A Health Educator creates programs that are designed to teach people and motivate them to follow healthy behaviors. Works with individual patients and families in a health care settings, or develops campaigns and materials directed to larger groups such as college students. Organizes events like health screenings, trainings for peer educators or professionals, or incentive programs like weight loss challenges. May advise on public health policy.
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JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting Wellness Center team members with the development, implementation, and management of Health Promotion, Community Health Education, and the health of our employees. This position is responsible for assisting Wellness Center members with the use of all fitness equipment, scheduling of center services and leading facility tours. Provides services for the front desk area including administrative duties, answering phone, assisting in the registration process for new members, cleaning equipment, and maintaining supplies within the facility. This position requires providing services to adolescents, adults and geriatric clients in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Health System.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training/Experience:
REQUIRED
Must possess a minimum high school diploma or equivalent degree.
PREFERRED
Experience in the health care and/or exercise/wellness field, as well as food service industry ServSafe Food Handler certification completed if applicable
Current Illinois Sanitation License License/Certifications/Special Requirements:
BLS required Valid Driver's License
PAY STATUS
Non-exempt hourly
EEO Statement:
Blessing Health System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Blessing Health System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Blessing Health System expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Blessing Health System's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
