Health Educator - Domestic Violence Prevention

Indian Health Board of Minneapolis • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

The Community Health Educator works in the Domestic Violence Prevention Program and as part of the Elder Care team. The role develops and implements a community coordinated response system team, advocacy services, awareness and prevention education, and cultural activities. The educator uses culturally appropriate methods and strategies to increase awareness of domestic violence, child abuse, and sexual violence, with an understanding of the diverse populations served by Indian Health Board of Minneapolis. The position includes community-based educational activities, including attending community events and powwows, which make up approximately 10% or more of educational activities. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required for community events and powwows.

The Indian Health Board of Minneapolis is a Federally Qualified Health Care Center and community clinic serving American Indians and other people. Its stated values are respect for culture, excellence, and leadership. The organization’s mission is to ensure access to quality health care services for American Indians and other peoples and to promote health education and wellness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, education, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Experience working with American Indian communities.
• Knowledge of American Indian history and cultural traditions.
• Ability to work positively, flexibly, and cooperatively as part of a team.
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze situations and solve problems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of and respect for American Indian cultures and other cultures served by IHB.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Access, and Project.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and self-motivation.
• Strong organizational and clerical skills, including use of a PC, Excel, Word, Canva, and an EMR.
• Ability to show initiative, solve problems, manage one or more projects, work accurately, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Excellent networking and leadership skills.
• Ability to comply with HIPAA requirements and limit access to and use of protected health information to the minimum necessary for assigned duties.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with local resources.
• Experience in social work and/or domestic violence prevention.
• Proven ability to lead outcome-based activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and deliver the components of the Domestic Violence Prevention Program.
• Deliver education to community members and patients in various settings, including community events and powwows.
• Implement and manage health education strategies and interventions.
• Connect IHB patients and community members to community resources and services.
• Develop and improve patient education materials and other tools.
• Sustain and expand the Community Coordinated Response Team by hosting regular meetings, growing partnerships, and developing ongoing tasks and priorities.
• Collaborate with IHB staff to coordinate Domestic Violence Prevention activities.
• Develop, implement, and host cultural groups for Native Americans at high risk for domestic violence prevention and sexual violence.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and educational materials using the grant work plan and pre- and post-tests.
• Assist with training IHB employees and clinic staff on domestic violence, sexual violence, and child abuse prevention and awareness.
• Work with the program director to collect and compile data for grant reporting.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, peers, leadership, and community partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Platinum benefits package available for employees working 30 hours per week or more, including health, dental, vision, and FSA.
• Company-paid long-term and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time