HEALTH EDUCATOR

The Health Educator will facilitate, implement, present, and evaluate health education programs and services to patients of all ages.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

• Assesses patient needs, establishes priorities, develops, recommends, updates, implements, and evaluates health education programs and services
• Provides group class or one-on-one health education services to members and the general public
• Conducts individual and small group health coaching
• Counsels patients on a variety of subjects such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, smoking cessation, substance abuse, teen health, Hepatitis B, preventive cancer screening and immunization, proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle options
• Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including recruiting members, establishing referral system, providing scheduling and logistical support to promote the well-being of patients and the community
• May be required to work sometimes at satellite NEMS sites and/or at weekend events
• Supports development, implementation and evaluation of health education programs and activities to improve health outcomes
• Develops and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate, written, and audio-visual health education materials
• Performs relevant community outreach and education activities to targeted groups and individuals
• Works collaboratively with Administration and Graphic Design Department and assists in health information projects such as activity schedule, newsletters, informational displays, flyers, posters, staff bulletin, community health events
• Assists in leading summer interns and volunteers and implementing education activities for the Health Center Week
• Serves as a resource to patients and provides them with the best information available
• Collects, tabulates, and analyzes program data, and prepares monthly services reports
• Provides phone call services and schedules appointments for patients for the events and services such as classes and support groups
• Performs other job duties as required by manager/supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Public Health, Health Science or related field preferred or high school diploma with 4 - 8 years equivalent experience required
• Minimum of two (2) years working experience in health education field and/or health care setting
• Ability to facilitate wellness and exercise classes for older adult patients. Current Group Fitness Certification from a nationally recognized fitness training organization (i.e. ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM) or ability to obtain it. Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist Training preferred.
• 1-2 years of group fitness teaching experience preferred
• Current National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) Certification or ability to obtain it within 6 months of first available training date is required
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• May be required to work sometimes at satellite NEMS sites and/or at weekend events
• Ability to work a flexible schedule in a variety of settings
• Knowledge of community resources
• Ability to present ideas accurately, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing; assist in the promotion of public health education programs
• Proficient computer skills including use of Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Current documentation of Basic Life Support is required
   

LANGUAGE:

 

• Fluent in Chinese (Cantonese), both oral and written
• Fluent in Mandarin preferred
• Must be able to read and write English fluently

 

STATUS:

 

• This is an FLSA Non-exempt position.
• This is not an OSHA high-risk position.
• This is a Full Time position.
   

NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).