HEALTH EDUCATORS NEEDED IN FLORIDA (HOME BASED)!!

The Lay Health Educator/Community Health Worker’s (CHW) role is to provide culturally appropriate support to outreach disease management services and Community Based RNs. Key responsibilities include locating and linking members with the health care system and Community Based and Call Center RNs, providing language and cultural translation services, and supporting coordination of care and disease management activities. The Lay Health Educator/CHW reports directly to the In-State RN Manager.Minimum Job Qualifications:
Education and Training
1.Must have current certification, or approved as a Lay Health Educator/Promotor(a)/Community Health Worker (CHW) by the <state> Department of Health (if appropriate or applicable).
2.Must reside in and share experience, language and/or culture of the community to be served.
3.Must have valid driver’s license and liability insurance coverage.
4.Bi-lingual preferred; Spanish and English
5.High School Diploma or GED preferred
6.Minimum of 2 years experience in health, social or community services.Business Experience –
Specialized Knowledge/Skills –1.Experience with personal computer using Windows operating system preferred.
2.Able to write and communicate effectively
3.Strong organizational skillsWorking Conditions:
Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) –1.Independent work from home-based office environment; daytime travel within an assigned region of <state>.2.Must have a current valid drivers license and required level of automobile liability insurance coverage.
3.Must be able to comply with Work at Home Agent Requirements to include high speed internet connectivity.Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) – Travel is required, occasional overnight travel is required.