IN-DOH-Oral Health Educator, Part Time

Nleague Services Inc

Indianapolis, Indiana

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$29–$30 Per Hour

JOB TYPE

Part-time

SKILLS

Best Practices, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Data Management, Dental Hygiene, Educational Administration, Funding, Grant Writing, Health Education, Healthcare, Interpersonal Skills, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Pamphlets, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventive Medicine, Program Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Public Health, Seminars, Training Program, Training Program Development, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Materials, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Indianapolis, Indiana

POSTED

2 days ago

Oral Health EducatorThe Oral Health Educator will play a pivotal role in promoting oral health awareness and education among schools and early learning centers. This role involves developing and delivering training programs, providing resources, and equipping school nurses and children and families in early learning centers with the knowledge and tools necessary to foster good oral hygiene practices among their student populations. The Oral health Educator will play a pivotal role in promoting oral health awareness and managing various program-related activities. Responsibilities include contributing to preparation and distribution of oral health education materials, assisting in writing grant proposals and budgets to secure necessary funding.Training & Education: Develop and conduct engaging workshops, seminars, and training sessions for school nurses on oral health best practices.Resource Development: Create educational materials, such as pamphlets, posters, and digital content, tailored for use in school settings.Collaboration: Partner with school administrators, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to ensure cohesive oral health initiatives.Advocacy: Advocate for oral health awareness in schools by promoting preventative care and regular screenings.Support: Provide ongoing guidance to school nurses, answering questions and offering solutions to challenges related to oral health management.Evaluation: Assess the effectiveness of educational programs and recommend improvements.Excellent interpersonal skills to engage with school nurses, administrators, and community stakeholders.Organizational skills to manage multiple training sessions and resources.Creativity in developing materials and presenting information in a clear, impactful way.Familiarity with behaviour change techniques for promoting improved oral health habits.Proficiency in data management and analysis, relevant background in public health and grant writing skills preferred.Bachelor’s degree in dental Hygiene, Public Health, Education or a related field.Knowledge of oral hygiene practices, common dental issues and preventative care strategies.Strong communication & presentation skills.Certification in oral health education.Experience in delivering health education or training programs, ideally in a school or healthcare setting.Prior experience in a school-based setting or early learning center.Prior experience with grant writing and budgeting.Proficiency in data management and analysis.

IN-DOH-Oral Health Educator, Part Time

Nleague Services Inc

Indianapolis, Indiana

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