Health Educator II (Bilingual) (CCS Paneled Required), Pediatrics, Clinic, On-call, Day
Kaiser Permanente
Location
Downey, California
Quick overview
The role involves assessing, designing, implementing, and evaluating health education programs and services, which includes conducting needs assessments and establishing protocols. Responsibilities also cover coordinating a wide range of health education services, providing direct education to members and the public, and developing culturally appropriate educational materials.
Requirements summary
Basic qualifications require previous experience in providing and coordinating health education services, along with a Master's degree in a related field or specific advanced certifications like Certified Diabetes Educator. Additional requirements include demonstrated knowledge of behavior change theory, strong communication skills, PC application knowledge, and mandatory bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish.
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 Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of recent teaching/program planning. Previous experience in providing and coordinating health education services. 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.
Notes
Will work weekends Must be CCS paneled Must successfully pass or have passed the bilingual test (within the last 12 months), or be active in the QBS program.