Job Description

Description

Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease injury and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits so you can:

• 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

As a SNAP-Ed Health Educator within the West Central Health District at the Georgia Department of Public Health you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Job Responsibilities

This position will be housed in Columbus GA and provide nutritional and physical activity SNAP-Ed Health Education classes virtually and/or in-person to the community.

You will support the Department by utilizing your expertise to fulfill the following responsibilities:

• Provide Direct Nutrition to both individuals and community groups.
• Develop relationships with community sites and actively recruit eligible participants for direct nutrition education.
• Implement the Voices for Food Program.
• Prepare and submit reports to State SNAP-Ed program staff.
• Conduct community surveys to ascertain health needs develop desirable health goals and determine availability of professional health services.
• Develop and maintain cooperation between public civic professional and voluntary agencies.
• Prepare and disseminate educational and informational materials.
• Prepare submit and maintain program budget.
• Promote health discussions in community agencies and provide information to the public regarding health concerns and resources.
• This is not a remote position.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in education social behavioral or biological sciences or a directly related field from an accredited college or university.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in nutrition education is preferred. Must have effective verbal and written communication skills such as oral presentations written reports articles and data entry. Must be able to establish effective working relationships with internal and external partners coalitions and stakeholders. Knowledgeable in Excel MS Word and PowerPoint.

Additional Information

All West Central Health District 7 employees are deemed essential workers in the event of an emergency. As such you may be called on to participate in an event including but not limited to: staffing a shelter working at a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or working at a Point of Dispensing site (POD). If you are called on to participate you are required to report to the designated site as a condition of employment whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

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.

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: .

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.

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