Coordinator, Health Education

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA); Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) seeks a Coordinator, Health Education to lead the Family Matters Program and collaborate with hospital staff and community partners on pediatric health education.

The role focuses on educating patients and families about childhood cancer and blood diseases, with a view to reducing future health risks. Requires 2+ years in health education program development and a BS in health education; an MS in public health/health education is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-time experience coordinating health education programs.
• Pediatric health education experience preferred.
• Experience developing instructional materials.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Family Matters Program and coordinate health education initiatives.
• Collaborate with inpatient/outpatient staff and community agencies to deliver education.
• Provide patient and family education related to childhood cancer and blood diseases.

Skills

Health education

Program coordination

Community collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Health Education

Master of Science in Public Health/Health Education

Job description

• This position is Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote, with flexibility to vary.**
  

• This position is Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote, with flexibility to vary.**
  

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM

Purpose Statement/Position Summary:

The Coordinator, Health Education will direct the Family Matters Program. Will work collaboratively with inpatient and outpatient staff, as well as with representatives of community agencies, to provide patient and family education related to childhood cancer and blood diseases, and their treatment, including general health education aimed at minimizing the risk of negative health outcomes later in life.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:

2+ years of full-time professional experience in development and coordination of instructional programs and materials for health education. Hospital-based, pediatric health education experience preferred.

Education/Licensure/Certifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in health education or equivalent combination of experience and education. Master of Science degree in public health/health education preferred.