Temporary Health Education Assistant II

ABOUT THE POSITION

Riverside University Health System (RUHS) seeks to fill for a Temporary Health Education Assistnt II - DOPH who will be assigned to various clinics with Public Health in their Riverside, Moreno Valley, Corona, Temecula and Lake Elsinore Clinics.

The incumbent in this position will provide client education individually or in a classroom setting, obtain information from clients through WIC WISE on computer, issue benefits electronically, community-based outreach, medical provider visits, local vendor liaison events and Farmers' market programs.

Nutrition desires candidates with experience demonstrating good communication skills and knowledge of the WIC program.

Under general supervision, assists and participates in all phases of community and/or patient health and nutrition education programs, including planning and evaluation; and performs other related duties as required.

The Health Education Assistant II assists in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health education programs within major functional areas of the Department of Public Health, Department of Mental Health or Office on Aging.

This class differs from the Health Education Assistant I in that the latter is the entry-level class in which incumbents receive training in the principles, methods, and techniques of community health and nutrition education including program planning and evaluation.

Schedule: M, W, Thu, Fri: 8:30AM-5:00PM and Tue: 10:30AM-7:00PM
Must be willing to Travel between multiple clinics.

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EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Determine community health and/or patient education needs and participate in the planning, development, and evaluation of required programs.

• Assist in developing and maintaining coalitions, advisory councils and other partnerships by identifying and contacting community resources and leaders to gain their cooperation and encourage participation in assessing community health needs, implementing community educational efforts, and promoting positive health practices.

• Assist in the planning of, and participate in, workshops, seminars, and discussion groups to promote health and health education programs; assist in the orientation of departmental and other County department staff participating in health education programs in the areas of program objectives and methods.

• Organize and conduct educational sessions on various health and nutrition topics, including the objectives and services of the Department of Public Health, Department of Mental Health, Office on Aging, or Riverside County Regional Medical Center for schools, community groups, and agencies.

• Prepare bulletins, periodic reports, and educationa...