Health Education Specialists

01

Prepare and distribute health education materials, such as reports, bulletins, and visual aids, to address smoking, vaccines, and other public health concerns.

02

Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with agencies and organizations interested in public health care.

03

Maintain databases, mailing lists, telephone networks, and other information to facilitate the functioning of health education programs.

04

Document activities and record information, such as the numbers of applications completed, presentations conducted, and persons assisted.

05

Develop and present health education and promotion programs, such as training workshops, conferences, and school or community presentations.

06

Collaborate with health specialists and civic groups to determine community health needs and the availability of services and to develop goals for meeting needs.

07

Develop, conduct, or coordinate health needs assessments and other public health surveys.

08

Supervise professional and technical staff in implementing health programs, objectives, and goals.

09

Develop operational plans and policies necessary to achieve health education objectives and services.

10

Develop educational materials and programs for community agencies, local government, and state government.