Health Educator (Diabetes

Health Educator (Diabetes)

Coordinates the Diabetes Education Program to serve population needs in accordance with goals outlined in the Diabetes Grant (SPDI). Provides leadership, assistance, support and coordination of services for community members of the Pueblo of Sandia in all areas of diabetes health education, wellness and prevention activities.

Plans, designs, implements and assesses a systematic comprehensive diabetes program in collaboration with Health/Wellness Center staff. Serves as the Diabetes Team Leader. Writes, manages, and reports on State/Federal grants as appropriate. Develops and manages annual budget. Establishes strategic preventative health goals for all ages of community members. Creates marketing and outreach plans for the diabetes program. Develops Key Performance Indicators to track program goals.

Provides individual and group education as necessary and or requested by team members on diabetes care (provider-oriented), self-care and management (client-oriented) and diabetes prevention (community-oriented). Works with the Clinic/Wellness staff on an on-going basis in developing and implementing diabetes prevention programs including health fairs, diabetes screening, education activities and exercise programs. Coordinates diabetes care and patient visits with Clinic/Wellness departments for the prevention of diabetes related complications;

departments include Optometry, Dental, Physical Therapy, Nutrition, Podiatry, Senior and Recreation programs. In coordination with the Medical Director, assesses, plans, develops, implements and evaluates quality diabetes care for the community through annual in-depth diabetes program assessments. Case management and scheduling of appointments according to GPRA indicators for Diabetic patients. Works with IHS DM staff and becomes familiar with IHS audit tools and webpage and DM Registry.

Performs additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned. Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.

May cross trained clinic nurse and RPMs' package owner if appropriate. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills in building a cohesive working relationship with co-workers and internal/external contact. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This position has Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) identified as a measurement of success. KPI's will be shared with all team members who work in this job title and feedback will be provided regarding the successful completion of the KPI's as part of the performance review process.

Knowledge of diabetes and healthcare prevention programs including physical activity, nutrition and diabetes management. Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team of health care providers. Knowledge of community and community resources. Ability to give oral presentations and prepare written reports. Ability to collect, analyze and report data. Knowledge of Indian Health Service and other health services. Ability to travel and attend training seminars, continuing education programs, meetings and conferences.

Basic computer knowledge using Windows based computer and Microsoft Office software. Experience working with children and seniors. Ability to create an effective marketing campaign. Ability to foster a positive relationship with community members. Ability to role model healthy behavior. Able to comprehend and abide by complex policies and procedures. Employees will adhere to the Pueblo of Sandia Human Resources Team Member Handbook and other PSHC Administrative policies, procedures and SOPs.