Health Educator

Under the general direction of the Manager, Youth Health Services, the Health Educator will provide services to the designated high school students and their families. Responsibilities include program planning and implementation, curriculum development, and evaluation of curriculum and programs. Responsible for coordinating health education outreach to the student body, providing health education counseling on various health topics, as well as co-facilitation of youth group(s). Has primary responsibility for youth groups and implementation of youth survey activities. Works within grant guidelines to ensure grant objectives are met.

Schedule: This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday with periodic Saturday hours.

About TVHC: Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center is a non-profit community health center that is dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care by integrating primary care, dental care, WIC support, mental health counseling, community health education, and more.

Compensation: $25.81 - $28.21 per hour, depending on experience.

This position is represented by SEIU, with compensation and benefits determined by the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Salary is based on the wage scales outlined in the agreement. Beyond base pay, TVHC provides a comprehensive compensation package that supports the health, wealth, and career development of our employees.

Responsibilities:

• Assists with implementation of a Youth Group with support from school staff. Recruit, train, and supervise youth leaders and youth participants. Organize presentations by the youth at the designated high school and feeder elementary and middle schools. Assist in facilitating and training of Youth Leaders group meetings and creative group activities and projects.
• Develops, coordinates and implements the health education outreach for the school, including collaboration with outside organizations, promotion of the health services available to students and faculty, and identifying youth outreach leaders. Develop and implement outreach strategies and public relations for programs. 
• Provides outreach and health education in family planning, birth control methods, STD prevention, substance abuse prevention, HIV/AIDS education, tobacco cessation, body image, nutrition, sexual orientation, and other areas as indicated. 
• In collaboration with the health center staff and team, the health educator will develop, coordinate and implement youth focus groups and youth input survey, including the outreach, recruitment and marketing and organizing regular meetings. 
• Maintains accurate statistical data regarding program implementation and documentation of daily activities and completion of program objectives. Regularly evaluates programs and produces monthly reports on the accomplishments of the program and presents grant data to the Director and Site Manager/Supervisor on a regular basis for report writing.
• Maintains library of current and relevant health education materials such as pamphlets, audiovisual tools, bulletins and referral to other sources. Responds promptly to requests from providers and staff for additional resources.
• Conduct tabling, in classroom presentations, and implement workshops for the youth. Attend registration to promote health services to students.   
• Stays abreast of research and development regarding health education and mental health for youth and adolescents. Produces and/or updates health education materials as needed to ensure current information and cultural/age appropriateness. Attends trainings on appropriate topics regarding adolescent health and well-being.
• Works as a member of the Youth Health Services Team taking on responsibilities as needed to ensure an overall successful program.
• Assists with patient registration and eligibility services as needed by the clinic.
• Collaborate with the school’s COST team and other health services providers on campus for referrals and related services. 
• Maintain HIPAA and strict confidentiality regarding students, parents, and other pertinent school information. 
• Performs all duties and services in full compliance with TVHC’s Service Excellence Standards.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Site Supervisor/Manager and/or the Director of Youth Health Services. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and expectations required of the position.

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in counseling psychology, public health or social work preferred. 
• Minimum of one year of experience working with adolescent population required.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with ethnically diverse populations required.
• Minimum of one year of experience implementing peer leader programs strongly preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience working in a school-based setting or teen center setting preferred.
• Minimum of one year of case management and counseling experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with parents of adolescents is strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish required.
• BLS Certification required.

Qualifications:

• Computer literate, preferred experience with Windows 95 or higher, MS-Office Applications, Graphic applications (Illustrator/Photoshop etc.).
• Understands principles of, and can implement, the peer leadership and youth empowerment model.
• Understands principles of, and can implement violence prevention and conflict resolution strategies, pertaining to reducing racial bias, school-based violence, interpersonal student conflicts.
• Culturally sensitive and demonstrated ability and enjoyment in working with ethnically diverse adolescent populations in a progressive environment committed to social justice issues.
• Non-judgmental, highly ethical and able to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Understands issues particular to adolescent populations, including adolescent development and health issues.
• Understands principles of community health outreach and health promotion.
• Knowledge of relevant resources, such as city, county and state welfare and social services programs and agencies
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able and willing to work on an as-needed basis to meet operational needs of the clinic.
• Able to meet or exceed the Service Excellence Standards of TVHC, Inc.