Community Health and Wellness Educator - Community Health Education - UH Truman Medical Center (varied days per week; 8:00a-4:30p)

Community Health and Wellness Educator

• Community Health Education
• UH Truman Medical Center (varied days per week; 8:00a-4:30p) Kansas City, MO Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Public health program planning Conducting community outreach projects Spanish Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Local agency collaboration English Mid-level Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Invoice payment processing Wellness coaching Bachelor's degree Data management Organizational skills Nutrition education Communication skills Health education and counseling Community resource coordination Full Job Description If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.

Community Health and Wellness Educator

• Community Health Education
• UH Truman Medical Center (varied days per week; 8:00a-4:30p) 101 Truman Medical Center Job Location Crown Center Kansas City, Missouri Department Community Health Education Position Type Full time Work Schedule 8:00AM
• 4:30PM Hours Per Week 40

Job Description Community Health & Wellness Educator Location:

Kansas City |

Department:

Community Health Strategies Make a direct impact on the health and well-being of the Kansas City community. We are seeking a passionate and engaging Community Health & Wellness Educator to design and deliver programs that empower individuals to live healthier lives. This role focuses on building trusted relationships, promoting behavior change, and connecting community members to vital health resources. Role Overview Under the direction of the Community Health Strategies Director, the Community Health & Wellness Educator leads outreach and education initiatives that promote physical, emotional, and overall wellness. This role requires a strong community presence, the ability to motivate diverse populations, and a commitment to advancing health equity. What You'll Do Develop and facilitate health and wellness education programs for community members Build trust and engage individuals in a variety of community settings Promote healthy behaviors, including physical activity, nutrition, and emotional well-being Coach and motivate participants to adopt sustainable lifestyle changes Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to connect individuals to healthcare and support services Maintain program data, track outcomes, and prepare reports for leadership Manage administrative functions including documentation, materials organization, and invoice processing Support outreach events, including evenings and weekends as needed Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Minimum of 3 years of community engagement, outreach, or related experience Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills Demonstrated ability to engage, motivate, and support diverse populations Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and administrative tasks Ability to obtain Chronic Disease Self-Management Program and Diabetes Self-Management Program certifications within one year Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field or equivalent experience Bilingual (Spanish/English) Ideal Candidate Profile Passionate about community health, wellness, and health equity Skilled at building relationships and fostering trust in diverse communities Self-motivated, organized, and adaptable in dynamic environments Committed to helping others achieve meaningful, lasting health outcomes