Job Description
Join our elite team at the Texas Department of State Health Services as a Weekend Shift Public Health Specialist! This unique opportunity allows you to serve Houston's diverse community while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule with weekends off. We're seeking passionate professionals dedicated to protecting public health through innovative outreach, emergency response coordination, and community education initiatives. With comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and career advancement opportunities, this role offers the perfect blend of purpose and flexibility.
Why Join Us?
- Weekend schedule with weekday flexibility
- Comprehensive state benefits package
- Opportunities for specialized training
- Impactful work in public health
- Collaborative team environment
Responsibilities
- Coordinate weekend public health outreach events across Houston communities
- Conduct health screenings and immunization clinics during weekend shiftsManage emergency response protocols for weekend health incidents
- Develop and deliver public health education materials for diverse audiences
- Collaborate with healthcare providers for weekend patient care coordination
- Monitor and report weekend health data trends to state authorities
- Participate in weekend disaster preparedness drills and response activities
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, or related field
- 2+ years experience in public health or healthcare environment
- Valid Texas driver's license and reliable transportation
- Weekend availability and flexibility for on-call rotations
- Certification in CPR and First Aid
- Experience with community health outreach programs
- Strong communication skills in English and Spanish preferred
- Ability to work independently and in high-pressure situations