Dept Mgr 3/Health Educator (049478) in Wayne, Michigan at Wayne County Government

Title: Dept Mgr 3/Health Educator (049478)

Job Description

Responsibilities

Required Tasks

• Outreach and Education:
• Health Education Programs: Develop, implement, and evaluate health education programs and materials that target specific health issues or promote general wellness.
• Educational Sessions: Conduct engaging and informative health education sessions, workshops, and presentations for diverse audiences, such as schools, community groups, and healthcare settings.
• Content Development: Create and update educational materials, including brochures, pamphlets, videos, and online resources, to support health education initiatives.
• Needs Assessment: Assess the health education needs of the target population or community through surveys, interviews, and data analysis.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with healthcare providers, community organizations, and schools to coordinate and enhance health education efforts.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of health education programs and make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.
• Health Promotion: Promote healthy behaviors, disease prevention, and the utilization of healthcare services through various outreach strategies.
• Cultural Competency: Recognize and respect cultural differences and tailor health education materials and approaches to meet the needs of diverse populations.
• Advocacy: Advocate for public health policies and initiatives that support health education and improved community health.

Qualifications

Educational/ Experience Requirements

• Regular Status; AND
• Bachelor's degree in health education, public health, or a related field; AND
• At least 3 years of experience in health education or a related role, which must include data collection and program evaluation.
• CHES (certified health education specialist) certification is preferred but not required
• Additional equivalent experience or education may be used in lieu of the requirements at the discretion of the Department of Personnel/Human Resources.

• Candidates who meet the qualifications will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for consideration.

Job Info

Job Identification: 3201

Posting Date: 09/30/2026, 03:09 PM

Apply Before: 10/22/2026, 04:00 PM
Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Location: 33030 Van Born Rd, Wayne, MI, 48184, US