Violence Prevention 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

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Provides community outreach and education for LVHN Trauma Program in accordance with the Network Missions and Pennsylvania Trauma Society Foundation Standards. Assists victims of violence receive the emotional, social, medical and psychological assistance needed to recover from their traumatic experience. Ability to intervene and assist violence interrupters & have reasonable access to victims of violence while they are an inpatient at LVHN.

Job Duties

• Assists LVHN and trauma affiliates with prevention education and training for their accreditation/re-accreditation.
• Coordinates marketing efforts with the Marketing Department, EMS, Interfacility Liaisons, and the Development Department.
• Acts as the Liaison between the violence interrupters and other key personnel as identified by LVHN and or Promise Neighborhood of Lehigh Valley.
• Evaluates programs and presentations for efficacy, efficiency, quality of presentation, and appropriateness of the information.
• Provides injury prevention education and training in the communities that are LVHN non-Level I trauma centers and trauma affiliates.
• Develops new injury prevention programs based upon the need of the community and identified injury trends.
• Collaborates with trauma clinical team and Care Coordination team to assure victims of violence are directed to appropriate resources prior to discharge.
• Is an active member of the trauma operations and research team at LVHN to provide updates on the project.
• Works with a variety of professionals from the trauma team to assure the needs of the patient are met.
• Assist with identifying and developing educational materials based on the needs of the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Health Education or related field and 2 years Community or Health Care experience.
• Knowledgeable and passionate about making a positive change in the community.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift & Location

Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a-4:30p Department: 1004-09332 COH - Trauma Reg Res Center

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. LVHN’s culture of trust and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence you will have a rewarding and successful career here.