Position Title: Health Educator II

Department: Grant Writing

Reports To: As assigned by Program Director

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for ODHRTA health education and outreach work (Lead Recruiter), and reports to College Supervisor, Dean of A&R. This position requires local travel, setting/adhering to own schedule and independent decision-making regarding patient recruitment and provision of services. Provides education though educational sessions, group presentations, referrals and follow-up to increase awareness and utilization of health services for the community.

SALARY RANGE

$25 - $33 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, as needed
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 Director and/or Administrator.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

1. BA/BS degree in health or human/social service-related field preferred and 1 year work related experience or three (3) years work related experience

2. Valid California driver’s license and insurance.

3. Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.