Position Title: Health Educator

Department: Program Development

Reports To: Trainer

POSITION SUMMARY

Full-time position. Will primarily provide support to the Trainer in a) developing the outreach and training materials; b) dissemination to training materials across the state; c) identify site/locations for outreach and training activities; d) prepare an electronic log to document the distribution of outreach materials; e) prepare a quarterly report of the dissemination of outreach and training materials; and f) develop and submit accurate reports on training activities, agencies served and other information as needed.

Must have excellent writing and communication skills; strong organizational skills; and ability to work with a team.

SALARY RANGE:

$24.75 - $28.50 per hour DOE

We offer a competitive benefits package:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays (12)
• Paid Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Competitive wages
• Stability and career advancement
• Continuing Education Opportunities

HOURS

8 per Day / 5 Days per Week

CATEGORIES OF DUTIES

1. Promotes Health Education throughout the community, solicits and assesses patients’ interest in program participation and assures that patients meet the eligibility criteria as specified by the program objectives.
2. Conducts structured, scheduled educational sessions covering approved topics.
3. Identifies site locations for outreach work and health education classes.
4. Conducts formal event outreach to foster awareness of healthcare services.
5. Recommends pertinent information and referral services for medical, social and emotional support.
6. Updates curricula for health education sessions, including pre- and post-tests.
7. Establishes and keeps current a resource file/directory of information regarding available programs, services, contact persons and avenues of access in the community, and current trends of knowledge regarding health services.
8. Attends community and agency meetings as well as outreach events as required.
9. Assists with orienting new Health Educators to program’s policies and procedures.
10. Develops and submits accurate reports regarding program activities, patients served and other information as needed.
11. Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Director and/or Administration.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Must have a BA/BS degree in health or human/social service-related field preferred or 1 year work related experience. Must have a valid California driver’s license and current automobile insurance. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.