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

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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