Community Health Coach - Postpartum & Diabetes Prevention

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking a health coach to support postpartum moms using WIC services, focusing on diabetes prevention and healthy practices. You will enroll participants, coach them, collect data, and coordinate with community partners in the New Orleans area.

The role requires traveling to clinic sites, navigating the health care system, and maintaining participant records for program reporting. Strong communication across diverse populations is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of health/clinical experience or equivalent health-related education required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Research and/or data collection experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enroll participants in WIC support program.
• Lead health coaching sessions on diabetes prevention and healthy behaviors.
• Collect data and coordinate with community partners.
• Travel to WIC clinic sites around the New Orleans region.

Skills

Health/clinical experience

Research and data collection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Tulane University is seeking a health coach to support postpartum moms using WIC services, focusing on diabetes prevention and healthy practices. You will enroll participants, coach them, collect data, and coordinate with community partners in the New Orleans area.

The role requires traveling to clinic sites, navigating the health care system, and maintaining participant records for program reporting. Strong communication across diverse populations is essential.