Health Education Manager
North East Medical ServicesSan Francisco, California, United States
Posted May 15, 2024
88998 - 101400 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
North East Medical Services (NEMS) is a leading nonprofit community health center headquartered in San Francisco that serves more than 70,000 patients annually across the Bay Area. With a workforce of over 700 clinicians and support staff, NEMS delivers a full spectrum of primary, specialty, dental, optometry, pharmacy, laboratory, radiology, behavioral health, and complementary care—including acupuncture and chiropractic—tailored to the needs of medically underserved Asian communities. The organization distinguishes itself through multilingual, culturally competent care in Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Burmese, Korean, and other languages, ensuring equitable access for uninsured and low-income patients. NEMS’s network of clinics in key neighborhoods such as Chinatown, Portola, and Daly City reinforces its commitment to community-based, patient-centered health equity.
Job Description
The Health Education Manager is responsible for the overall management and supervision of health education programs and services. S/he will also represent NEMS in community education/outreach activities and counseling patients in a variety of settings.
Requirements
- Minimum of two years' experience in community health education, health communication or related field
- Completion of a four degree from an accredited university, Master's degree highly preferred
- CHES certification highly preferred
- Experienced with interfacing community partners to create health education programs
- Prior experience in program planning, design and implementation that incorporates evidence-based strategies and cultural competency
- Fluent in English: reading, writing, speaking) required
- Fluent in Chinese: (Cantonese/Mandarin) reading, writing, speaking required
Benefits
- Competitive benefits
- Free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children
- Company contribution to 401(k)