Diabetes Education Program Assistant (CHW)

Texas A&M University System; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Long-term disability

Education tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning access

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan enrollment

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center invites applications for a Diabetes Education Program Assistant (CHW) at the Coastal Bend Health Education Center in Corpus Christi, TX. The role supports program activities and travelers to multiple sites within a 27-county service area to conduct health screenings and diabetes education.

Salary is $18.20 hourly, with a full-time schedule that may include evenings and weekends and up to 30% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• DSHS Community Health Worker certification, or ability to obtain within three months.
• AADE Diabetes Paraprofessional Level 1 certification, or ability to obtain within three months.

Responsibilities

• Assists in coordinating activities for the Diabetes Education Program, including traveling to program locations to provide onsite support.
• Acts as a first point of contact for program inquiries and coordinates responses to requests for information.
• Contacts participants with pre- and post-appointment reminders.
• Maintains daily activity logs of client activity and destinations.
• Collaborates with Healthy South Texas staff on patient care plans and builds relationships with patients, providers and community organizations.
• Facilitates services between health care providers and travelers to program sites.
• Contacts potential participants after educational events and adheres to policies and procedures.
• Travels to 27-county service area to support health screenings, health fairs and diabetes classes.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Diabetes Education Program Assistant (CHW)

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Coastal Bend Health Education Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

$18.20 hourly

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents& livedexperiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens ourcore valueswhich are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. ****

Whowe are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges andnumerouscenters and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovativeresearchand team-based health care delivery.

What we want

the Program Assistant provides support to the team members and participants of the Coastal Bend Health Education Center’s Diabetes Education Program. Travels to various places and other locations within our 27 county-service area to perform health screenings, attend health fairs, and assist with diabetes education classes.

What you need to know

Salary: $18.20/Hour

Location: Corpus Christi, TX; Up to 30% of travel required.

Schedule: Full-Time; Flexible working hours, which include evenings, weekends may be required.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Community Health Worker certification, or ability to obtain certification within three (3) months of employment. American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) Diabetes Paraprofessional Level 1 certification, or ability to obtain certification within three (3) months of employment. Licensure/certification(s) must be maintained for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to speak English and Spanish.
• Two years of related experience in public health or health promotion/education.
• Experience interacting with/working alongside healthcare agencies and/or providers.
• Current Texas Department of State Health Services - Community Health Worker Certification
• Current American Association of Diabetes Educators - Diabetes Paraprofessional Level 1 Certification
• A Class "C" vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Program Assistance

• Assists in coordinating activities for the Diabetes Education Program, including traveling to program locations to provide onsite support.
• Serves as a first point of contact for program inquiries and coordinates responses to requests for information as needed.
• Contacts program participants/patients with pre- and post-appointment reminders.
• Maintains daily activity logs regarding client activity and destinations.
• Confers with Healthy South Texas staff regarding patient care plans as needed. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with patients, health care providers, and community organizations.
• Facilitates and coordinates services between health care providers.
• Contacts potential program participants after educational/outreach events. Adheres to all relevant rules, policies, and procedures.
• Travels to various places and other locations within our 27 county-service area to perform health screenings, attend health fairs, and assist with diabetes education classes.

Patient Support

• Assists program participants/patients in reviewing care plans and results in an effective manner.
• Motivates patients to be active and engaged participants in their health and encourages them to identify current barriers/challenges and set goals.
• Provides culturally appropriate support and information to patients and their families by completing a series of structured follow-up calls and visits, including the patient’s home.
• Assists patients in obtaining needed medical care and social services, including scheduling appointments and assisting them in completing applications for different programs.
• Follows up with patients and providers regarding health management/care plans.

Administrative Support

• Prepares program correspondence.
• Creates and maintains program files, databases, and other program materials.
• Assists in logistical planning and coordinating travel for program classes, workshops, and other events.
• Recommends changes to the Diabetes Education Program and may assist in updating policies and procedures.
• Continuously expands knowledge and understanding of community resources, services and programs.

Why Texas A&M University?

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.