Health Educator I/II

La Clinica de La Raza•Pittsburg, CA

About The Position

La Clínica de La Raza is seeking Health Educators to provide culturally appropriate health education and outreach to diverse communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. Health Educators teach and facilitate classes and groups, help people enroll in health coverage and navigate the health care system, and contribute to the development and upkeep of educational materials and program records. The role also includes coordinating peer health educators and Promotors, engaging with community organizations, and building partnerships to connect people with services. Candidates should be passionate about wellness, community education, and empowering clients to participate in their health and well-being. The posting describes two levels: Health Educator I and Health Educator II, with different education and experience requirements.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of health education principles, methods, and materials, including Motivational Interviewing, health coaching, and group facilitation.
Demonstrated knowledge of current health education topics relevant to the clinic site.
Knowledgeable about and compliant with HIPAA.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a positive team member.
Ability to work across cultures and support diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with clients.
Flexible schedule to conduct classes and attend community events after business hours and on weekends as needed.
Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency required.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certificate required; a 30-day grace period from the date of hire is provided to obtain it.
Health Educator I: High school degree or GED, at least one year of experience providing health education to underserved communities of color, and 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, and two years of experience providing health education to underserved communities of color. Experience must include peer counseling, support, education, and/or advocacy services.
Commitment to supporting clients toward active participation in primary care and to strength-based services focused on wellness and recovery.
Experience in group facilitation and presentations.

Nice To Haves

For Health Educator I, community-setting experience preferably at a health center.
For youth-serving sites, commitment to the principles of adolescent health and youth development.
For school-based health center sites, experience with community outreach and engagement methods.

Responsibilities

Provide health education classes and facilitate groups on a variety of topics.
Facilitate presentations and engage participants during health education classes and workshops.
Provide community and one-to-one enrollment assistance for health coverage and explain how to navigate the health care system.
Develop and assist with health education materials, including curricula, workshops, pamphlets, and bulletins, and publicize and interpret health services and programs.
Maintain health education materials and resources, including brochures, pamphlets, magazines, posters, and videos, and order materials as needed.
Accurately document services and activities for program evaluation.
Contribute to grant reports and maintain accurate program records, submitting accurate and timely reports.
Train and coordinate peer health educators and Promotors for presentations and outreach efforts.
Participate in community engagement and outreach to promote Health Center services and share information about other community services.
Work with community organizations, attend collaborative meetings, and advise community groups on health activities.
Participate in relevant meetings, trainings, and collaborative activities.
Develop partnerships with community-based organizations to coordinate services and possible referrals for potential clients.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.