TB Health Educator

DataStaff, Inc.

is currently seeking a

TB Health Educator

for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in

Indianapolis, IN .

* This position is hybrid, 3 days will be on-site * Occasional field work and/or overnight travel may be required

Job Description: The purpose of this position is to minimize morbidity and mortality associated with tuberculosis among residents by conducting health education and training activities to internal staff, external partners, and the public.

Responsibilities Provide education and training, consultation and technical assistance to local health departments, health care providers, and the public with respect to tuberculosis; Lead or coordinate a variety of health education activities hosted by the TB control or external partners, including the Annual World TB Day Conference. Assist TB Regional Nurse Consultants in training LHD staff on TB and coordinating and disseminating updated training materials. Prepare and disseminate written and oral reports, handouts, training documents, the TB newsletter, and presentations that communicate necessary information to internal and external partners. Develop resources and toolkits to provide outreach and education to specific partners, including civil surgeons, homeless shelters, primary care providers, and infection control practitioners. Conduct educational presentations and/or trainings for a variety of audiences, including local health departments, health care providers, and the general public. Engage directly with members of the public at health fairs and other outreach events; Serve as the primary liaison with Indiana American Lung Association, Global TB Institute at Rutgers, and CDC regarding education and training activities; Participate in writing grants and other funding proposals; Assist the TB Prevention & Care Director in planning and implementing ongoing professional development activities for TB Prevention & Care staff Serve as the TB program’s CDC Education and Training Focal Point and attend the CDC’s Education and Training Networking conference when requested; Maintain the TB program website and ensure all links and materials are reviewed and up to date; Coordinate and facilitate the Indiana TB Elimination Advisory Committee and oversee the development and implementation of TB elimination plan; May also be responsible for directing and coordinating the work of interns Support the vision, comply with agency administrative and fiscal policies, and practice cultural sensitivity Knowledge of state and federal privacy laws and protect patient confidentiality at all times. Initially works under the close supervision of their supervisor, but works more independently with acquired experience. The supervisor sets the overall objectives and determines what resources are available. Work together with supervisor to develop guidelines, projects, and work to be done. Plans, directs, monitors, evaluates and identifies needs and resolves most conflicts within assigned projects. Interprets and applies policies in terms of established goals, objectives, and accepted practices. Bring controversial or complex issues to the attention of the supervisor for more detailed direction and guidance. Keep the supervisor informed of progress and potentially critical items. Completed work is reviewed for feasibility, conformance to program policy and practices, and effectiveness in meeting specific goals and objectives. Works closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Global TB Institute at Rutgers, health care providers, and local health departments Maintain good working relationships with these entities as well as other internal and external partners.

Education: Bachelor's degree in public health education, community health education, public health, education, health science, or a behavioral health-related field and 2 years of relevant public health experience, Master’s degree in public health, Community Health, or other relevant program

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proficient in public speaking and developing presentations for a variety of audiences Skill in the identification of public health problems pertinent to Indiana residents; Ability to provide prompt, courteous, and helpful customer service; Ability to collaborate with others inside and outside the agency to identify public health problems and form recommendations; Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently to meet internal and external deadlines; Ability to appropriately document work activities and maintain organized records. Ability to promote cultural competencies in health providers working with diverse populations

Difficulty of Work The incumbent must have or rapidly acquire expert knowledge of tuberculosis. They must use this knowledge and their critical thinking skills to ascertain the existence of public health threats, conduct appropriate training and education activities, and identify appropriate interventions. The incumbent will routinely exercise independent judgment to identify appropriate actions in complex situations that are not explicitly described in state regulations and public health guidance documents. They are expected to show initiative in independently identifying and executing process improvements and/or special projects that would benefit Indiana residents. Failure of the incumbent to properly execute their duties could have grave consequences for Indiana residents.

Required Skills: 2 Years - Bachelor's in public health education, community health education, public health, education, health science, or a behavioral health-related field. 2 Years - Relevant public health experience 2 Years - Knowledge of the epidemiology and biology of tuberculosis. 2 Years - Familiarity with state laws and regulations and federal public health guidance documents related to tuberculosis. 2 Years - Prior experience creating relevant training and education materials for diverse audiences. Proficient in Microsoft Office and quick adaptability to other database applications, such as IN-TRAIN and RedCap. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using principles of risk communication where appropriate. Able to identify, communicate, and work effectively with medical providers and local health department staff.

Desired Skills: Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES). Master’s degree in public health, Community Health, or other relevant program

This position is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.