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The Job WANT TO BE PART OF A TEAM THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY. APPLY TODAY TO GET STARTED. The Preschool Services Department (PSD) is recruiting for Health Education Specialists - Contract who participate in all phases of PSD health programs which includes the planning and evaluation of health service functions and collecting and analyzing health data for children up to age five enrolled in PSD preschool programs.

An eligible list will be established to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout San Bernardino County. *Official Title: HVP Health Education Specialist - Contract ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The Preschool Services Department (PSD) and the Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) are partnering together to provide a new home visiting program to eligible San Bernardino County residents. The program is funded by the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) Home Visiting Program (HVP) grant.

The purpose of the HVP is to support positive health, development, and well-being outcomes for parenting and pregnant women, families and infants born into poverty, expanding their future educational, economic, and financial capability opportunities, and improving the likelihood that they will exit poverty. EXCELLENT BENEFITS CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 1) Must be able to lift and carry a small child (up to 50 lbs.) as needed/in the event of an emergency. Other physical demands include: sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting, grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, using smell and touch, working outside and vision and hearing

2) Pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792). 3) A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

4) This is a contract position and continued employment is based on funding availability. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment.

If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Care Provider Management Bureau (CPMB). With the exception of minor traffic violations, all convictions, including misdemeanors, felonies, and convictions occurring a long time ago, require an exemption. CPMB also examines arrest records to determine if there is a possible danger to clients.

Crimes against children and convictions of a violent nature, such as sex offenses, murder, manslaughter, arson, and robbery are crimes for which an exemption cannot be issued. (Health & Safety Code section 1596.871) Minimum Requirements CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENT: OPTION 1 Must possess one (1) year of full-time equivalent work experience in a public health department or health services clinic or outpatient care work environment (e.g., home health, correctional nursing, hospice, skilled nursing, acute care facilities, etc.) which involved collaborating with health professionals in providing services AND a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license issued by the State of California. OPTION 2 Must possess one (1) year of full-time equivalent experience working in a public health department or health services provider working with children ages 0-5 which involved collaborating with health professionals in providing services AND a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license issued by the State of California

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION (Must be attached): A copy of valid Licensed Vocational Nurse license (refer to the Board of Vocational Nursing to obtain an electronic copy). Required documentation MUST be attached to your application. Or email to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov Subject: PSD Health Education Specialist (LVN) - HVP Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application

Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in in health science, health care administration, school health, nutrition, nursing or other health related field and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Selection Process Examination Procedure: There will be a determination of minimum qualifications based upon a review of the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure: Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email.

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Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy. For more important details, review the links below: Guide to Completing a County Job Application Applicant Information and the County Employment Process.