Diabetes & Obesity Programs Navigator

Texas A&M University System; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Victoria, TX is seeking a Diabetes & Obesity Program Assistant to provide program and participant support, including onsite activity coordination at program locations and community sites.

The role involves assisting with outreach events, scheduling, and data collection while travelling up to 20%. A Bachelor’s degree and CHW/ADCES certifications (or progress toward) are required or encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• DSHS CHW certification or ability to complete within six months.
• ADCES Diabetes Community Care Coordinator certification or ability to complete within six months.
• English and Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-clinical navigation and support to participants and families.
• Collect and record biometric measures (A1c, cholesterol, glucose, BP, BMI, weight).
• Educate participants about program services and tracking logs.
• Schedule appointments and assist with forms and services.
• Coordinate communication with CBHEC, hospital, clinic, and partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Confidentiality

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Victoria, TX is seeking a Diabetes & Obesity Program Assistant to provide program and participant support, including onsite activity coordination at program locations and community sites.

The role involves assisting with outreach events, scheduling, and data collection while travelling up to 20%. A Bachelor’s degree and CHW/ADCES certifications (or progress toward) are required or encouraged.