Diabetes Health Educator

Texas A&M • Corpus Christi, TX

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About The Position

The Diabetes Health Educator I, under general supervision, plans, implements, and evaluates theory- and evidence-based health promotion strategies, policies, programs, and services for individuals. The role provides health training, guidance, and outreach on and off campus, and may supervise student staff, interns, and/or peer educators as assigned.

The educator delivers individual and group diabetes education focused on prevention and self-management; conducts patient assessments; develops individualized self-management plans; and coordinates care and referrals. The position also supports outreach, program evaluation, administrative activities, and ongoing professional development. The schedule may require work beyond regular office hours and/or on weekends, and the position may require travel of up to 20% or more.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• State license and American Dietetic Association Registration and License (RD/LDN), or ability to obtain them within 90 calendar days of hire; certification must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Certificate, or ability to successfully complete it within six months of employment.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Knowledge of health education responsibilities and competencies.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze emerging health promotion needs of adults and college students.
• Ability to deliver presentations, workshop trainings, individual behavior-change sessions, and small-group discussions and facilitation.
• Ability to critically review relevant health-related professional literature and assess its applicability, utility, and effectiveness on a college campus.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• Registered Dietitian.
• One year of experience with diabetes-related education.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group and individual diabetes education on prevention and self-management, including nutrition, medication adherence, physical activity, stress management, and blood glucose monitoring.
• Provide House Bill 984-compliant training for non-healthcare school personnel responsible for managing students with diabetes.
• Coordinate and facilitate monthly outreach and educational activities, including family nights, cooking demonstrations, and other educational workshops.
• Participate in community outreach activities such as health fairs and public speaking engagements.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and community partners to improve health outcomes in urban and rural communities.
• Manage assigned education locations and travel to support off-site activities.
• Operate and maintain biometric equipment at program locations.
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments by collecting biometric data, such as blood pressure, glucose, A1c, and BMI.
• Develop and update individualized diabetes self-management education and support plans.
• Support patient goal setting, monitor progress at follow-up visits, and encourage sustained behavior change.
• Coordinate care and make referrals to address social determinants of health.
• Document patient progress using electronic health record systems.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain certifications and stay current on diabetes care standards.
• Participate in internal and external advisory, planning, and quality improvement committees as assigned.
• Serve as a mentor or preceptor for students and interns from affiliated academic institutions.
• Assist with administrative duties related to American Diabetes Association recognition, program evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance; Texas A&M contributes to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12–15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Free exercise programs and release time.
• Access to free LinkedIn Learning training and webinars, plus limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed by Texas A&M.
• Living Well employee wellness program.

What This Job Offers

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