PERINATAL HEALTH EDUCATOR

NORTH EAST MEDICAL SERVICES•San Francisco, CA

3d•$37 - $42

About The Position

The Perinatal Health Educator will facilitate, implement, present, and evaluate health education programs and services to patients of all ages. In particular, the role will provide support and guidance to expectant mothers on topics of prenatal/postpartum care and infant basics. This position works within the scope of the Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP) to provide comprehensive support and care to expectant mothers and assist them to be better prepared for the prenatal and postpartum experience. The role is split between providing CPSP services and general health education services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (degree in public health or related field preferred) or high school diploma with 4 - 8 years equivalent experience required
Minimum of at least 1 year of working experience in providing prenatal care is required
Current Group Fitness Certification from a nationally recognized fitness training organization (i.e. ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM) or ability to obtain it within 6 months of first available training date is required
Current National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) Certification or ability to obtain it within 6 months of first available training date is required
Current documentation of Basic Life Support is required
Ability to facilitate wellness and exercise classes for older adult patients
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to present ideas accurately, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing; assist in the promotion of public health education programs
Proficient computer skills including use of Microsoft Office and Outlook
May be required to work sometimes at satellite NEMS sites and/or at weekend events
Ability to work a flexible schedule in a variety of settings
Fluent in Chinese (Cantonese), both oral and written required.
Must be able to read and write English fluently

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of group fitness teaching experience preferred
Fluent in Mandarin preferred.
Knowledgeable in hospital procedures, health care systems and clinical practices preferred
Knowledge in physiology, clinical science, behavioral health, neuroscience, pain control, and relaxation techniques preferred

Responsibilities

CPSP Provides support, guidance and documentation per CPSP protocols to expectant mothers on issues related to expectancy, pregnancy, prenatal lifestyle and postpartum
Educates patients about labor and delivery, hospitalization, pain control and relaxation techniques
Assists patients in reviewing traditional practices and adopting modern healthy family goals and preventative principles
Assists patients in coping with discomfort and avoiding harmful practices
Active member of CPSP
Participates in trainings provided by CPSP or Medi-Cal resources to further education and keep current with industry changes, clinical requirements, communication with local and regional representatives of CPSP.
Assesses patient needs, establishes priorities, develops, recommends, updates, implements, and evaluates health education programs and services
Provides health coaching in group classes or one-on-one health education services to members and the general public
Counsels patients on a variety of subjects such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, smoking cessation, substance abuse, teen health, Hepatitis B, health screenings, immunizations, proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle options, etc.
Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including recruiting members, establishing referral system, providing scheduling and logistical support to promote the well-being of patients and the community
May be required to work sometimes at satellite NEMS sites and/or at weekend events
Develops and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate, written, and audio-visual health education materials.
Prepares and distributes materials regarding NEMS’ services
Performs relevant community outreach and education activities to targeted groups and individuals
Serves as a resource to patients and provides them with the best information available
Collects, tabulates, and analyzes program data, and prepares monthly services reports
Provides phone call services and schedules appointments for patients for events and services such as classes and support groups
Performs other job duties as required by manager/supervisor