Overview
Under the general direction of the OLPPP Chief, the Bilingual Health Program Specialist II has primary responsibility in OLPPP for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of complex multilingual outreach, education, and training materials and methods and the development of a comprehensive communication plan. Works closely with other OLPPP staff designing and implementing special intervention projects which address high-visibility lead-related hazards in vulnerable, hard-to-reach employer and worker populations; has primary responsibility for the design and conduct of the educational and evaluation components of these projects.
Provides expert advice and guidance to the OLPPP and OHB Chiefs on Departmental web policies and standards and represents OHB on Departmental website task forces. Oversees all aspects of lead-related web pages and coordinates with Cal/OSHA on cross-posting of lead-related program materials.
Follows state and federal legislation relevant to occupational health and safety outreach and education, and prepares bill analyses and budget change proposals when appropriate. Recommends language for Cal/OSHA regulations and health standards in the areas of worker training and hazard communication.
Coordinates the activities of other OHB staff in the area of multilingual communications and serves as a branch-wide expert on translation of educational materials.
The position reports directly to the Chief, Occupational Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (OLPPP).
About California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
CDPH works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision
CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.
Diversity Statement
At CDPH, equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
