Community Health Educator Sr (Region 5/6)

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At AmeriHealth Caritas, we’re passionate about helping people get care, stay well and build healthy communities. As one of the nation's leaders in health care solutions, we offer our associates the opportunity to impact the lives of millions of people through our national footprint of products, services and award-winning programs. AmeriHealth Caritas is seeking talented, passionate individuals to join our team. Together we can build healthier communities. If you want to make a difference, we’d like to hear from you.

Headquartered in Newtown Square, AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with more than 30 years of experience. We deliver comprehensive, outcomes-driven care to those who need it most. We offer integrated managed care products, pharmaceutical benefit management and specialty pharmacy services, behavioral health services, and other administrative services.

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Responsibilities:

The Community Health Educator, Senior supports the development and execution of the outreach strategy in a territory by participating in events, assisting with SDOH Surveys, providing health education and resources, and documenting outcomes in Jiva for the purposes of impacting health outcomes, health care costs, and member engagement.;

We will be hiring to support the following Regions within Michigan;

• Region 5/6: Saginaw, Shiawasee, Genesee and surrounding counties (may include travel to Midland, Bay)
  
  

The Community Health Educator Senior may be asked to focus in one or all of the below functional areas.;;

• Community Programs & Events
• Community Education
• Member outreach
  
  

The Community Health Educator, Sr may work in the field as well as Wellness Centers (brick and mortar and mobile) to support members and member events, programming, and other initiatives.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Develop health education programs, implement and maintain already existing health education programs, and collaborate with providers to hold screening events for members.
• Mentor, coach and provide guidance to Community Educators, as assigned by their supervisor.
• Will be required to provide and pick up supplies for various community events. ;
• Other duties as assigned by their supervisor.
• This position will work a 40 hour week and require evening and weekend work.;
  
  

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required;
• Ability to travel (75%) extensively within assigned communities.; Valid driver’s license and access to an adequately; insured vehicle (per state requirements) required
• Additional licenses, if/as required by the state
• Three to five years;health education, marketing or public health experience.
• One to Three years of Managed Care experience.;
  
  

Other Skills:

Knowledge of healthcare industry and managed care preferred.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Amerihealth Caritas, everyone can feel valued, supported, and comfortable to be themselves. Our commitment to equity means that all associates have a fair opportunity to achieve their full potential. We put these principles into action every day by acting with integrity and respect. We stand together to speak out against injustice and to break down barriers to support a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Celebrating and embracing the diverse thoughts and perspectives that make up our workforce means our company is more vibrant, innovative, and better able to support the people and communities we serve.

We keep our associates happy so they can focus on keeping our members healthy.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid work schedules, Competitive pay, Paid time off including holidays and volunteer events, Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents on Day 1, 401(k) Tuition reimbursement and more.