Location: Madera,CA, USA
The current vacancy is bilingual Spanish required, however, this list will be used to fill future vacancies. Please be sure to indicate if you are bilingual on your application
Under general supervision, assists County health and behavioral health staff in providing health education, prevention services and/or case management; provides support in areas of participant and community assessments, program planning, material development, education, referrals and community outreach; and performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from assigned management or supervisory personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
The job functions listed below are not inclusive or exclusive and are intended only as illustrations or examples of the various types of work that may be performed. Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.
* Facilitates and promotes health and well-being throughout the life cycle based on assigned program and provides technical assistance to community members on various health topics.
* Assesses participant needs, develops participant care plans, and provides education and resources for health care, health insurance programs, and other community service options.
* Assists in data collection and reporting such as conducting interviews and surveys.
* Provides support and assistance with individual and community outreach activities.
* Assists in planning and participates in workshops, forums, and discussion groups to promote public health, behavioral health, and related activities.
* Researches information and gathers, prepares, and disseminates health education and communication materials through a variety of methods and channels.
* Prepares and delivers presentations to schools and community groups on health topics.
* Assists in the preparation of exhibits, posters, displays and materials for presentation at meetings, conferences, clinics, and public gatherings.
* Assists with the maintenance of departmental program records and reports.
* Observes and complies with County and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
* Performs general office support work; operates office equipment; indexes documents for files; performs data entry and logging of sensitive information; reviews and tabulates simple statistics and data.
* Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
* Basic health education principles.
* Techniques involved in preparing education and communication materials.
* Medical terminology, forms, documents, and procedures.
* Effective public speaking and communication methods.
* Educational needs of the community.
* Available community agencies and resources.
* Recordkeeping methods and techniques.
* Safety procedures and use of personal protective equipment.
* Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and program requirements relevant to the area(s) of responsibility.
* Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
* The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
* Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to the work performed.
Ability to:
* Prepare and deliver presentations to groups and individuals.
* Gather and review health information and research.
* Maintain and update records, files, forms, and reports.
* Recognize and respect the impact of cultural differences on health care practices.
* Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
* Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to the work performed.
* Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, and procedural guidelines.
* Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to the work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
* Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
* Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by college level coursework in public health, health education, communications, or behavioral, life, or social sciences or a related field and one (1) year of experience in public health, public relations, or direct public service.
Licenses and Certifications:
* Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment, an appropriate California driver's license.
* Some positions may require the possession of, or ability to obtain, appropriate Health Education Certification.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and various community settings and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to operate a motor vehicle and travel to different sites and locations; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 10 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employees work in office and/or community environments with moderate noise levels and variable and/or temperature conditions. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.The application review process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. In addition to the application, the applicant is required to complete the Supplemental Questions to further evaluate their education, training and experience relative to the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Applicants must submit answers that are as complete as possible.
Only the most qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the examination process which may be administered by a written examination, oral interview, or any combination of qualifications appraisal determined by the Department of Human Resources to be appropriate. The Department of Human Resources will make reasonable accommodation in the examination process for disabled applicants. If you have an accommodation request, please indicate such on your application.
Depending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications, applicants may be scheduled for the assessment listed below. Passing score is 70% out of 100%.
THE WRITTEN ASSESSMENT (100%) IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2024
To move forward in the application process, you must complete an online application through our website All job postings are also included via the TDD phone at 559-###-#### and the 24-hour job line at 559-###-####. Please attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts (indicating when degree was awarded) to your application or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.
For an open recruitment, applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit a copy of their DD-214 form along with the application. Candidates who attain ranking on an eligible list and are involuntarily called to active duty may be considered for eligibility reinstatement upon their return.
PLACEMENT ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST:
The Civil Service Commission may limit the number of qualified applicants eligible to participate in the examination process. If two or more candidates have the same total final score on an examination, they shall be ranked in order of their scores in that portion of the examination which has the greatest weight. The names of two or more eligibles having final ratings which are identical shall be grouped on the eligible list as tie names with equal rank for certification and appointment purposes.
Candidates who are successful in all phases of the examination process will be placed on an eligible list, in rank order based on a calculation of their total score from the examination process. The eligible list established by this recruitment will be active for a minimum of six (6) months or one (1) year, unless otherwise determined by the Director pursuant to section 6-4 (b) and may be extended for up to an additional year by the Commission.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:
As a condition of employment with the County of Madera, a candidate must submit to a Tuberculosis (TB) screening, and related follow up testing as necessary. Designated classifications* are also subject to a medical examination, which includes a review of medical history. TB screenings and medical exams are administered by the Madera County Public Health Department and/or health care professional designated by the County.
Designated classifications required to submit to an employment medical examination generally include those that are physical in nature or as may be required by law. If you have any questions about the pre-employment requirements, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (559) ###-#### or ...@maderacounty.com.
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT:
You will be required to submit verification of your identity and citizenship or legal right to work in the United States at the time of and as a condition of an offer of employment.
As a condition of employment, all prospective employees shall be required to be fingerprinted (Live Scan) and/or undergo a background investigation.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Madera County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by Federal or State law.