Bilingual School Health Educator (Spanish/English)

Multnomah County; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Multnomah County’s Health Department seeks a Community Health Specialist 2 - Spanish to lead health promotion and education in school clinics and communities. The role requires bilingual Spanish/English skills and collaboration with school districts to improve health equity for youth.

The position is an hourly, non-exempt role with a typical Mon-Fri schedule, onsite at multiple SHCs. Prior Epic experience and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days are preferred, along with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Education/training equivalent to an associate’s degree or higher.
• 1–4 years of related experience demonstrating ability to perform duties.
• Must be bilingual in Spanish and English (language testing required).
• Must be able to obtain BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver interactive health education classes and presentations for groups in the school community.
• Share culturally appropriate health information and help patients set behavior-change goals.
• Build relationships with school staff and community partners.
• Act as conduit between SHC and schools to raise awareness of health centers and produce communications.
• Respond to referrals from medical providers and document services in Epic.
• Coordinate care and provide health promotion and community support services.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Driver's license

BLS/CPR Certification

Public health education

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Epic Practice Management

Job description

Multnomah County’s Health Department seeks a Community Health Specialist 2 - Spanish to lead health promotion and education in school clinics and communities. The role requires bilingual Spanish/English skills and collaboration with school districts to improve health equity for youth.

The position is an hourly, non-exempt role with a typical Mon-Fri schedule, onsite at multiple SHCs. Prior Epic experience and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days are preferred, along with a valid driver’s license.