Asthma Health Educator

Asthma Health Educator

The Public Health Educator will provide individualized support to students and their families to eliminate barriers that could negatively impact the students' asthma control.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct education to students and families on asthma control measures.
• Participate in case management meetings with OSH physicians and nurses to consult on student and families enrolled in the program to ensure all needs are being addressed and services coordinated.
• Provide appropriate referrals for families for social support and pest control services.
• Lead educational sessions for families and school staff as needed.
• Work closely with school and community-based organization staff on family engagement and school-wide education on asthma management.
• Communicate to gather and share information with external providers and partners to better coordinate care for students.
• Record all activities in the electronic student health record (ASHR).

Why you should work for us:

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund. A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. A tax-deferred savings program and a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Commitment to Equity: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.