NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago
Health Educator II, (A266027-1), 204, Healthy Texas Babies
Laredo, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$17.37/hr - $17.37/hr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Health Educator II to work under the Healthy Texas Mothers and Babies program in the Community Health Division, focusing on improving maternal and infant health outcomes. The role involves strategic planning, outreach, and education efforts to support community health initiatives and reduce disparities in infant mortality.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate and implement activities that support the Healthy Texas Mothers and Babies (HTMB) program, including safe infant sleep education, breastfeeding promotion, and maternal health initiatives
Develop and adapt culturally appropriate educational materials and outreach strategies to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in the community
Facilitate community trainings and classes for parents, caregivers, and partner organization on topics such as safe infant sleep, breastfeeding support, and continuity of care
Collaborate with hospitals and clinics to review discharge process to identify gaps in continuity of care
Lead partnerships with local coalitions to advance HTMB objectives
Provide technical assistance to employers seeking the Texas Mother-Friendly Worksite (TMFW) designation and promote workplace lactation support
Conduct informational sessions for community groups, organizations, and employers on TMFW designation
Collect, analyze, and report program data, including attendance, surveys, and performance metrics, to evaluate the effectiveness of program
Monitor local maternal and infant health trends to inform strategic planning and program objectives
Use local maternal/infant health data (example: birth outcomes, breastfeeding rates, safe sleep practices) to identify high-need neighborhoods and prioritize outreach efforts
Create dashboards or reports summarizing outreach outcomes and share with stakeholders to demonstrate progress towards HTMB objectives
Communicate effectively with diverse populations in English and Spanish
Respond to inquiries from community members and partner organizations regarding HTMB resources
Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders, community groups, and professional networks on HTMB initiatives
Utilize technology and software for documentation, presentations, virtual meetings, and social media engagement aligned with HTMB messaging
Develop communication campaigns that promote HTMB goals through social media, advertisement, and print materials
Monitors and evaluates progress of the Healthy Texas Mothers and Babies (HTMB) Program
Participate in professional development and training to stay current on best practices
Apply knowledge of public health principles and maternal/infant best practices
Assist in grant reporting and documentation to ensure compliance with funding requirements
Ensure all activities adhere to state and local health department compliance policies
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree or 60 completed college hours from an accredited college/university
At least three (3) years of experience in health education and health wellness promotions
Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment
Proof of TB Test/Screening will be required to be presented prior to employment
A thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment
All selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment
All persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing
Preferred
Phlebotomy training is preferred
Benefits
10 days of paid vacation per year
6 1/2 days sick leave per year
Pension plan
16 paid Holidays
Paid health**
Dental plan**
Life insurance**
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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