Job Summary: Under direct supervision, uses basic knowledge and skills obtained through education to obtain on-the-job training experience in the areas of Health Promotion and Obesity Prevention, Substance Misuse Prevention, Education & Workforce Development, or Behavioral Health. Interns will have the opportunity to actively participate in program deliverables including direct education and/or community-based projects that address policy, system or environmental changes, and/or public health.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assisting with facilitation of program deliverables.
Providing service to the following age populations: children, adolescents, adults, and senior citizens in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.
Maintaining professional relationships with community partners to ensure the successful delivery of programming.
Conduct research and compile data for reports and presentations.
Assist in the development and implementation of programs and initiatives.
Support outreach efforts to raise awareness about public health issues in the community.
Participate in community events and health fairs to promote education and services.
Collaborate with team members to develop educational materials and resources for various audiences.
Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, organizing files, and managing databases.
Assist with program evaluation and data analysis to assess the effectiveness of interventions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Cultural competency

Skill in:

Public speaking
Facilitation and/or classroom training experience (preferred)
Data entry (preferred)
Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications, including Microsoft Office and Teams

Ability to:

• Travel to multiple sites to provide services

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements:

Minimum Degree Required: None.
Required Disciplines:
1. Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Work, Public Health, Health Education, Community Health or a related field

~or~

Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Licenses/Certifications:

Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire:
1. None

Working Conditions:

Hours: Normal business hours. Ability to adjust hours of work based on the community needs, including some evening and weekends.

Travel Required: Local travel only

Working Environment: Climate controlled office environment during normal business hours.

Job Family: Intern

Physical Requirements:

Sitting	Up to 7 hour(s) per day	Lifting	Up to .5 hour(s) per day
Walking	Up to 2 hour(s) per day		Up to 50 max. pounds**
Standing	Up to 4 hour(s) per day	Pushing	Up to .5 hour(s) per day
Bending	Up to 1 hour(s) per day		Up to 50 max. pounds**
Squatting	Up to 1 hour(s) per day	Pulling	Up to .5 hour(s) per day
Stooping	Up to 1 hour(s) per day		Up to 50 max. pounds**
Reaching	Up to 2 hour(s) per day	Climbing	Up to .5 hour(s) per day
Balancing	Will not generally apply	Stairs	Up to .5 hour(s) per day
Twisting	Up to 1 hour(s) per day	Ladder	Will not generally apply
Crawling	Will not generally apply	Step-stool	Will not generally apply
Kneeling	Up to 1 hour(s) per day	Excessive heat	Will not generally apply
Typing	Up to 4 hour(s) per day	Excessive cold	Will not generally apply
Data Entry	Up to 4 hour(s) per day	Dust	Will not generally apply
		Humidity	Will not generally apply
		Loud Noise	Will not generally apply
		Hands in Water	Will not generally apply
Unusual hearing or vision demands:	None specified
Other physical demands or notes:	** Employees should not attempt to lift, pull or push a load in excess of 50 lbs. without assistance. Care should always be taken when lifting, pushing or pulling in an awkward position.

Last updated: April 10, 2024

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