Health Educator 1-4 HX or SV

Job Summary

Involves planning, implementing, and evaluating health education programs to prevent illness and promote health. Responsible for interventions at the individual, community, organizational, and policy level.

Please note: Health Educator HX titles are patient-facing positions; Health Educator SV titles are student-facing.

Job Title	Health Educator 1 HX Health Educator 1 SV	Health Educator 2 HX Health Educator 2 SV	Health Educator 3 HX Health Educator 3 SV	Health Educator 4 HX Health Educator 4 SV
Job Code	5355 / 4990	5356 / 4991	5357 / 4992	5358 / 4994
Bargaining Unit	HX / SV	HX / SV	HX / SV	HX /SV
FLSA	Non-Exempt	Non-Exempt	Exempt	Exempt
Generic Scope	Entry-level professional with limited prior experience; learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity; works on assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. Employees at this level are expected to acquire the skills and knowledge to perform more advanced work following an agreed upon time in position, through defined training and development planning.	Professional who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments / projects / tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action.	Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems / issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.	Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues / problems without precedent and / or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.
Custom Scope	Learns to use professional health education concepts. Applies campus policies and procedures to resolve routine issues. Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. This title is bargaining unit only. There should never be an uncovered position	Uses professional health education concepts. Applies campus policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Typically, the bargaining unit job code should be used for work covered by this title. However, if the position is not covered by the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) due to one of the following reasons—(1) Confidential status, where duties normally require access to confidential information that significantly influences the development of management’s bargaining or grievance positions; (2) employed outside of California at a location with 100 or fewer employees; or (3) Supervisory status, where duties include supervising employees as a regular part of the job—then the position should be listed under the generic title without the “HX or SV” ending.	Uses skills as an experienced health education professional with a full understanding of industry practices and campus policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Typically, the bargaining unit job code should be used for work covered by this title. However, if the position is not covered by the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) due to one of the following reasons—(1) Confidential status, where duties normally require access to confidential information that significantly influences the development of management’s bargaining or grievance positions; (2) employed outside of California at a location with 100 or fewer employees; or (3) Supervisory status, where duties include supervising employees as a regular part of the job—then the position should be listed under the generic title without the “HX or SV” ending.	Using advanced and specialized expertise, designs and implements a wide variety of health promotion, education programs for the campus, and in conjunction with community outreach programs. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data and situations requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Typically, the bargaining unit job code should be used for work covered by this title. However, if the position is not covered by the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) due to one of the following reasons—(1) Confidential status, where duties normally require access to confidential information that significantly influences the development of management’s bargaining or grievance positions; (2) employed outside of California at a location with 100 or fewer employees; or (3) Supervisory status, where duties include supervising employees as a regular part of the job—then the position should be listed under the generic title without the “HX or SV” ending.
Key Resp 01	Under direct supervision, learns to identify areas of need for health promotion and education programs.	Under general supervision, conducts needs analysis for health promotion and education.	Conducts in-depth needs analysis for health education programs, services and promotional activities.	Applies advanced concepts to conduct wide-ranging needs analysis for health care programs.
Key Resp 02	Learns to present health promotion and education programs and delivers workshops on routine information.	Gathers and analyzes data to assess the effectiveness of course content and training techniques. Suggests changes  to improve program effectiveness.	Assesses the effectiveness of course content, training techniques and delivery methods. Develops recommendations to improve effectiveness.	Evaluates the effectiveness of health education program and promotional efforts. Develops strategies to improve content delivery and impact.
Key Resp 03	Provides information on current and upcoming courses and programs.	Under general supervision, delivers health promotion and education classes on general topics.	Deliver classes on health-related topics such as nutrition, weight and diabetes management, smoking cessation, stress management, prenatal care, hypertension and cardiovascular health.	Recommends new health education courses, programs and promotional strategies to address the diverse needs of the patient / student community.
Key Resp 04	Learns to develop new courses and content information.	Assists with developing new courses and educational material.	Contributes to articles regarding health issues and develops tailored educational material.	Represents the Health Affairs Office to the Office of the President and / or community organizations.
Key Resp 05		Develops, secures, and maintains equipment and instructional material needed to conduct classes.	Develops, secures, and maintains equipment and instructional material needed for classes and outreach activities.	Initiates revisions to program courses, content, and program design.
Key Resp 06		Assists with developing new courses and content information.	Assists in promoting health education to targeted audiences such as physicians, patients, students and staff.	Leads health promotion campaigns, education and community outreach.   May lead a team of health education professionals.
Key Resp 07		Supports the implementation and assessment of health promotion and education programs.	Develops, implements and evaluates health promotion and education programs and associated business processes.	Collaborates with community leaders and / or Office of the President to develop outreach programs and coordinate efforts.
Education 1	Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training	Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training	Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training	Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Education 2				Advanced degree preferred.
Special Condition	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.
KSA 01	Basic knowledge of the health promotion and education field.	Working knowledge of the health promotion and education field.	Thorough knowledge of the health promotion and education field.	Advanced knowledge of the health promotion and education and / or related education programs and services.
KSA 02	Basic understanding of  health education and promotion programs and services.	Working knowledge of the design and delivery of health education programs.	Thorough knowledge of the design and delivery of health education and promotion programs and services.	Advanced knowledge of the design and delivery of health education and promotion programs and services.
KSA 03	Ability to assist with the implementation of health education programs and services.	Demonstrated ability to assist with the implementation of health education programs and services.	Proficient in designing and implementing effective health education programs and services.	Highly proficient in the development and delivery of diverse health education programs and services.
KSA 04	Effective interpersonal skills needed to work with a diverse client group.	Effective interpersonal skills to engage and collaborate with a diverse client group.	Strong interpersonal skills to engage and collaborate with a diverse client group.	Highly effective interpersonal skills to  foster collaboration and effectively engage with a diverse client population.
KSA 05	Ability to acquire the requisite skills to interpret and respond to client needs.	Ability to recognize organizational needs and respond appropriately.	Skilled in identifying and responding to organizational needs.	Highly skilled in identifying and responding to organizational needs.
KSA 06	Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.	Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.	Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.	Advanced communication skills, both verbal and written.
KSA 07	Ability to acquire the requisite skills to support the delivery of health-related programs.	Ability to support the delivery of health-related programs that meet the needs of a diverse population.	Ability to deliver health-related programs that meet the needs of a diverse population.	Advanced ability to deliver comprehensive health-related programs that meet the needs of a diverse population including at-risk and underserved groups.
KSA 08	Basic organizational skills	Effective organizational skills	Strong organizational skills	Highly effective organizational skills
Environment	Campus, medical center or other university setting and various external venues.	Campus, medical center or other university setting and various external venues.	Campus, medical center or other university setting and various external venues.	Campus, medical center or other university setting and various external venues.