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Lacrosse Assistant Coach

The Wright Center For Graduate Medical Education

Lacrosse Assistant Coach

Jermyn, PA
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    JOB SUMMARY

    The Public Health Educator is responsible for the design, implementation and evaluation of The Wright Center For Community Health (TWCCH) sponsored public health and education programs, with a focus on community outreach and increasing awareness of the organization’s mission in its five-county service area. This position may require flexible working hours including evenings, weekends and holidays. Valid driver’s license is required.

    Required Skills

    DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    • Conduct community needs assessments, gather data on health status and educational needs, and design programs to address such needs
    • Develop and maintain programs with the community, schools, organizations and employers to increase awareness of services
    • Represent TWCCH in the community; establish and maintain working relationships with regional and community partners
    • Meet regularly with the clinical and administrative leadership
    • Prepare weekly activity reports and quarterly program/progress reports
    • Attend appropriate meetings and conferences as required
    • Other tasks as assigned to accomplish the mission, vision, and strategic initiatives of TWCCH
    • Develop and participate in programming for major employers (e.g., health fairs) to coordinate screenings and refer individuals seeking a primary care provider (PCP)
    • Coordinate community, school-based screenings, and vaccine clinics
    • Educate the public on preventative screenings
    • Develop an educational program on Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and the role in community and individuals’ health
    • Analyze public health legislation, regulations, executive directives, and departmental policies to determine their relevance to the organization's plans, programs, and activities

    Required Experience

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred. Advanced education preparation in education, health sciences, or related fields a plus
    • Valid driver’s license is required
    • Experience in conducting community health assessments and research methodologies recommended
    • Strong oral and written communication skills
    • Strong computer skills which include MS Office Suite
    • Should have good planning and organizational skills, and be able to work independently
    • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a diverse population
    • Must have reliable transportation and willing to travel. Work will be in any of the 5-county region that includes Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Wayne, and Wyoming Counties
  • Qualifications

    DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    • Conduct community needs assessments, gather data on health status and educational needs, and design programs to address such needs
    • Develop and maintain programs with the community, schools, organizations and employers to increase awareness of services
    • Represent TWCCH in the community; establish and maintain working relationships with regional and community partners
    • Meet regularly with the clinical and administrative leadership
    • Prepare weekly activity reports and quarterly program/progress reports
    • Attend appropriate meetings and conferences as required
    • Other tasks as assigned to accomplish the mission, vision, and strategic initiatives of TWCCH
    • Develop and participate in programming for major employers (e.g., health fairs) to coordinate screenings and refer individuals seeking a primary care provider (PCP)
    • Coordinate community, school-based screenings, and vaccine clinics
    • Educate the public on preventative screenings
    • Develop an educational program on Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and the role in community and individuals’ health
    • Analyze public health legislation, regulations, executive directives, and departmental policies to determine their relevance to the organization's plans, programs, and activities