Health Educator II

Kaiser Permanente; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KAISER in Carson, CA seeks a Health Educator II to assess, design, implement, present and evaluate health education programs for members and the public. Responsibilities include coordinating services, developing materials, and advising clinicians.

Qualifications include a Masters or equivalent certifications, curriculum development experience, and strong communication skills. Some roles require bilingual English/Spanish and willingness to work evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Masters degree or equivalent certifications in a related field.
• Knowledge of behavior change and adult learning theory.
• Experience in curriculum development and program planning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of PC applications and computing systems.
• Ability to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments and design health education programs.
• Coordinate health education services, referrals, publicity, and documentation.
• Provide direct health education to members and the public.
• Develop culturally appropriate written and audiovisual materials.
• Consult with physicians and staff on education services.
• Coordinate projects such as newsletters and community events.
• Specialize in a health education area as required.
• Prepare reports, grants, and documentation.
• Participate in department goal setting and priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Behavior change knowledge

Adult learning theory

Group process theory

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Labor Management Partnership awareness

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Masters degree related field

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)

Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNSD)

Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR)

Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP)

Fellow of the American Dietetic Association (FADA)

IBCLC certification

Tools

PC applications

Mainframe computing

Personal computing systems

Job description

Job Summary:

Assesses, designs, implements, presents, and evaluates health education programs and services.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conducts needs assessments, establishes priorities, designs, implements, and evaluates basic health education programs, protocols, and standards
• Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including establishing effective referral and publicity systems, monitoring quality and documentation, providing scheduling and logistical support, and facilitating use of community services to promote the delivery of cost effective health education services.
• Provides direct group or one-on-one health education services to members and the public.
• Reviews, develops, and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate written and audio visual health education materials.
• Consults with physicians and staff regarding related health education services.
• Coordinates health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays and community health events.
• Specializes in a specific area of health education (e.g. HIV nutrition, chronic disease, health promotion) as required.
• Prepares reports, grants, proposals, and documentation as assigned.
• Participates in establishing department strategic goals and priorities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Previous experience in providing and coordinating health education services (usually 1 year).

Education

• Masters degree in a field related to the position or one of the following certifications: Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian (CNSD), Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR), Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP), Fellow of the American Dietetic Association (FADA), or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

License, Certification, Registration

• N/A

Additional Requirements:

• Previous experience in curriculum development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory, group process theory and application.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of PC applications required
• Demonstrates working knowledge of mainframe and personal computing systems.
• Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications.
• Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership Environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of recent teaching/program planning.
• Knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory.
• Curriculum and materials development.
• Demonstrated ability to use effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• PC skills Previous individual, small group and large group/classroom training/teaching experience.
• Prior experience in CHL or lifestyle medicine strongly preferred.

Notes:

• Days and hours will vary, some weekends, evenings and travel required.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Health Educator II

LOCATION: Carson, California

REQNUMBER: 1444069

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.