The BayCare Kids Wellness & Safety Instructor provides health and safety education programs to caregivers and children as part of the Children's Wellness & Safety program. Participates in community events, health fairs and other projects promoting Winter Haven Hospital and Bartow Regional Hospital. May be required to design and implement curriculums for caregivers and/or children ages 3 to grade 12. Travels within the service area of Polk County and Plant City area using own transportation. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors – Physical Education or Health Education or Bachelors in Related Field
• Experience working with other professionals, childcare providers, caregivers, and children of all ages in a classroom/presentation setting.

Position: BayCare Kids Wellness and Safety Specialist: Polk County/Plant City/Brandon region

• The BayCare Kids Wellness & Safety educator provides Physical Activity and Nutrition programs to caregivers and children ages 3 to 12th grade within the Polk County school system, summer camp programs, churches, and other community locations. Please visit https://baycare.org/specialties-and-treatments/pediatric-services-at-baycare/pediatric-education-and-support/childrens-wellness-and-safety-center/community-programs/for more information on all that we offer.
• CPR/First Aid Certification Training, Child Passenger Safety Technician, Bike Helmet fitting, and Safe Sitter training and continuing education is provided.
• Self-study time for the following curriculums: Kids Power Nutrition and Physical Activity curriculum (Pre-K through Middle School) and optional Let’s Talk Puberty.
• Our team focuses on quality education. An official curriculum check-off process is completed before independently teaching. Numerous opportunities for Professional Growth via in person and online trainings such as Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support Training, Safe Baby by Healthy Start, DiSC communication style assessment, The Art of Emotional Intelligence, The Power of Positivity, Youth First Aid Mental Health and much more.
• This position is PRN- paid for actual hours worked and requires a minimum of 30 hours/maximum of 40 on average per week.
• Travels within Polk County and Plant City using own transportation and travels with teaching supplies.
• Medical benefits are available after one year of service.
• 1 weekend day per month is required.

Benefits include:

• All required certifications and training are provided.
• • CPR/First Aid instructor, Child Passenger Safety Technician, Safe Sitter, Florida Bike and Pedestrian- Helmet Fitting Trainer
  • Self-study time for the following curriculums: Kids Power Nutrition and Physical Activity curriculum (Pre-K through Middle School) and optional Let’s Talk Puberty.
  • Our team focuses on quality education. An official curriculum check-off process is completed before independently teaching. Numerous opportunities for Professional Growth via in person and online trainings such as Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support Training, Safe Baby by Healthy Start, DiSC communication style assessment, The Art of Emotional Intelligence, The Power of Positivity, Youth First Aid Mental Health and much more.
• Tuition assistance program- $3,000 each year for degrees/training related to jobs available within BayCare as well as qualifying schools.
• Participation in BayCare Health System Retirement Plan:
• • Annual Match Contribution up to 3% when employee contributes 6%
  • Annual Core Contribution- additional 2% year-end contribution based on year-end salary.

Status: PRN, Exempt: Yes

Shift Hours: Variable

Weekend Work: Occasional

On Call: No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled