Community Health Educator jobs in Newark, NJ

Job Title: Educator

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Req#: 0000177936

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Department name: GR-FTC State Comp Svcs

Job Overview:

Group Facilitator who delivers the Core Elements of the WILLOW intervention. Provides Health Education within the community through outreach as well as inreach efforts. Networks with community based organizations and attends health fairs.

Qualifications:

Required:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working in HIV/AIDS prevention, healthcare systems, outreach and health promotion
• Must be trained to deliver WILLOW intervention. Must also be trained in the NJ State Department of Health and TB services required trainings as a provider to People living with HIV/AIDS. The ability to speak and lead group discussions is a plus.
• Equipped to work with multicultural and diverse populations
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with accountability; exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism at all times
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with community stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred:

• Bachelor s Degree in a related field preferred
• Active NJ Certified HIV Counselor preferred
• PrEP Training preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

Essential Functions:

• Conducting client-centered PrEP/PEP education and adherence counseling services with a focus on client acquisition, engagement and retention.
• Providing patients and clients with basic introductory education regarding PrEP/PEP.
• Screening / Recruiting high-risk patients and clients into PrEP/PEP education.
• Providing assistance to clients with finding a medical provider and navigating through medication payment options including patient assistance programs, insurance enrollment and prior authorizations.
• Developing and maintaining individualized treatment adherence plans.
• Conducting routine follow-up to offer adherence counseling.
• Providing outreach to all relevant communities.
• Designing, implementing, and distributing advertising and educational campaigns for PrEP/PEP.
• Ensure the ongoing collection, collation and organization of data related to resource and referral information for providers prescribing PrEP/PEP.
• Promote and participate in related community and health events as needed.
• Provide HIV Testing as needed.
• Recruit for and facilitate Kiss & Tell educational workshops for designated priority populations.
• Develop close working relationships with leadership and direct staff at healthcare providers to ensure coordination of services.
• Maintain accurate and complete participant records, tracking contact, participation, outreach, counseling, testing, and referrals performance.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer