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Job Location drjobs

Chicago, IL - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 19 - 25

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

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Erie Helping Hands Health Center - 4747 N. Kedzie Ave - Chicago IL
$19.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Description

Join the Erie team! Motivated by the belief that healthcare is a human right we provide high quality affordable care to support healthier people families and communities. Erie delivers holistic care to help every member of the family stay healthy and active from infancy through adulthood. Since 1957 we have provided high-quality care to diverse patients most in need regardless of their insurance status immigration status or ability to pay.

Erie Family Health Centers a top workplace in Chicago and suburbs is looking for a valuable addition to our Health Educator team! The Health Educator works independently and as part of a team to support internal and external community health programs. The Health Educator works independently and as part of a team to support internal and external community health programs.

At Erie we are proud to provide competitive salaries high-quality health care plans generous time off benefits retirement benefits and more! Erie employees are eligible for Eries Full Benefits Package that includes Medical Dental Vision Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Childcare. Retirement Programs: 401(k) program with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employees biweekly salary. Annual Paid Time Off: starting at 15 days of PTO and 8 paid holidays. Competitive salary annual merit increases plus room for growth and career advancement.

*Compensation is based on each candidates experience skills and education within the range identified for the role. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role will start at entry in the range. Any additional skills experience and education will be reflected in the compensation offered.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct educational appointments with patients prepare for and facilitate group sessions providing patient follow-up and presenting educational workshops that focus on nutrition diabetes disease prevention and physical activity.
  • Provides training and assistance for staff regarding health education issues.
  • Acts as member of a patient care team with clinical staff and other health care providers
  • Strong oral communication skills and can communicate effectively with patients health care providers and community members.

Qualifications

Education

  • Associates degree in Community Health or Health Education (or equivalent of education and directly related experience)

Skills and Knowledge

  • One or more years working in a community health setting preferred.
  • Experience conducting individual or group education presentations.
  • Strong Interpersonal and oral communication skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish required (May be required to assist or communicate with non-English/Spanish only speaking patients and/or guests)
  • Demonstrated cultural competency to work in a low income minority environment preferred.

The Erie Advantage Pledge

WORKING TOGETHER FOR WHAT MATTERS MOST

Erie makes a pledge that all current and future employees can feel confident that:

  • Our mission vision and values unite us.
  • Our voices matter.
  • We do things well.
  • Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging.
  • We find our career sweet spot at Erie.

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