NYCAMH-Bilingual Agricultural Safety Educator

The best thing about this roleAre you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.What you'll doThe Bilingual Agricultural Safety Educator (ASE) is an English/Spanish speaking person responsible for implementing occupational health education and safety programs for the agricultural community. Education and training efforts will include but are not limited to providing: on farm safety audits, agricultural safety trainings on all types of agricultural hazards, curriculum translation, Basic First Aid and CPR trainings and consultations with farm owners and managers. The ASE serves as a technical consultant for occupational safety issues in the agricultural industry, writes educational articles for numerous agricultural publications, and assists in the development of new curriculum. The ASE will also actively participate in trade shows and outreach events and will support the sale of personal protective equipment (PPE) and installation of power take off (PTO) Shielding. The ASE will work with the agricultural community, legislators, educators, researchers and Bassett Healthcare Network staff to support the mission of NYCAMH.Conducts farm safety audits to identify areas of concern, and areas not in compliance with OSHA regulationsConducts consultations with farm owners and safety officers on hazards identified in safety audits, provides support to farm owners in completing necessary forms and paperworkCoordinate and deliver youth specific programmingCompletes written reports outlining audit outcomes and provides these to the farm owners/managers and granting agenciesDelivers agricultural education and safety programs on a wide variety of farm safety topics in English and SpanishDevelops pertinent lesson plans in English and Spanish and compiles them into a curriculum as neededDesigns and implements demonstrations and teaching aids in English and SpanishAssist in creating and designing outreach material in English and Spanish for promotional and training purposesGenerates educational resources in English and Spanish for distribution to farm safety and health educatorsMaintains working knowledge of issues relevant to agricultural safety and healthProvides technical assistance and consultation relevant to agricultural safety and healthTeaches farm safety and health, and emergency response-related programs and classes to students of all ages in English and SpanishSpeaks at professional engagements regarding farm safety and healthSeeks out and establishes new avenues to promote farm safety and healthEstablishes working relationships with farm employers, agribusinesses, and other organizations to broaden contact baseBuilds on existing professional relationships to expand educational opportunitiesRepresents NYCAMH in professional organizationsAttends meetings and is actively involved in farm safety and health organizationsAssists in preparation of reports for funding agencies such as NYS DOL and NIOSHTrain and assist farm employers to administer farm safety programsPublicizes and promotes NYCAMH's work and research findingsWrites articles for agriculture related magazines, journals, periodicals and newspapersFacilitates displays and presentationsConducts radio and speaking engagements if opportunities are presentedAssists in design of evaluation strategiesAssists in design of evaluation instruments in English and SpanishAssists in collection of evaluation data in English and SpanishAssists in re-design of programs based upon evaluation findingsOccupational health service delivery responsibilities-translation for farmworker health screenings, hearing conservation and fit-testing activities in English and Spanish, as well as service provisionPerform screenings using appropriate equipment and established protocolsAssure quality of all screening protocols, individual results and group reportsMaintain documentation required to ensure accurate, precise test resultsTravel vouchers for work-related travel are processed on timeActively supports the PPE Sales programRegular attendance at NYCAMH staff meetingsAssist other cores in their work as neededPerforms other duties as requested and observed by managementWhat we need from youEducation:4 Year/Bachelor's Degree, requiredexperience may be considered in lieu of educationMaster's Degree in agricultural or educational field, preferredExperience:2 years' experience with agriculture or related field, requiredWorking knowledge of farm machinery and farm practices, preferredLicensure/Certifications:Valid NYS Driver's License with responsible driving record, requiredNYS Teaching Certificate, preferredCompletion of Defensive Drive Course within one month from date of hire, requiredOSHA training certifications, preferredFirst Aid, CPR, and Stop the Bleed certification, preferredSkills:CommunicationPhysical Requirements:Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objectsOccasional crouching, grasping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walkingFrequent typing/clerical/dexterity, lifting, seeing/monitor/computer use, standingConstant hearing, talkingHazards:Occasional chemical, electrical, mechanicalWorking Conditions:Occasional wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odorsFrequent noiseTravel:Extensive Travel - You should expect to travel every week.Total RewardsBassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick timeMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability protectionRetirement benefits including an employer matchAnd more!Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.Pay TransparencySalary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.Pay Range Minimum:USD $25.23/Hr.Pay Range Maximum:USD $37.85/Hr.We love the difference people bringWe provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.