Community Health Education Specialist I

Job Description:

Community Health Education Specialist I

Description

Job Summary

About Public Health:
Our Mission
The Mohave County Department of Public Health's mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health of our communities.

Director's Message
Public health plays a critical role in promoting and protecting health in every community. At the Mohave County Department of Public Health, we have dedicated staff who strive to be the best in their respective fields and are eager to provide the highest quality of service to our clients. Please share your thoughts on how we can improve and where our staff met or exceeded your expectations. We are proud to serve all who live in, or visit, Mohave County.

About the position:

Community Health Education Specialist I -> Salary range: Range 13 Steps 1-5/ $21.09 - $23.73

Mohave County Public Health is looking to fill two Community Health Education Specialist I positions:

• One position will be based in Kingman (700 W Beale St, Kingman AZ) and one in Bullhead City (1222 Hancock Road, Bullhead City, AZ)

This position supports our Substance Use Disorder (SUD) program and focuses on delivering services that promote recovery, wellness, and improved quality of life for individuals experiencing substance-related challenges. Prior experience in the SUD field is preferred, and candidates should have a strong understanding of best practices in prevention, intervention, and client support. The role requires individuals who are adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable working in rural communities while building strong relationships with local partners and navigating available resources.

*These are grant funded positions and only funded for one year. *

Proud To Offer:
Paid Time Off (PTO):

• 11 Paid Holidays.

• End of Year PTO Buyback (optional).

Retirement Benefits:

• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

-Contribution rate of 11.98% with 100% Employer Match starting on first day

-Deferred Compensations Programs (optional)

Comprehensive Wellness Program:

• Low-cost, high-value health care plans for you and your family that include Medical, Dental, Vision

• 24/7 Virtual Care including Onsite Health Screening Events

• Marketplace Discount

• Onsite Gyms

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Wellness Program

• Basic Life, Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurances
- Additional voluntary benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Plans.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA-includes Dependent Care).

Essential Job Functions

• Develops and coordinates County health education programs including prevention and education services, counseling, and training.
• Coordinates and presents a variety of workshops designed to educate the public on health, nutrition, exercise/sports science, chronic disease, tobacco use prevention, opioid overdose prevention, and other issues as may be defined by the grant program and the prevention of illness, disease and injury.
• Provides prevention and intervention programming for community members; refers community members to appropriate County or outside agency for assistance.
• Answers questions and provides information to the public; conducts community outreach services to include preparing articles and providing interviews for mass media publication. Participates in community task forces/committees and special events.
• Documents, collects, and interprets data for reporting to state and federal agencies. Assists in identifying funding sources and preparing of grant proposals.
• Assists in interpreting program goals while monitoring compliance with state, federal and local policies and procedures, regulations and division rules.
• Coordinates and organizes collaborated community-wide task forces to address and assess local needs as they related to health issues.
• Attains additional knowledge in the health education field and area to which assigned through reading of health-related information and materials and attends training and educational classes.
• Create and maintain a supportive work environment with other departments and community programs, Public Health divisions, and Public Health leadership on accreditation domain while maintaining a culture of quality improvement.
• Apply basic principles, practices, techniques, teaching, and communication methods related to the age, gender, race/ethnicity, educational level and socioeconomic status of community members.
• Communicate and act in a culturally competent and professional manner maintaining cooperative relationships with community members, co-workers, and work contacts.

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health education, or related field.
• One (1) year experience working with the public in the public health education field.
• OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT

• Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.
• Willing to attain additional knowledge in the health education field and area to which assigned through reading of health- related information and materials and attending training and educational classes.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Public Health and health education techniques and skills. Some assignments may require specialized knowledge specific to the area of assignment such as exercise/sports science, gardening, tobacco use prevention, opioid overdose prevention, chronic disease, nutrition, techniques and skills or prevention/education/intervention techniques and skills.
• Principles, practices, and services related to public health and the specific area to which assigned (i.e. nutrition, opioid overdose prevention, chronic disease, nutrition, etc.)
• Methods and theory of education, individual and group-process counseling.
• Research, analysis, evaluation and reporting techniques.
• Budgetary and financial procedures, grantsmanship and data processing applications.
• Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.
• Effectively operate and utilize of a variety of laboratory equipment and other equipment used in a health service area.
• Effectively operate a variety of office equipment to include computer keyboard, faxes transmittal, and copiers.
• Develop, plan, implement and evaluate community health education and prevention programs.
• Compile and analyze data and prepare reports.
• Effectively assign, train and oversee subordinates.
• Make decisions in accordance with established policies and regulations.
• Understand, interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations regarding public education/prevention programs to include departmental procedures and requirements.
• Deal with issues and/or situations which may be controversial or sensitive in nature.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the community, coworkers, supervisor, health professionals and clients.
• Meet the physical requirements of job assignments.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation.
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Mohave County has an extensive benefits package with exceptional health, wellness, and work/life balance offerings, financial & retirement benefits, comprehensive leave program, and more.
Check out our Benefits Guide for full details!

Closing Date/Time: 12/6/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

Salary:

$43,867.20 - $49,358.40 Annually