About This Role
This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to lead community health initiatives and support individual well-being through comprehensive health education, outreach, and program development. You will serve as a vital link between healthcare services and diverse populations, promoting healthier lifestyles and equitable access to resources. Your energetic approach will inspire community engagement, foster trust, and empower individuals to take charge of their health, making a meaningful impact on underserved communities.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and evaluate wellness programs tailored to community needs, focusing on health education, nutrition, addiction counseling, and preventive care
- Conduct outreach activities to engage culturally diverse populations and underserved communities, building strong partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders
- Provide client-centered support using motivational interviewing techniques to motivate behavioral change and improve health outcomes
- Facilitate educational workshops, public speaking engagements, and community events to promote health awareness and healthy lifestyles
- Collect data on program participation and health metrics using EMR/EHR systems to monitor progress and inform continuous improvement efforts
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of public health laws, policies, Medicare regulations, and medical terminology relevant to community health initiatives
- Communicate effectively with clients through bilingual services when needed, ensuring clear understanding of health information and resources
Requirements
- Proven experience working with individuals with disabilities or from underserved communities in a community outreach or public health setting
- Background in nursing, social work, teaching, or related fields with familiarity in health education, community engagement, or program planning
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and data collection purposes
- Knowledge of public health law policy, Medicare regulations, addiction counseling techniques, nutrition principles, and basic life support certification
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with culturally diverse populations using culturally sensitive communication strategies
- Excellent writing skills for report generation and client communication
- Experience in public speaking is highly desirable
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail in data collection and record keeping
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account