ATD Sacramento - Health Education Specialist III - DHCS

Health Education Specialist III - DHCS - Sacramento, CA

05 Apr 2015 9:51 PM | Anonymous

Health Education Specialist III - Sacramento, CA

Job Description:
The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), Office of Family Planning Division is recruiting for one Health Education Consultant III (Specialist) and is seeking motivated, team-oriented individuals. If you are interested in a challenging and exciting work environment this is the excellent opportunity to apply.

Who may apply:
Individuals who have eligibility for appointment to the above class (e.g., transfer, list, reinstatement). All applicants must clearly indicate the basis of their eligibility in the “Explanations” section on the Standard Application Form (Std 678). The job title/classification and position number should be clearly stated in the “job title(s) for which you are applying” section of the state application. Employment provisions as outlined by the California Department of Human Resources’ State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) policy will prevail. In addition, current or future executive orders relative to filling vacant positions may also affect this process. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be interviewed. Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.

Please submit a State Application, resume, and proof of education to Jamie Shigetoshi, CAASD/OFP. The application must indicate in the Subject Line: “HEC III”. Please note: mailed applications only. If you have education listed on your application needed for the HEC III classification, please attach a copy of your transcripts or diploma to the application.

Duty Statement: HEC III

Job Summary: Within the Office of Family Planning, the Health Education Consultant (HEC) III will be responsible for development, implementation, and evaluation of the most complex, controversial, sensitive, and/or difficult projects and policies, and plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of an interdisciplinary team in the implementation of health education programs. Activities will include development of assessment tools, protocols, and training programs for health care professionals and others enrolled in the Office of Family Planning (OFP) programs. Must be able to travel to meetings and trainings.

Percent of Time - Essential Functions

45% - Evaluates plans and recommends statewide policy development for health education approaches for the Family PACT program in accordance with State and Federal regulations. Assesses the education needs of providers and clients in the Family PACT (Planning, Access, Care and Treatment) program. Creates standards for health professional training and ensures statewide program consistency. Oversees adaptation of existing materials for use in California. Reviews health education materials including pamphlets, brochures, and other curricula for accuracy of detail and consistency, such as Clinical Practice Alerts relating family planning services and sexually transmitted infections. Provides technical consultation on complex health and administrative areas affecting the Family PACT program such as program benefits, billing practices, and/or clinical services. Applies principles and methodologies of research, management problem-solving methods, current trends in the field of health education and health care services, principles and practices of policy formulation, and preparation and planning for coordination of programs with private organizations in the implementation of education programs. Develops agenda, facilitates discussions, and implements pertinent short- and long-term provider and client training recommendations. Prepares and edits special reports, publications, and supportive educational materials as required for effective health education program planning, implementation and evaluation. Prepares correspondence, program reports, data analysis and informational summaries related to the education needs of providers and clients in the Family PACT program.

30% - In collaboration with contractors, OFP staff, and partners, advises contractors’ in meeting their obligated contract deliverables, including the provision of numerous trainings for Family PACT providers, administrators, and partners, technical assistance and training provided to Family PACT providers, development and production of training materials and other communication materials, such as training plans, curricula, presentations, and informational newsletters, attendance and participation in meetings and education programs throughout the State as required. Writes progress reports and other needed documentation.

Provides health education consultation/technical assistance, develops and evaluates health education protocols, materials, and assessment tools, and plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the work of interdisciplinary teams in the development, implementation and evaluation of health education programs. Develops multifaceted solutions to complex programmatic problems and maintains interagency and interdisciplinary relationships.

10% - Acts as lead contact for requests for Family PACT health education materials and other health education publications. Monitors, evaluates, analyzes and makes recommendations regarding distribution of materials and revisions and new editions to keep material accurate and timely.

10% - Provides expert health education consultation to the Chief of the OFP, medical consultants, contractors and other OFP staff, other branches and departmental administrators, serves as liaison with community groups, professional organizations, universities, advisory committees, other State and federal agencies, legislators, and the public. Advises on purchases of information technology for distance learning.

Percent of Time – Marginal Functions

5% - Other duties as required.

Additional Information:

Working Title	Position Number
HEALTH EDUCATION CONSULTANT III (SPECIALIST)	805 - 680 - 8313 - 003
Location	County
Sacramento	SACRAMENTO
Timebase	Tenure
Full Time	Permanent month(s)
Final Filing Date:	Department Link:
Until Filled	None Specified
Contact Unit/Address	Contact Name/Phone
CAASD/OFP/805-680 P.O. Box 997419, MS 4506 Sacramento, CA 95899-7419	Jamie Shigetoshi

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