Community Health Educator

CHOC•Orange, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Health Educator focuses on health and wellness and childhood injury prevention; plans, designs, implements and evaluates programs and delivers health education to patients, families and the community. CHOC strives to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Requirements

2 years’ experience in Health Education, program planning or implementation.
Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal relationship and collaboration skills.
Excellent analytical and organization skills; excellent critical thinking, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the safe and effective performance of the job.
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area such as Word, Excel.
Strong attention to detail, vigilance, poise, and composure in stressful situations.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Driver’s License – Class C

Nice To Haves

5 years’ experience in Health Education, program planning, implementation and evaluation
Master of Public Health
Bilingual and Bicultural in English and Spanish
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Child Passenger Safety Technician