HEALTH EDUCATOR

Health EducatorSalary Range $32.08 - $36.15 HourlyThe Health Educator will facilitate, implement, present, and evaluate health education programs and services to patients of all ages.Essential Job Functions:Assesses patient needs, establishes priorities, develops, recommends, updates, implements, and evaluates health education programs and servicesProvides group class or one-on-one health education services to members and the general publicConducts individual and small group health coachingCounsels patients on a variety of subjects such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, smoking cessation, substance abuse, teen health, Hepatitis B, preventive cancer screening and immunization, proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle optionsCoordinates 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 communityMay be required to work sometimes at satellite NEMS sites and/or at weekend eventsSupports development, implementation and evaluation of health education programs and activities to improve health outcomesDevelops and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate, written, and audio-visual health education materialsPerforms relevant community outreach and education activities to targeted groups and individualsWorks collaboratively with Administration and Graphic Design Department and assists in health information projects such as activity schedule, newsletters, informational displays, flyers, posters, staff bulletin, community health eventsAssists in leading summer interns and volunteers and implementing education activities for the Health Center WeekServes as a resource to patients and provides them with the best information availableCollects, tabulates, and analyzes program data, and prepares monthly services reportsProvides phone call services and schedules appointments for patients for the events and services such as classes and support groupsPerforms other job duties as required by manager/supervisorQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Public Health, Health Science or related field preferred or high school diploma with 4 - 8 years equivalent experience requiredMinimum of two (2) years working experience in health education field and/or health care settingAbility to facilitate wellness and exercise classes for older adult patients. Current Group Fitness Certification from a nationally recognized fitness training organization (i.e. ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM) or ability to obtain it. Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist Training preferred.1-2 years of group fitness teaching experience preferredCurrent National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) Certification or ability to obtain it within 6 months of first available training date is requiredStrong organizational and time-management skillsMay be required to work sometimes at satellite NEMS sites and/or at weekend eventsAbility to work a flexible schedule in a variety of settingsKnowledge of community resourcesAbility to present ideas accurately, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing; assist in the promotion of public health education programsProficient computer skills including use of Microsoft Office and OutlookCurrent documentation of Basic Life Support is requiredLanguage:Fluent in Chinese (Cantonese), both oral and writtenFluent in Mandarin preferredMust be able to read and write English fluentlyStatus:This is an FLSA Non-exempt position.This is not an OSHA high-risk position.This is a Full Time position.NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).