HIV STD Outreach - Public Health Educator

What You'll Be Doing

Join #Team Wake as a Public Health Educator!

The Health Education and Outreach Team plays a vital role in advancing the HIV and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (HIV/STD) Community Program within the Wake County Public Health Department. This team brings public health education beyond clinic walls and into the community, using connection, creativity, and evidence-based strategies to reduce risk, increase awareness, and prevent HIV and STD transmission.

Responsibilities include:

• Plan, implement, and deliver age-appropriate, interactive, and culturally competent HIV/STD and Hepatitis C education programs using evidence-based curriculum
• Conduct community outreach activities, education sessions, and screenings in collaboration with internal teams and community partners
• Engage and educate diverse populations, with an emphasis on youth and young adults
• Build and maintain effective relationships with community organizations, agencies, and key stakeholders serving priority populations
• Use social media, mobile applications, and other technology to promote HIV/STD education, prevention, and testing
• Work respectfully and effectively with marginalized populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use or mental health challenges, incarceration, commercial sex work, and transitional housing
• Collect, document, and submit required program data and narrative reports
• Communicate public health information clearly, accurately, and professionally to community members and health professionals

This position also leverages social media, mobile applications, and other technologies to promote HIV/STD education and testing. The ideal candidate has experience working in community-based settings and is comfortable engaging with individuals who may be navigating complex life circumstances.

NOTE: Upon acceptance of employment you acknowledge that (i) if you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, (ii) actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours.

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County.

• Bachelor’s degree
• Two years of job-related experience
• Valid Driver’s License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

• High level of knowledge of HIV/STD prevention, transmission, symptoms and disease progression
• Non-judgmental and exhibit a passion for HIV/STD prevention through prior work or volunteer experience
• Experience in culturally competent, multi-session, curriculum-based program design and implementation
• Strong written and oral communication skills with outgoing, engaging personality
• Exhibit a high level of understanding, comfort and experience in discussing human sexuality and sexual activities including sexual identities, sexual orientation and been able to…