Health Educator I

HEALTH EDUCATOR 1 JOB SUMMARY

Helps ensure the delivery of high-quality comprehensive health education and promotion services to CCHC's patients and community members. In this role, Health Educators will actively engage patients in direct patient education in order to optimize and increase the knowledge, attitudes and skills to adopt and maintain healthy behaviors throughout lives. They are prepared to educate patients and families on public health initiatives and best practices for a healthy lifestyle. Under general supervision, the health educator plans, implements, and evaluates health education and/or clinical training programs, and other activities for individual, group, and/or community needs. In addition, they will collaborate with other departments within CCHC to determine the health needs and develop desirable health goals for the patient. 

 HEALTH EDUCATOR 1 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, develops and implements health education, including preparation, facilitation, and follow-up.
• Assists in the assessment of patient needs for health education.
• Develop health education materials including brochures, pamphlets, and visual aids, to enhance health literacy among individuals of all ages. 
• Assess the effectiveness of health education programs through evaluations and feedback, and make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.
• Stay updated on the latest research, trends, and best practices in health education, and incorporate relevant information into program development.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of program activities, participant interactions, and outcomes.
• Translates scientific language and concepts into clear, simple and understandable information.
• Serves as a health education resource for CCHC.
• Provides face to face and telehealth patient education at CCHC sites.
• Keeps records and performs data entry duties as required.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and incentives.
• Attends trainings and conferences as needed.
• Assists in formulation, planning, and implementation of health education policies, procedures and programs.
• Identifies, schedules and participates in community events including health fairs and other special events to promote clinical linkages.
• Identifies, schedules and facilitates one-one-one, telehealth, and group health education sessions on various topics such as nutrition, disease prevention, sexual health, mental wellness, and lifestyle choices. 
• Develops and participates in the spread of new programs as needed.
• Travels to service locations as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned and required.

HEALTH EDUCATOR 1 EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Nursing or related field.
• Previous experience in health education, community outreach, or a related role.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience providing group/class training/teaching.
• Experience working with children, adolescents and adults, and/or low-income culturally diverse populations.
• Experience with social network media including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
• Must speak Spanish, Armenian, or Russian

HEALTH EDUCATOR 1 PAY RATE: $21- $25/hr

HEALTH EDUCATOR I BENEFITS: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision – 100% paid by Employer
• Life Insurance and Accidental Dismemberment – 100% paid by Employer
• Paid Holidays 
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Fringe
• Supplemental Insurance

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records. In accordance with the ULAC Fair Chance Ordinance, we will not inquire about or consider criminal history until after a candidate has received a copy of their background check report. All applicants will be evaluated based on their qualifications and ability to perform the essential functions of the job. For more information, please refer to LA County Fair Chance Hiring.