NEW JOB OPENING
ORAL HEALTH EDUCATOR
IN Indianapolis, IN, USA!

***Only qualified Oral Health Educator candidates located in the Indianapolis, IN area will be considered due to the position requiring an on-site presence***



Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene, Public Health, Education or a related field



Preferred Certification:

• Certification in oral health education



Required Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Knowledge of oral hygiene practices, common dental issues and preventative care strategies

• Strong communication & presentation skills

• Ability to create accessible and engaging educational materials.

• Candidate will be required to travel throughout the state approx. 30% of the time

• 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 behavior change techniques for promoting improved oral health habits



Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• 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



The Oral Health Educator will play a pivotal role in promoting oral health awareness and education among schools, early learning center. 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



Responsibilities:

• 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

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**