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Job Description
Description
THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.
The Outreach Coordinator leads health promotion and outreach work in support of public health and community engagement best practices. This role includes extensive collaboration with local public health system partners and community members throughout Denton County.
Examples of Duties
Contacts and maintains working relationships with local health and human service agencies to provide information regarding Denton County Public Health programs, advance equitable health outcomes, and develop sustainable partnerships.
Engages with community members to promote health behaviors and achievement of the highest level of health, including educating on available public health programs and clinical services.
Attends community health events, distributes health education information, and assists in coordinating public health interventions in tandem with programs across Denton County Public Health.
Facilitates education for community members and partners in line with public health mission and programming.
Digitally designs and develops content that effectively promotes public health.
Coordinates the work of interns and/or volunteers to maximize program effectiveness.
Manages grant budget to ensure optimal use of allocated funding.
Utilizes computerized data entry equipment and various word processing, spreadsheet, and/or file maintenance programs to enter, store, and/or retrieve information as requested or otherwise necessary.
Prepares and maintains reports specific to outreach activities and key performance indicators.
Maintains various activity and outreach logs, submitting according to established procedures and grant requirements.
Regular and punctual attendance is required.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum two years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) preferred.
Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days of employment.
Supplemental Information
To ensure proper delivery of emails please add j obs@dentoncounty.gov to your email safe list.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Denton County
Show moreDenton County, Texas - Home With a population of just over 859,000, we are one of the fastest growing counties in the country. With that comes myriad development and entertainment opportunities to serve our citizens, as well as the steady stream of visitors to the area.
Located at the apex of Dallas and Fort Worth triangle, Denton County is a hub of growth and development. We have a pro-business climate, as evidenced by our low tax rate. Our government officials welcome innovative, high-quality development and the opportunity to strengthen the current economic base and create job opportunities, and are committed to an ongoing improvement in the quality of life for our citizens.
Home to two major universities, with a third under construction, and one junior college, Denton County’s focus on higher education is second to none. Not only does Denton County boast two major highways within close proximity to DFW International Airport, but we are also home to Alliance Airport, the world's first 100% industrial airport designed for cargo and corporate aviation.
According to a recent CBS News report, of the nine U.S. counties with the strongest economic growth, Denton County ranks number one. In addition, we have a well-educated, skilled workforce, and an abundance of land for future development.
We welcome you to Denton County and invite you to experience all the great things Denton County has to offer – you will not be disappointed!
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