Health Educator I/II

La Clinica de la Raza•Pittsburg, CA

47d•$2,603 - $3,809

About The Position

La Clnica de La Raza is a community based health center committed to providing culturally appropriate high quality and accessible health care to the diverse communities of the San Francisco Bay Area We have spent over 40 years advocating for and creating a health home for the many that have been denied access to care As health care activists we are dedicated to making sure individuals who do not have health coverage get the same level of quality healthcare as those who have it From our genesis as a community health center in 1971 we understood that we cannot heal our communities without also addressing the economic and social factors that affect health Many times this requires that we go outside and provide services in other settings to build the bridge that links individuals to our health center for preventive and primary care Over 90000 individuals come to La Clnica because it is a welcoming place that addresses the whole person coordinating and connecting them to a broad network of services to improve and maintain their health and well being While we are still known for our activism and spirit of social justice we are also proud to have grown into a sophisticated provider of primary health care services with 35 sites across Alameda Contra Costa and Solano counties Be a wellness ambassador At a time when our communities are responding to intensified challenges it becomes more important than ever that those who can use their voice to educate and activate others to step forward La Clnica was founded over 45 years ago by activists who saw the need for high quality culturally appropriate healthcare for Latinos in the Fruitvale area As a Health Educator at La Clnica you will build upon our strong legacy serving an ever more diverse population and working shoulder to shoulder with some of the most dedicated community educators youll meet Maybe you already know the power of community education to transform because youve seen it in your own life Maybe community healthcare like the care we offer at La Clnica made it possible for you to have medical care growing up If you are passionate about transforming our communities into healthy and empowered spaces La Clnica is the place for you We are seeking Health Educators who have discovered the power of their voice who get activated when theyre teaching and sharing information with others and who are passionate about wellness Yes you will work hard at La Clnica but the sense of teamwork and our dedication to giving our diverse community the high quality services they deserve will inspire you to do amazing work

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of principles methods and materials used in health education including Motivational Interviewing Health coaching and Group Facilitation
Demonstrated knowledge of current Health education topic areas relevant to clinic site Youth serving sites require prevention family planning and STD prevention methods Other clinics focus on nutrition related chronic disease prevention and perinatal education
HIPPA knowledgeable and compliant
Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills are essential
Ability to work independently and work positively as a collaborative team member
Ability to work across cultures and demonstrate support of diversity equity and inclusion
Must be able to maintain appropriate boundaries with clients
Must have flexible schedule to conduct classes and attend community events after business hours and on weekends as needed
Youth serving sites require strong commitment to the principles of adolescent health and youth development
Bilingual EnglishSpanish required
Must hold a current BLS Basic Life Support Certificate You will have 30 day grace period to obtain your certificate from the date of hire
Health Educator I Requires a High School degreeGED plus a minimum of one year experience providing health education to undeserved communities of color plus two years work experience in a community setting preferably at a health center
Health Educator II Requires Bachelors degree in Health Education Health Sciences or behavioral sciences with 2 years experience providing health education to underserved communities of color
Experience must include providing peer counseling support education andor advocacy services
Must be committed to supporting clients toward the goals of active participation in primary case as well as commitment to services that are strength based and focused on wellness and recovery
Experience with community outreach and engagement methods required for school based health center sites
Experience in group facilitation and presentations

Responsibilities

Provide health education classes and and facilitate groups on a variety of topics
Effective at facilitating presentations and engaging participants during health education classes workshops
Provide enrollment assistance in the community and one to one to enroll people into health coverage and inform them about how to navigate the health care system
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Develop and assist in the development of health education materials such as curriculum workshops pamphlets and bulletins and publicize and interpret health services and programs
Maintain all health education materials and resources including brochurespamphlets magazines posters videos etc Orders materials as needed
Accurately document all services and activities provided and as needed for program evaluation
Contribute to grant reports responsible for maintaining accurate program records and submission of accurate and timely reports
Train and coordinate peer health educators and Promotors to work on presentations and outreach efforts
Participate in community engagement and outreach activities to promote Health Center services and provide information about other services in the community
Work with community organizations attend collaborative meetings and advise community groups in health activities
Participate in relevant meetings trainings and collaborative activities
Develop collaborative partnerships with community base organizations to coordinate services and possible referrals for potential clients