Health Promotion Specialist (Multiple Positions)

Health Promotion Specialist (Multiple Positions)

Job No: 506671
Work Type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Health Professionals, Temporary, Full Time

*Update: As of 03/29/22, this position is still under active recruitment. Apply today!

Working Title

Health Promotion Specialist

Classification Title

Health Educator


Posting Details

Priority Application Deadline (Open Until Filled): Thursday, December 16th @ 11:59pm

Hiring Preference


Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary:

Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Campus Wellness in Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS), the Health Promotion Specialist is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive student wellness program in priority college health topics. The Health Promotion Specialist will work collaboratively with the Health and Wellness Promotion (HWP) department team, SHCS staff, and campus partners to coordinate the Peer Health Educator internship program, deliver student health education, and promote campus policy/systems/ environmental changes to support student wellness. The Health Promotion Specialist is responsible for utilizing best practices in public health to create a campus environment that supports students in their well-being and academic success, reduce stigma and barriers to seeking health services, and promote positive student health behaviors.

FLSA: Exempt

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,060 - $7,836 per month

Hiring Range: $4,060 - $7,836 / month

Salary Grade/Range: 1/1

Recruitment Type: Temporary

Time Base: Full-Time

Pay Plan: 12 months

Work Hours: TBD at time of hire

Department Information

Student Health & Counseling Services (SHCS) embraces a holistic and collaborative approach to healthcare by offering urgent care, primary care, preventative services, wellness education, violence support services, and mental health, services to the Sacramento State campus community. SHCS is committed to providing quality care and service delivery and is accredited through the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of health education theories, research, and program assessment; planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of health education programs; and industry standards for the delivery of health education in higher education. General knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, current and emerging college age student health problems and existing methods of intervention and control. Working knowledge of the principles of educational and social psychology and how they apply to a health education program; and applicable industry standards and practices for health promotion such as those found in the American College Health Association's “Standards of Practice for Health Promotion in Higher Education.”

Abilities:

Ability to assess needs and establish or recommend program priorities and goals and develop plans to achieve goals; collect, compile, chart, and analyze data pertinent to health education program planning; plan, organize, conduct or oversee a variety of health education programs and activities including discussion groups and workshops; develop educational materials and media such as pamphlets, audio and video materials, and electronic media; present ideas and information accurately, effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing; use computer and web-based information technology systems as a resource for research and providing health education programs; maintain confidentiality consistent with applicable laws and regulations; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, students, medical, and other health professionals, representatives of the news media, and other community groups.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an approved program in health education or a related health field. Equivalent to one to two years of progressively responsible health education experience or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Health Science, or other related field or equivalent in an approved program in health education or a related health field. Equivalent to one to two years of progressively responsible health education experience or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
2. Professional work experience developing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating health education programs and activities
3. Demonstrated knowledge of top college health issues, including sexuality/reproductive health, sexual/dating violence, alcohol/tobacco/drug abuse, and mental health
4. Demonstrated knowledge of health promotion, behavior change, and public health theories and models; evidence-informed health promotion programs; and environmental change strategies/socio-ecological model
5. Demonstrated skills in developing and facilitating a variety of educational methods designed to improve knowledge, skills, and behaviors, including presentations, workshops, trainings, individual behavior change sessions, and small group discussion/facilitation
6. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, health equity, and cultural competence and the ability to work in a multicultural environment
7. Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including working effectively in a team environment and collaborating with a variety of partners and stakeholders
8. Ability to select, train, supervise and evaluate student staff
9. Organizational skills to maintain accuracy and optimize efficiency of materials, information, projects, and records
10. Ability to use general office equipment, standard software programs, and audio/visual equipment

Conditions of Employment:

Ability to pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master's Degree in Public Health, Health Science, or other related field
2. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
3. Experience supervising, training, instructing and mentoring students in a university or college environment
4. Experience with critical review of professional and academic literature related to health and wellness promotion, especially among college students
5. Experience applying health promotion, behavior change, and public health theories and models; evidence-informed health promotion programs; and policy/systems/environmental change strategies/socio-ecological model to a student population
6. Experience gathering, compiling and synthesizing information for application in strategic program planning and evaluation
7. Experience in identifying funding opportunities and applying for and managing grants
   

Required Licenses/Certifications

N/A

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume, cover letter

Minimum of 3 professional references

About Sac State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California's capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State's 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California's capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sac State is dedicated to https://www.csus.edu/experience/student-success/" href="https://www.csus.edu/experience/student-success/">student success, https://www.csus.edu/diversity-inclusion/" href="https://www.csus.edu/diversity-inclusion/">diversity, equity and inclusion, https://www.csus.edu/experience/anchor-university/" href="https://www.csus.edu/experience/anchor-university/">community engagement, https://www.csus.edu/university-advancement/" href="https://www.csus.edu/university-advancement/">philanthropy, and https://www.csus.edu/campus-safety/" href="https://www.csus.edu/campus-safety/">campus safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/internal/your-hr/benefits/disability-parental-leave.html#reasonable-accommodations-interactive-process .

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/compliance/hr-compliance/mandatory-dhr-training.html .

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union.

COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Information:
CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr-empservices@csus.edu
Eligibility Verification
Selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is a sponsoring agency (i.e. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.


Advertised: March 29, 2022 (9:00 AM)
Applications Closes: Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://careers.csus.edu/en-us/job/506671/health-promotion-specialist-multiple-positions



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