Health Education Specialist

Organize and implement public health education and prevention programs. Counsel patients and provides referral assistance regarding methods to improve health. Assists in the preparation of grant proposals. Plans and conducts in-service health education and training programs. Maintains liaisons between the Health Department and other public and private agencies, community organizations, and professional groups. Assists in the preparation of marketing strategies and distributes health education materials. Participates in health education programs, conferences and community programs. Provides assistance to individuals and community groups to obtain health education and prevention information. Assists in the preparation of health education protocols for state mandated programs. Implements strategies to raise awareness of health issues.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Health Education Specialist in 2222 M St, Merced, CA 95340, USA is $41,000 to $65,000 per year. This range varies greatly depending on experience, education level, and other factors.

Merced County, is a county located in the northern San Joaquin Valley section of the Central Valley, in the U.S. state of California. As of the 2010 census, the population was 255,793. The county seat is Merced. The county is named after the Merced River.