school and community-based youth programs and other community resources; 

• Maintains records of program activities, compiles data and interacts regularly with grant or program consultant(s) in order to evaluate program outcomes and prepare and submit required reports timely; 

• Monitors program budget and expenditures and obtains/maintains program equipment and supplies to ensure efficient service delivery and use of grant resources; 

• Prepares and monitors reports and develops data collection instruments and program evaluation procedures for the purpose of complying with grant requirements; 

• Serves as an advocate for prevention and health promotion through appropriate mediums such as news media social media outlets and acts as a resource in the community in order to support basic public health promotion; 

• Health Education – develop educational materials and resources on topics such as prevention, substance misuse, suicide awareness, mental health, chronic disease prevention, and conduct outreach activities to raise awareness; 

• Collaboration and Networking – work closely with healthcare providers, social service agencies, schools and other stakeholders to coordinate care and support services, participate in coalitions and networks focused on public health and community development; 

• Provides comprehensive training (i.e. strategic prevention framework implementing prevention strategies) to coalition members for the purpose of building capacity for community-based, data-driven prevention work; 

• Performs related duties as assigned. 

Job Location 

• Travel to off-site locations within Ottawa County and rarely out of county or state; 

• Work a general schedule of 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM, although a flexible schedule may be required, including evening, weekend, and holidays;

• Work in office settings, in home environments, and outdoors.

Equipment Used 

• General office equipment;

• Any other necessary equipment.

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to load and unload vehicle with health education materials when needed;

• Light office work. 

Other Responsibilities 

• Respond to public health emergencies as appropriate and/or directed by the Health Commissioner and/or Supervisor of Health Education and Community Engagement; 

• Contribute to continuous quality improvement of individual, program, and organizational performance;

• Performs any and all other related duties as assigned or directed in order to promote, further, and ensure the effective and efficient operations of the Ottawa County Health Department;

• Contributes to the development and implementation of organizational strategic plan.

Ottawa County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Health Department will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Interested applicants should submit a resume to the Ottawa County Health Department,

1856 E. Perry Street, Port Clinton, OH 43452 or by email at info@ottawahealth.org. Please direct any questions to Michelle Veliz, Supervisor of Health Education and Community Engagement.

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