Who we are: La Clínica de La Raza is a community-based health center committed to providing culturally appropriate, high-quality, and accessible health care to the diverse communities of the San Francisco Bay Area. We have spent over 40 years advocating for and creating a health home for the many that have been denied access to care. As health care activists, we are dedicated to making sure individuals who do not have health coverage get the same level of quality healthcare as those who have it. From our genesis as a community health center in 1971, we understood that we cannot heal our communities without also addressing the economic and social factors that affect health. Many times, this requires that we go outside and provide services in other settings to build the bridge that links individuals to our health center for preventive and primary care. Over 90,000 individuals come to La Clínica because it is a welcoming place that addresses the whole person, coordinating and connecting them to a broad network of services to improve and maintain their health and well-being. While we are still known for our activism and spirit of social justice, we are also proud to have grown into a sophisticated provider of primary health care services with 35 sites across Alameda, Contra Costa, and Solano counties.

Be a wellness ambassador: La Clínica was founded over 45 years ago by activists who saw the need for high quality culturally appropriate healthcare for Latinos in the Fruitvale area. As a Health Educator at La Clínica, you will build upon our strong legacy, serving an ever more diverse population, and working shoulder to shoulder with some of the most dedicated community health educators. If you are passionate about transforming our communities into healthy and empowered spaces, La Clínica is the place for you. We are seeking Health Educators who are passionate about teaching and sharing information with others and promoting wellness. As part of the La Clinica team, you will be joining a dedicated team that provides our diverse community the high-quality services they deserve.

New loan repayment opportunity!

As part of an effort to increase recruitment and retention in hard-to-fill Behavioral Health positions, Behavioral Health has applied for and received a grant to provide up to 13 Behavioral Health awards over a 3-year period. The grant awards are each up to $25,000 to qualified staff who are not participating in any other loan repayment programs and meet the eligibility requirements, many of which are determined by the funder.

Below please find information regarding eligibility, application, selection, notification, and payment. The application portal opened on September 18, 2023 and closes on November 13, 2023. Here is the portal.

If you have loans and do not have any other loan repayment in place now, please apply!

Major Areas of Responsibility include but are not limited to:

Teaching, Facilitation and Materials Development

• Teach health education classes and facilitate groups and workshops on a variety of behavioral health and wellness topics.
• Provide information and referral for access to health and mental health services.
• Develop and assist in the development of health education materials such as curriculum, workshops, pamphlets, and bulletins, and publicize and interpret health services and programs.
• Maintain and update all health education materials and resources including brochures/pamphlets, magazines, posters, videos, etc.
• Train and coordinate peer health educators and Promotors to work on presentations and outreach efforts.
• Accurately document all services and activities provided and as needed for program evaluation.
• Contribute to grant reports- responsible for maintaining accurate program records and submission of accurate and timely reports.

Outreach and Advocacy

• Participate in community engagement and outreach activities to promote Health Center services and provide information about other services in the community.
• Work with community organizations, attend collaborative meetings, and advise community groups in health activities.
• Participate in relevant meetings, trainings, and collaborative activities.
• Develop collaborative partnerships with community base organizations to coordinate services and possible referrals for potential clients.

Documentation

• Orders materials and supplies as needed to deliver health education in the community.
• Maintain accurate program records to contribute to timely submission of grant reports.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of principles, methods and materials used in health education including Motivational Interviewing, health coaching and group facilitation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mental health prevention and early intervention strategies.
• Familiarity and respect for the use of traditional healing practices in mental health prevention and wellness.
• HIPPA knowledgeable and compliant
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are essential.

Abilities

• Ability to work independently and work positively as a collaborative team member.
• Must be able to maintain appropriate boundaries with clients.
• Ability to conduct classes and attend community events after business hours and on weekends as needed.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required; Mam preferred.
• Must hold a current BLS ( Basic Life Support) Certificate. You will have a 30-day grace period to obtain your certificate from the date of hire.

Other Certifications and Experience

• Health Educator I: Requires a High-School degree/GED plus a minimum of one year experience providing health education to undeserved communities of color plus two years' work experience in a community setting preferably at a health center.
• Health Educator II: Requires bachelor’s degree in health education, Health Sciences or Behavioral Sciences with 2 years experience providing health education to underserved communities of color.
• Experience must include providing peer counseling, support, education and/or advocacy services.
• Must be committed to supporting clients toward the goals of active participation in wellness and mental health prevention activities as well as commitment to services that are strength based and focused on wellness and recovery.
• Experience in group facilitation and delivering presentations.