Trauma Prevention & Community Outreach Coordinator

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a community health educator to support LVHN Trauma Program. The role focuses on outreach, education, and coordination to assist victims of violence with emotional, social, medical, and psychological support during recovery.

The position works with trauma teams to ensure resources are directed appropriately and aims to strengthen prevention education in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education or related field is required.
• 2 years of Community or Health Care experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist LVHN and trauma affiliates with prevention education and training for accreditation or re-accreditation.
• Coordinate marketing efforts with the Marketing Department, EMS, Interfacility Liaisons, and the Development Department.
• Serve as a liaison between violence interrupters and other key LVHN personnel.
• Evaluate programs and presentations for efficacy, efficiency, quality, and appropriateness of information.
• Provide injury prevention education and training in communities served by LVHN non-Level I trauma centers and affiliates.
• Develop new injury prevention programs based on community needs and injury trends.
• Collaborate with the trauma clinical and Care Coordination teams to direct victims to appropriate resources before discharge.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Health Education or related field

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a community health educator to support LVHN Trauma Program. The role focuses on outreach, education, and coordination to assist victims of violence with emotional, social, medical, and psychological support during recovery.

The position works with trauma teams to ensure resources are directed appropriately and aims to strengthen prevention education in the community.