Public Health Coordinator

Posting DetailsPosition InformationWorking Title Public Health CoordinatorPosition Number 819985Appointment Type Time Limited - Full TimeTenure Track NoFTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 monthsIf time limited, duration datePosition OverviewPrimary Function of Organizational UnitThe Office of Health Promotion and Education supports the University and Division by providing an array of preventative educational, physical and mental health services. Inclusive and student centered in our approach, this office adapts to the changing needs of the campus community through innovation, technology and excellence. The Office of Health Promotion and Education works closely with our Student Health Center which is responsible for providing primary health care to the student campus community in a professional, competent caring, and confidential manner. We collaborate with our organizational unit to provide reasonably comprehensive ambulatory medical services to all eligible students; promoting disease prevention through health education; providing non-classroom health education on issues that impact the student both physically and psychologically; provide counseling services with referrals to other psychological professionals when necessary; provide ancillary support services (i.e. laboratory, pharmacy, and administrative); providing advisory, collaborative, and educational assistance to other university departments; and ensuring staff competency to support and fulfill this mission. The goals are to maintain quality of care, client satisfaction, affordability, accessibility, and suitability for operational effectiveness.Primary Purpose of PositionThis position is time-limited, grant-supported; and reports to the Health Educator. The Public Health Coordinator is responsible and accountable for NCCU health education and promotion policies, procedures, and overall program priorities related to STI/HIV prevention. Specifically, this position is dedicated to the ITTS grant with testing program promotion and reporting responsibilities.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of Health Education Responsibilities, Competencies, and Sub-competencies as well as Health Education theory and research methods

Knowledge of evidence-based practices for HIV and sexually transmitted infections prevention and risk reduction

Experience with health communications, health education material creation and social media

Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to work independently, proactively, and collaboratively

Experience with data collection, analysis and reporting

Fluent in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point or other word processing, presentations and data analysis software

Peer education experience and experience working with volunteer committees

Experience and interest in work with diverse groups of people and/or underrepresented groups

Experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting

Data entry ability, attention to detail, good motor skills, and interpersonal skills

Minimum Education/ExperienceBachelor degree in health behavior, health education, health promotion, public health or related field or 3-5 years of experience as a certified phlebotomist.Licenses or Certification required by Statute or RegulationPhlebotomy state certification, and Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) preferred.Equal Opportunity EmployerNorth Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.Primary Responsibilities and DutiesFunction Work Coordination/PlanningDescribe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Coordination of all Integrated Targeted Testing Services (ITTS) education, outreach, and testing events

Work collaboratively with campus partners to provide inclusive education on topics such as Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), HIV, general sex education, and preventive treatment options such as PReP to individuals identified to be at a high risk of contracting HIV

Work closely with our community partner, Durham County Department of Public Health to provide large-scale testing events, participate in community outreach, and acquire additional training as needed

Function Program ManagementDescribe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Manage campus-wide condom and safer sex supply distribution program

Collect project data, prepare, and submit monthly and quarterly reports for the ITTS program and as needed for organizational unit reporting

Serve as co-advisor for Project SAFE to support education efforts related to STI/HIV outreach

Function Knowledge - Program and OrganizationDescribe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Possess a thorough knowledge of principles and practices of Public Health Education

Demonstrate knowledge of methods and techniques of disseminating wellness/health education information to the university’s campus and surrounding community

Prepare and update as-needed policies and procedures related to the ITTS manual

Posting Detail InformationPosting Number EPA03266POpen Date 09/17/2024Date desired for closing or initial reviewClose Date 09/24/2024Open Until Filled YesDate Position AvailableSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsYou must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

NC State – Health Benefits

NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more

11-12 Paid Holidays

Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)

Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Campus Recreation Center Discount

University Bookstore Discount and more.

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)

List of References

Optional Documents

DD-214 (Veterans Only)

NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)

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