San Bernardino County
Health Education Specialist - Preschool Services*
San Bernardino County, San Bernardino, California, United States, 92409
Pay $54475.20 - $71760.00 / year
Location: San Bernardino, California
Employment type: Full-Time
Job Description
Req#: 3843321 WANT TO BE PART OF A TEAM THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY? APPLY TODAY TO GET STARTED! The
Preschool Services Department (PSD)
is recruiting for
Health Education Specialists
who participate in all phases of PSD health programs, including the planning and evaluation of health service functions and collecting and analyzing health data for children up to age five enrolled in PSD preschool programs.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the County. *Official Title: PSD Health Education Specialist (Contract) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must be able to lift and carry a small child (up to 50 lbs.) as needed/in the event of an emergency. Other physical demands include: sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting, grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, using smell and touch, working outside, and vision and hearing. Pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792). Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance is required at the time of hire for the person providing the transportation.
(Remote/telework not available for this position.) BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation, which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment. If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Care Provider Management Bureau (CPMB). With the exception of minor traffic violations, all convictions, including misdemeanors, felonies, and convictions occurring a long time ago, require an exemption. CPMB also examines arrest records to determine if there is a possible danger to clients. Crimes against children and convictions of a violent nature, such as sex offenses, murder, manslaughter, arson, and robbery are crimes for which an exemption cannot be issued.
(Health & Safety Code section 1596.871) REQUIRED:
OPTION 1
Experience:
Must possess one (1) year of
full-time equivalent
work experience in a public health department, health service provider, or social services organization which involved
collaborating with health professionals
in providing services . Education:
A completed/awarded Bachelor's degree in health science, health care administration, school health, nutrition, nursing, or other
health related field . OPTION 2
Experience:
Must possess two (2) years of
full-time equivalent
experience working in a social services organization
with children ages 0-5
which involved
collaborating with health professionals
in providing services. License:
Must possess a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license issued by the State of California. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION (Must be attached):
OPTION 1:
A copy of legible transcripts (unofficial are acceptable)
AND
degree. OPTION 2:
A copy of valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license (electronic copy accepted). Required documentation
MUST be attached to your application or submitted
via fax to (909) 387-5819 Attn: Health Education Specialist-Preschool Services or email to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov Subject: Health Education Specialist-Preschool Services. Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application. IMPORTANT NOTES:
EDUCATION:
Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
(Must be attached if applicable.) The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in one of the fields noted above and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Examination Procedure :
There will be a
competitive evaluation of qualifications
based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore
it is to your advantage to
provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible
,
as
resumes
will not
be reviewed
in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure :
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by
5:00 pm, Friday, December 29, 2023 . To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.
Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require
technical assistance , please click
HERE
to review the Government Jobs
online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer, or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA:
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference:
Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er)
who are not current County employees
may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. NOTE:
There is a six (6) month waiting period to re-apply for the same job classification (title and level). For important information on employment processes and submitting job applications, see links below:
Guide to Completing a County Job Application
Applicant Information and the County Employment Process San Bernardino County, officially the County of San Bernardino, is a county located in the southern portion of the US state of California, and is located within the Inland Empire area.
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Req#: 3843321 WANT TO BE PART OF A TEAM THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY? APPLY TODAY TO GET STARTED! The
Preschool Services Department (PSD)
is recruiting for
Health Education Specialists
who participate in all phases of PSD health programs, including the planning and evaluation of health service functions and collecting and analyzing health data for children up to age five enrolled in PSD preschool programs.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the County. *Official Title: PSD Health Education Specialist (Contract) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must be able to lift and carry a small child (up to 50 lbs.) as needed/in the event of an emergency. Other physical demands include: sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting, grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, using smell and touch, working outside, and vision and hearing. Pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792). Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance is required at the time of hire for the person providing the transportation.
(Remote/telework not available for this position.) BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation, which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment. If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Care Provider Management Bureau (CPMB). With the exception of minor traffic violations, all convictions, including misdemeanors, felonies, and convictions occurring a long time ago, require an exemption. CPMB also examines arrest records to determine if there is a possible danger to clients. Crimes against children and convictions of a violent nature, such as sex offenses, murder, manslaughter, arson, and robbery are crimes for which an exemption cannot be issued.
(Health & Safety Code section 1596.871) REQUIRED:
OPTION 1
Experience:
Must possess one (1) year of
full-time equivalent
work experience in a public health department, health service provider, or social services organization which involved
collaborating with health professionals
in providing services . Education:
A completed/awarded Bachelor's degree in health science, health care administration, school health, nutrition, nursing, or other
health related field . OPTION 2
Experience:
Must possess two (2) years of
full-time equivalent
experience working in a social services organization
with children ages 0-5
which involved
collaborating with health professionals
in providing services. License:
Must possess a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license issued by the State of California. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION (Must be attached):
OPTION 1:
A copy of legible transcripts (unofficial are acceptable)
AND
degree. OPTION 2:
A copy of valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license (electronic copy accepted). Required documentation
MUST be attached to your application or submitted
via fax to (909) 387-5819 Attn: Health Education Specialist-Preschool Services or email to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov Subject: Health Education Specialist-Preschool Services. Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application. IMPORTANT NOTES:
EDUCATION:
Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
(Must be attached if applicable.) The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in one of the fields noted above and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Examination Procedure :
There will be a
competitive evaluation of qualifications
based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore
it is to your advantage to
provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible
,
as
resumes
will not
be reviewed
in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure :
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by
5:00 pm, Friday, December 29, 2023 . To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.
Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require
technical assistance , please click
HERE
to review the Government Jobs
online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer, or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA:
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference:
Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er)
who are not current County employees
may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. NOTE:
There is a six (6) month waiting period to re-apply for the same job classification (title and level). For important information on employment processes and submitting job applications, see links below:
Guide to Completing a County Job Application
Applicant Information and the County Employment Process San Bernardino County, officially the County of San Bernardino, is a county located in the southern portion of the US state of California, and is located within the Inland Empire area.
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