Health Education Specialist

Summary This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Laboratory Systems and Response, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. This announcement will close at 11:59 PM, on the day that 50 applications have been received or the closing date of the announcement, whichever comes first. Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. It is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.Major Duties: WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY As a(n) Health Education Specialist, you will: Develop, implement, and deliver health education strategies, training materials, and educational resources using instructional design principles, adult learning methods, and multiple formats (e.g., classroom, digital, self-study, and print materials) to support public health prevention initiatives. Conduct needs assessments and evaluate health education programs and training activities to identify priorities, measure effectiveness, and improve educational materials, curricula, and public health strategies. Provide technical assistance to partners, grantees, contractors, and stakeholders; build collaborative relationships; and support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education initiatives through coordination, communication, and resource development.