Health Educator- Grant Funded- Flex

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

12d•$24 - $36•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a flex position working 29 hours or less each week with variable shifts and days. The Health Educator plans, develops, presents, and evaluates community health education programs and activities within the communities served by Carilion Clinic. This role provides and manages health education programs designed to help individuals, families, and communities achieve and maintain healthy lifestyles. The Health Educator functions as a team member, advancing Carilion Clinic’s goals through health education and by serving as a resource on community health issues, working collaboratively with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in health education, public health, health communication, health promotion, or another health-related field.
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience.
Virginia Driver’s license.
CPR & First Aid Certification required within 6 months of hire.
AHA BLS-HCP certification.
Ability to implement programs that reach community members of all ages, with diverse backgrounds, and with low socioeconomic status.
Well-organized, proficient at multi-tasking and working with minimal supervision.
Excellent organizational skills and proficiency in written and verbal communication.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Must provide own transportation.
Job often requires working outside Carilion Clinic facilities and travel to sites within the Clinic’s service area.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Public Health preferred.
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) designation or eligible to sit for the CHES exam within the first three years of employment preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans and implements evidence-based health education programs and practices to influence health behavior change among underserved audiences.
Produces quality health communications including content for social media, printable materials, and talking points in collaboration with team members.
Coordinates policy, systems, and environmental change projects with community partners to support community health and wellbeing.
Completes data collection and reporting on health education initiatives according to established processes.
Collaborates with other Carilion Clinic departments, providers, hospitals, and community service organizations to promote health education interventions and align initiatives that improve community health in response to Community Health Needs Assessments.
Enhances personal and team development related to health education programs and practices.
Works to continuously improve and stays current on community health education issues and interventions.
Represents Carilion Clinic through positive interaction with the community and media to increase awareness of health issues and the programs Carilion Clinic offers.
Consistently delivers the best in customer service and patient care.
Demonstrates respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors, and other employees.
Champions Carilion's mission, vision, and values; complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and code of conduct.