Job Description
Under general supervision, responsible for recommending and implementing health education programs designed to increase awareness and knowledge related to the improvement of an individual, family or community basis.
Ideal candidates will be local to Eagle Pass and may travel to other associated communities in south Texas.
This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
- Plans, organizes and attends community events including health fair presentations and other small group educational activities.
- Assists in preparation of educational activities as needed for community and educational events.
- Assists providers in the identification of patients at high risk due to family history.
- Collaborates with research faculty and staff in community-based research projects recruiting participants and providing services and education.
- Performs fieldwork recruiting participants, collecting data, and maintaining database.
- Networks with community-serving organizations and clinics to promote partnerships.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Keeps abreast of changes in health care technology and shifts in health care emphasis to maintain timeliness and relevance of health education programs.
- Ability to connect with individuals, groups and stakeholders and gain trust in order to foster sharing and learning.
- Meticulous planning and organizational skills while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
EDUCATION:
EXPERIENCE:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual (Spanish/English) highly preferred.
CHW Certified highly preferred.
Previous experience working with students at various levels is preferred.
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.
Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.
FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
- Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
