Thousands of low-wage workers dream of a better future for their families. Help break the language and skill barriers by expanding the reach of BSP’s educational programs, including a newly designed health and wellness program.
The Health Education and Coordinator will be working closely with members of SEIU United Service Workers West- and other low-wage workers and their employers. SEIU United Service Workers West is a California state-wide union on the cutting edge of progressive activism, building the power of service workers and engaging in larger social issues such as immigration, health care, and housing. United Service Workers West represents over 35,000 janitors, airport workers, security officers, and other service workers in some of the state’s most vital industries. The union is home to campaigns that have successfully improved the lives of thousands of low-wage and immigrant workers throughout the country.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implements BSP’s health education program
- Develops health and wellness curriculum and assessments
- Coordinates site visits and volunteers
- Facilitates health education workshops in Spanish and English and engages participants in a culturally appropriate manner
- Provides individualized case management to program participants
- Identifies and prepares program participants for leadership roles in health
- Promotes prevention and self-care strategies
- Collects, analyzes and evaluates data from program results
- Is available to work evenings and nights to deliver health education program to areas across Los Angeles County including (but not limited to) Santa Monica, Downtown Los Angeles, El Segundo, Long Beach, Burbank, Sherman Oaks, etc.
Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice
- A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in health education
- Master's Degree in Public Health or other health related field or Certified Health Education Specialist and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialist designation
- Bilingual in Spanish/English, written and verbal
- Strong social, written, and verbal communication skills
- Motivated self-starter who is also a solid team player
- Strong Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, & Access)
- Must be open to flexible hours including evenings
- Must have transportation to visit various training sites
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment
- Bilingual language skills required: must be able to speak English and Spanish
Benefits : Salary Commensurate upon experience. This is a full-time position.
To apply, email a resume to info@buildingskills.org with cover letter explaining interest and qualifications.
