Community Health Educator II Hourly

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Provides health education outreach program activities for large participant groups in identified counties throughout Tennessee and surrounding areas to help maximize and maintain healthy lifestyles. Responsible for the management of challenging group dynamics in order to assure proper program delivery. Serves as a resource to assist individuals, other healthcare workers and the community. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Education
• Customer service experience of 1-3 years
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to understand and compose complex written materials
• Ability to exercise independent judgment with tact and diplomacy in all situations
• Must be able to assess needs of participants and their families and respond appropriately
• Strong ability to integrate knowledge and theory into practice
• Ability to demonstrate skill in organization, coordination and time management
• Must be able to provide effective instructions to participants
• Must be able to communicate verbally in an effective and positive manner with participants and their families
• Must be able to demonstrate effective communication and negotiating skills with and between individuals and groups of people from all socioeconomic backgrounds, including Associates, social services providers, business entities, and students and their families
• Strong influencing, coaching and consultative skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Services
• Bachelor's Degree in Social Services

Responsibilities

• Presents health information to patients, families, or community groups in order to promote healthy lifestyle decisions and chronic disease management.
• Provides health education and awareness to the assigned community program.
• Responsible for large group participant management, especially groups with behavioral issues and/or special needs.
• Enters data, documents and evaluates the effectiveness of program activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level