SHIFT Healthcare Provider Educator

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As the SHIFT (Safe, Healthy Infants & Families Thrive) Healthcare Provider Educator, you will be part of an exciting new multidisciplinary community collaborative working to facilitate engagement with expectant parents who have a substance use disorder (SUD). This includes working with healthcare agencies to increase knowledge and education about the intersection of prenatal care and SUD treatment. Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require One year of experience working within the healthcare community Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Health Education, Public Health, Early Child Development, or another closely related field An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis We Also Value Experience working with funders to develop federal, state, or private grant proposals or preparing, negotiating, and monitoring contract documents Job Contributions Implement a CME-accredited program for medical professionals focused on the intersection of prenatal care and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. The program will emphasize Maricopa SHIFT's non-stigmatizing philosophy and collaborative approach, promoting compassionate and effective care Educate healthcare professionals on best practices for managing Perinatal Substance Use Disorder, with a focus on dispelling common myths and presenting evidence-based information Build and maintain collaborative relationships with over 50 service providers involved in SHIFT-related initiatives across Maricopa County Design and implement strategies to help providers effectively engage eligible families who may be marginalized, avoid prenatal care, or reside in opioid "hotspots" within the County Target populations include individuals experiencing homelessness, incarceration, or detention; juveniles; Native American communities; non-English speakers; and upper/middle-class parents with substance use disorders or other barriers to care Represent the Maricopa County Department of Public Health by actively participating in community coalitions, conferences, and workgroups Collaborate with the Communications team and other stakeholders to create and update written SHIFT materials for community distribution, ensuring content remains accurate and relevant. Manage and update website content to reflect current information and resources Evaluate the effectiveness of health education programs in meeting grant objectives and impacting the target population's knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, practices, and behaviors using appropriate data collection methods Use the results, along with community feedback, to inform future program planning and guide policy development Engage extensively with underserved communities through frequent collaboration with academia, community-based organizations, and public or private agencies. Build and maintain active support for health education programs within these networks Partner with Labor and Delivery NICUs in hospitals across Maricopa County

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Posting Date 06/22/26 Application Deadline 06/26/26 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $25.00 - $30.75 hourly Full Pay Range: $25.00 - $36.50 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Public Health

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