Community Health Program Specialist

Counties covered: Lake, Osceola, Mecosta, and Montcalm

Job Summary

This position may be responsible for all aspects of program instruction, health screening and education including research and development of program materials, class preparation, teaching and set-up, curriculum development and counseling participants, follow-up with class participants, screening preparation and set-up, implementation, teaching, answering questions, collecting evaluations, completing appropriate paperwork, and follow-up with screening participants as appropriate. May also assist at health events and educate on a variety of health topics. This position requires the ability to understand and react effectively to the unique needs of the age of the patient population for whom services are provided.

Essential Functions

Assesses the educational needs of program participants which includes developing and implementing appropriate teaching strategies and/or making appropriate referrals, utilizing a variety of instructional methods to maintain interest and bring about changes in participant knowledge and behaviors based on evaluation.

Provides input into the review and development of educational materials, serving as a consultant and liaison for other health professionals related to area of specialty.

May facilitate community education programs.

Follows all procedures established for quality control, participant testing, and participant counseling, while performing screenings, independent of direct supervision in the field.

Assists at community events and educates on a variety of health issues at a variety of times, including evenings, weekends and early mornings.

Complies with all regulations/guidelines issued by governmental and regulatory agencies and established departmental and organizational policies and procedures which include but are not limited to: Organizational Manuals, Code of Conduct, performance improvement program, environmental and infection control standards.

Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops. Attends required in-services.

Maintains and supports a culture of safety by continuously learning safe practices, following all patient and environmental safety policies and procedures, and correcting and reporting unsafe conditions.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here (https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/benefits-new) .

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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Qualifications

Required

Two years related experience in a health care setting, including education and program planning or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Bachelors degree or equivalent in nursing, social work, exercise physiology, or related

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement – to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

Primary Location

SITE – Big Rapids Hospital – 605 Oak St – Big Rapids – CH West

Department Name

Community Education – Big Rapids

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.