Peer Educator

Corewell Health; Niles (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

On-demand pay

Discounts directory

Identity protection

Retirement plan

Job summary

Corewell Health’s Care Center Niles is seeking a Peer Educator to support youth-focused programs at Beaumont Teen Health Center – Taylor. You will participate in weekly trainings, help plan and evaluate after-school and summer activities, and present educational content to youth and prevention staff.

The role emphasizes teamwork and dependable attendance, with a schedule Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on-call weekends. Current high school students are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be a current high school student.

Responsibilities

• Attend Peer Educator Basic Skills Training at BTHC-T.
• Attend weekly Peer Educator Training at BTHC-T.
• Participate in training sessions by asking questions and taking part in activities.
• Demonstrate commitment to program goals by attending trainings and events.
• Communicate with youth, teens, adults, and prevention staff effectively.
• Represent BTHC-T at events as directed by leadership.
• Support the Service Excellence/Patient-Participant Family Care Model.
• Attend work on schedule.

Education

Current High School Student

Job description

Job Summary

A Peer Educator is responsible to attend, participate in and assist with development, planning, facilitation and evaluation of youth groups and programs offered by the Beaumont Teen Health Center – Taylor (BTHC-T) These programs include mandatory weekly peer educator training, after-school and summer programs, educational presentations, and community events.

Essential Functions

• Attend Peer Educator Basic Skills Training at BTHC-T


• Attend weekly Peer Educator Training at BTHC-T


• Participate in training sessions by asking questions, offering comments, and participating in activities.


• Demonstrate commitment to program goals by attending training, presentations and programs scheduled to work.


• Communicate and interact with youth, teens, adults, and prevention staff in effective ways.


• Represent BTHC-T at events as determined by the Lead Substance Abuse Prevention Counselor/Program Manager.


• Service Excellence/Patient-Participant Family Care Model.


• Attend work on schedule.

Qualifications

• Required Current High School Student

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6\" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs


• Sitting: Frequently


• Standing: Occasionally


• Walking: Occasionally


• Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom


• Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally


• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom


• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally


• Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom


• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom


• Handling: Occasionally


• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom


• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom


• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently


• Visual Acuity ¹[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.


• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv


• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!


• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance


• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings


• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Care Center Niles - 42 N St Joseph Ave - Niles

Department Name

Addiction Medicine Niles Care Ctr - Medical Group South

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

On-call weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.