The Outreach Health Educator will conduct targeted community outreach, education, counseling, referrals, document activities, collect data, and provide other services to target communities.
Responsibilities
- conduct community outreach activities in assigned areas, according to the monthly schedule and program policy and procedures
- identify community locations where outreach will be conducted
- meet established goals and performance standards
- conduct quality assurance self-monitoring as assigned by supervisor
- compile, prepare and submit outreach schedule and reports to supervisor in a timely manner
- attend appropriate community resource meetings and training as assigned
- document outreach and community activities
- compile, prepare, and submit monthly reports in a timely manner
- assist in developing promotional strategies that will increase awareness of services within the community
- monitor literature and supplies and order additional supplies as needed
- prepare literature and other material for dissemination during outreach
- assist program coordinator to identify staff training needs and develop appropriate training
- perform other duties as assigned
Professional Behavior
- display professional appearance in accordance with agency policy
- handle difficult situations in a discreet manner
- maintain attendance within limits of agency guidelines
- maintain confidentiality regarding client information
- attend staff meetings and in-service training and supervision sessions
