The Barren River District Health Department serves the residents and visitors of Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Simpson, and Warren counties of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. BRDHD staff are committed to providing essential public health services in the community. Our mission is to serve our community with a commitment to excellence in quality service by protecting and improving the environment and health of people through prevention, surveillance, education, and partnerships.
The Barren River District Health Department is accepting applications for a full-time Health Educator I to be based in Barren County, but will serve all 8 counties as needed (Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Simpson and Warren).
Responsibilities:
- This position will be responsible for a variety of health education duties and will develop relationships with community partners to advance the health of the community.
- Duties will include Maternal/Child health initiatives, tobacco prevention, cessation and policy development.
- Additionally, this position will actively participate in coalitions.
- This position will assist with harm reduction efforts and work within the syringe services program.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- The minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree.
- Preference will be given to applicants that are bilingual.
- Applicant must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Why Work with Us?
We understand the need for work-life balance.
- Our agency works on a typical Monday thru Friday schedule from 8-4pm- for a total of a 37.5 hour work week.
- We provide paid time off for vacations and sick days.
- 11 ½ paid holidays
Our Comprehensive Benefits package is pretty great too.
- Excellent Health Insurance benefits
- Dental and Vision benefits (individual policies paid for by the agency)
- FSA/HRA options available
- Life insurance policy of $20,000 (paid for by agency)
- Retirement through the Kentucky Public Pension Authority (KPPA)
And so much more!
The minimum hourly wage is $18.07. After a successful 6-month probationary period, the employee would receive a 5% increase. Annually, employees receive a board-approved raise.
Ready to make a difference?
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.07 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Commute:
- Glasgow, KY 42142 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Glasgow, KY 42142: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person