Diabetes Health Educator

Texas A&M University System • Corpus Christi, TX

2d

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 on prevention and self-management; provides compliant training for school personnel; coordinates community and family education activities; and collaborates with healthcare providers and community partners. The role also conducts patient assessments, develops individualized diabetes self-management support plans, tracks patient progress, coordinates referrals, and documents care in electronic health record systems.

The position supports continuing education, committees, quality improvement, program evaluation, and administrative work related to American Diabetes Association recognition. Work may extend beyond regular office hours and/or include weekends. Travel may be 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 conduct presentations, workshop trainings, individual behavior-change sessions, and small-group discussions and facilitation.
• Ability to critically review health-related professional literature relevant to college students and assess its applicability and utility for 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 focused 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 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, and long-term disability insurance; Texas A&M contributes to employee health and basic life premiums.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 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.
• Free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences and workshops.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.
• Living Well employee wellness program.

What This Job Offers

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