Community Health Coach- General Internal Medicine
Market Range:
04Hiring Salary:
$18.
54/HourlyTHIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITIONJOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Community Health Coach will be responsible for coaching, motivating, and supporting patients served through the Hardin County UTExtension Rural Health Pub with the support of the Healthcare Resiliency Program of the Tennessee Department of Health.
This position works closely with the UTExtension team in Hardin County to assist in diabetes prevention program, diabetes self-management education, and other health education and promotion activities.
DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Establishes trusting relationships with participants to encourage engagement with individualized programs and healthcare providers for improved health outcomes.
Assesses and addresses barriers to access to preventive care.
Collaborates with medical professionals and program leads to create educational materials for participants.
Educates program participants on disease prevention and advocacy for improved health care.
Coordinates services with internal and external behavioral and mental healthcare providers.
Conducts virtual and/or in-person follow-ups to promote continued engagement and retention.
Generates referrals to community support and works with community organizations and rental offices to recruit program participants.
Partners together for mini events throughout the community:
health-related classes and displays, screenings, etc.
Collects and enters data into the database.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED.
(Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health, Social Services, Human Services, or a related field is preferred.
) (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
Experience:
Two (2) years of related job experience.
A valid Driver's License is required.
(Experience as a Community Health Worker or related job specializing in chronic disease management or prevention related to obesity is preferred.
)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively with program participants, healthcare providers, and community partners.
Ability to provide effective education and instruction to program participants.
Ability to assess the needs of participants and respond appropriately.
Ability to influence and coach individuals.
Ability to work in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual platforms.
Knowledge and experience working with diverse populations, specifically with varying socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to be self-motivated, tactful, and professional both in-person and virtually.
Ability to relate to individuals working to manage or prevent chronic illnesses related to obesity.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This position is frequently required to work weekends and evenings.
Occasional overnight travel is required.
Recommended Skills Coaching And Mentoring Communication Community Health Courtesy Databases Health Education Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
04Hiring Salary:
$18.
54/HourlyTHIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITIONJOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Community Health Coach will be responsible for coaching, motivating, and supporting patients served through the Hardin County UTExtension Rural Health Pub with the support of the Healthcare Resiliency Program of the Tennessee Department of Health.
This position works closely with the UTExtension team in Hardin County to assist in diabetes prevention program, diabetes self-management education, and other health education and promotion activities.
DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Establishes trusting relationships with participants to encourage engagement with individualized programs and healthcare providers for improved health outcomes.
Assesses and addresses barriers to access to preventive care.
Collaborates with medical professionals and program leads to create educational materials for participants.
Educates program participants on disease prevention and advocacy for improved health care.
Coordinates services with internal and external behavioral and mental healthcare providers.
Conducts virtual and/or in-person follow-ups to promote continued engagement and retention.
Generates referrals to community support and works with community organizations and rental offices to recruit program participants.
Partners together for mini events throughout the community:
health-related classes and displays, screenings, etc.
Collects and enters data into the database.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED.
(Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health, Social Services, Human Services, or a related field is preferred.
) (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
Experience:
Two (2) years of related job experience.
A valid Driver's License is required.
(Experience as a Community Health Worker or related job specializing in chronic disease management or prevention related to obesity is preferred.
)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively with program participants, healthcare providers, and community partners.
Ability to provide effective education and instruction to program participants.
Ability to assess the needs of participants and respond appropriately.
Ability to influence and coach individuals.
Ability to work in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual platforms.
Knowledge and experience working with diverse populations, specifically with varying socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to be self-motivated, tactful, and professional both in-person and virtually.
Ability to relate to individuals working to manage or prevent chronic illnesses related to obesity.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This position is frequently required to work weekends and evenings.
Occasional overnight travel is required.
Recommended Skills Coaching And Mentoring Communication Community Health Courtesy Databases Health Education Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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