Community Health Educator Job at Seven Hills Foundation, New Bedford, MA

NnNUS2laQ2NNcnVSYUpGNGhHM1NoanRXTkE9PQ==
  • Seven Hills Foundation
  • New Bedford, MA

Job Description

Overview:

The Community Health Educator will be responsible to conduct client outreach and facilitate small peer-led and non-peer-led groups. The Community Health Educator will recruit and engage populations at risk and their partners in Individual Level Interventions. The Community Health Educator will recruit, screen and test individuals for HIV, HEP C, and STIs. The Community Health Educator will recruit and engage individuals and their partners on Opioid Overdose Education and Naloxone Enrollment and will assist the Program Manager or Assistant Program Manager with data collection and reporting.

This position will be housed at the Dartmouth House of Correction.

Responsibilities:

Provide direct client services including:
Opioid overdose education & Naloxone trainings and enrollments
HIV/ Viral Hepatitis / STI screening and Testing
Syringe access and disposal
Referrals to health care, behavioral health care, recovery resources, social services, etc.

Participate in the design and preparation of client outreach recruitment activities.

Organize and plan weekly client outreach recruitment sessions.

Conduct client outreach recruitment in high risk areas.

Conduct Individual Level Interventions.

Conduct Group Level Interventions.

Plan and participate in community events.

Collect data, maintain program records and submit reports.

Attend project staff meetings.

Co-facilitate small groups on Health promotion and disease prevention for high risk populations as deemed necessary.

Communicate with community organizations and agencies about program activities.

All other duties assigned by the supervisor, his/her superior or the designee of either party.

Qualifications:

High School diploma. Additional education and/or LADC preferred.

Applicant must pass additional background screenings required by the House of Correction.

Knowledge/experience in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention services and substance use and abuse issues

Sound ability to work with all populations in an empathetic, comfortable and non-judgmental manner

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work as part of a team, take direction and remain flexible

Demonstrated skills in community education and organizing

Familiarity with health-related and social issues faced by high risk populations

Knowledge and experience providing educational outreach in public settings

Valid Drivers license, ability to drive and means of transportation

Travel to other cities and towns is required Seven Hills Foundation

Job Tags

Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

Alger

Equity Research Analyst- Small/Mid Cap, Industrials/Consumer Sector Job at Alger

 ...Job Title: Equity Research Analyst- Small/Mid Cap, Industrials/Consumer Sector Reports to (title): EVP, Portfolio Manager Company Description: Founded in 1964, Alger is widely recognized as a pioneer of growth-style investment management. Headquartered in... 

RoyaltyBusayo

Digital Marketing Intern Job at RoyaltyBusayo

 ...and organizations of all sizes. Job Description About the Internship: This 3-month hands-on training internship is designed to provide you with real-world, practical skills in digital marketing while learning how to effectively utilize AI technologies.... 

Alpine Intel

Fire Investigator Job at Alpine Intel

 ...culture and focuses on growing YOU professionally? Welcome to National Fire Experts, a leader in the property insurance intelligence industry. We are currently seeking a Part-Time Fire Investigator to join our growing team in New York City, NY . The Fire Investigator is... 

Superior Roofing Of Ulster County I

Commercial Roofer Job at Superior Roofing Of Ulster County I

 ...Job Description Job Description Seeking an experienced commercial roofer to join our Superior team. Work will include completing commercial roofing work, such as roof repairs and roof replacement. Must have Valid Clean, NYS drivers license. Attention to detail... 

Bestica

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department Job at Bestica

 ...Job Description Bestica is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Meeker, Colorado. Job Description & Requirements ~ Specialty: ED - Emergency Department ~ Discipline: RN ~ Start Date: ASAP ~ Duration: 13 weeks...