Health Educator I/II (Temp P/T)

La Clinica de La Raza•Pittsburg, CA

About The Position

La Clínica de La Raza is a community-based health center dedicated to providing culturally appropriate, high-quality, and accessible healthcare to diverse communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. With over 40 years of advocacy, we ensure individuals without health coverage receive the same quality of care. We address economic and social factors affecting health, often providing services in various settings to connect individuals to our health center for preventive and primary care. Over 90,000 individuals utilize La Clínica for its welcoming environment and comprehensive services that improve health and well-being. We are seeking Health Educators passionate about transforming communities into healthy and empowered spaces. As a Health Educator, you will contribute to our legacy, serving a diverse population and collaborating with dedicated community educators. You will work hard, but the sense of teamwork and dedication to our community will inspire you.

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 sites (prevention, family planning, STD prevention for youth-serving sites; nutrition-related chronic disease prevention and perinatal education for other clinics).
HIPAA knowledgeable and compliant.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a 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 a flexible schedule to conduct classes and attend community events after business hours and on weekends as needed.
Strong commitment to the principles of adolescent health and youth development (for youth-serving sites).
Bilingual English/Spanish required.
Must hold a current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate (30-day grace period from date of hire).
Health Educator I: High-School degree/GED plus a minimum of one year of experience providing health education to underserved communities of color plus two years of work experience in a community setting, preferably at a health center.
Health Educator II: Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Health Sciences, or behavioral sciences with 2 years of experience providing health education to underserved communities of color.
Experience must include providing peer counseling, support, education, and/or advocacy services.
Must be committed to supporting clients toward the goals of active participation in primary care.
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 facilitate groups on a variety of topics.
Facilitate presentations and engage 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.
Develop and assist in the development of health education materials such as curriculum, workshops, pamphlets, and bulletins.
Publicize and interpret health services and programs.
Maintain all health education materials and resources, ordering materials as needed.
Accurately document all services and activities provided for program evaluation.
Contribute to grant reports, maintaining accurate program records and submitting timely reports.
Train and coordinate peer health educators and Promotors for presentations and outreach efforts.
Participate in community engagement and outreach activities to promote Health Center services and provide information about other community services.
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-based organizations to coordinate services and referrals.