Public Health Diabetes & Obesity Program Assistant

Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station

Victoria (TX)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 29,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The Diabetes & Obesity Program Assistant position at Texas A&M University Health Science Center’s Coastal Bend Health Education Center is based in Victoria, TX, providing standard program and participant support for the Diabetes & Obesity Population Health Program. The role includes onsite support at program locations, outreach events, classes, workshops, and community sites.

Responsibilities cover patient navigation, scheduling, documentation, and coordination with program staff and partners,

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Texas DSHS CHW or ADCES certification (or ability to complete within six months).
Ability to speak English and Spanish (preferred).
Two years of related experience in public health, health outreach, and education (preferred).
Knowledge of healthcare organizations, providers, patients, or community-based organizations (preferred).
Knowledge of standard office applications and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Patient Services Navigation: Provide non-clinical support, collect biometric measures, educate participants about services, and connect to resources.
Program Coordination & Participant Support: Assist with onsite activities, enrollment, tracking, and communication among partners.
Program Administration & Documentation: Prepare correspondence, maintain records, generate reports, and ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.