What are the responsibilities and job description for the Federal Work Study Student, Population Health & Health Disparities position at UTMB Health Careers?
Minimum Qualifications:
To be trained as a lifestyle coach or leader within 3 months of hire, if leading any applicable classes.
Job Summary:
Work with the Chronic Diseases Prevention and Self-Management Program team to enroll or lead program classes.
Job Duties:
Program Recruitment (50%):
- Recruit program participants, adhering to each program's eligibility criteria.
- Participate in recruitment events, pitching the program information to potential participants.
- Participate in investigator meetings and workshops.
- Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Lifestyle coach and leader (50%): - Conduct Chronic Diseases Prevention and Self-Management Program classes, as assigned.
- Collect and report point-of-care blood work, biometrics, and surveys from program participants.
- Record and report participant data and outcomes
Preferred Qualifications:
- Earning a degree in public health, healthcare administration or related discipline
- Bilingual (English - Spanish)
- Experience in implementing lifestyle modification programs
- Experience working in academic health centers
- Experience in working with participants of all ages
Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
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