Community Health Educator - Rural Health Transformation - FT

Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc.•Wallingford, CT

4d•$42,975 - $61,917•Remote

About The Position

Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc. (CHNCT) is seeking a full-time Community Health Educator for the Rural Health Transformation Program. This program is a federal grant aimed at strengthening rural communities by improving healthcare access, quality, and outcomes through the transformation of the healthcare delivery ecosystem.

Requirements

Four years post-secondary schooling
Bachelor's degree required
Major in Health services, allied health, nutrition or public health discipline
1-2 years' relevant experience
Experience in health education, with knowledge of Medicaid population preferred
Experience working in a community-based setting for at least 1-2 years preferred
Trust-building traits and problem-solving skills
Current and unrestricted motor vehicle operator's license
Reliable transportation
State Motor Vehicle License

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Increasing healthy living behaviors by providing health education using evidence-based programs to members in the HUSKY Health Program at health fairs, community, and school events.
Dispensing and collecting evidence-based pre/post surveys and referrals to the Community Health Worker program for Social Drivers of Health (SDOH) and benefit education support.
Teaching culturally appropriate health and nutrition information in classroom settings and at community health and wellness events statewide.
Conducting statewide research for workshop and exhibiting opportunities, attending public health webinars and meetings, and completing other assigned projects.
Cultivating and maintaining awareness of community cultures and values.
Coordinating partnerships and opportunities with community organizations in collaboration with the community engagement team.
Educating and providing resources to all ages for health conditions such as obesity, hypertension, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, etc.
Facilitating Social Drivers of Health (SDOH) and benefit education referrals to the Community Health Worker Ambassador Program.
Participating in health fairs, group workshops, meetings, webinars, health promotion, and outreach activities online and in the community.
Administering and collecting pre/post assessments during nutritional workshops and completing data entry of surveys within the established timeframe.
Completing necessary tasks before and after events, including printing/scanning materials, picking up/dropping off supplies, and office work.
Reviewing and responding to emails as needed.
Performing other related duties as assigned.