Health Educator (Hybrid)

Description Join the Erie team! Motivated by the belief that healthcare is a human right, we provide high quality affordable care to support healthier people, families, and communities. Erie Family Health Centers delivers holistic care to help every member of the family stay healthy and active from infancy through adulthood. Since 1957, we have provided high-quality care to diverse patients most in need, regardless of their insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay. Erie Family Health Centers is looking for a valuable addition to our Health Educator team. The Health Educator works independently and as part of a team to support internal and external community health programs. At Erie, we are proud to provide competitive salaries, high-quality health care plans, generous time off benefits, retirement benefits, and more. Erie employees are eligible for Erie’s Full Benefits Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Childcare. Retirement Programs include a 401(k) with Erie matching up to 0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee’s biweekly salary. Annual Paid Time Off starts at 15 days of PTO and 8 paid holidays. Competitive salary with annual merit increases and room for growth and career advancement. Main Duties & Responsibilities Conduct educational appointments with patients, prepare for and facilitate group sessions, provide patient follow-up, and present educational workshops that focus on nutrition, diabetes, disease prevention, and physical activity. Provide training and assistance for staff regarding health education issues. Act as a member of a patient care team with clinical staff and other health care providers. Communicate effectively with patients, health care providers, and community members. Qualifications Education Associate’s degree in Community Health or Health Education (or equivalent education and directly related experience). Skills And Knowledge One or more years working in a community health setting preferred. Experience conducting individual or group education presentations. Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish is required (may be required to assist or communicate with non-English/Spanish speakers). Demonstrated cultural competency to work in a low income, minority environment preferred. The Erie Advantage Pledge Working Together For What Matters Most Erie makes a pledge that all current and future employees can feel confident that: Our mission, vision, and values unite us. Our voices matter. We do things well. Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging. We find our career sweet spot at Erie. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Erie Family Health Centers invites referrals to increase your chances of interviewing. (This line is kept as part of the original content but can be removed if undesired in refined version.) #J-18808-Ljbffr Erie Family Health Centers