Job Number: 1284

Workplace Type:

Position Title: Health Coach and Educator

External Description:

Health Coach & Patient Educator wanted to assist our clients in finding new ways to inspire healthier habits. The position will conduct home visits and work closely with our patients, caregivers, and families to promote wellness and helping individuals realize their personal best.
Our Health Coach & Educator will be responsible for developing a wellness coaching relationship with patients, caregivers, and families through the process of actively working towards better health by providing support, encouragement, and education.
 

Responsibilities

• The Health Coach will be responsible for contacting patients that are eligible for Alignment’s Care at Home program and provides necessary wellness coaching to reduce or eliminate high-risk behaviors.
• Encourages adoption of habits that are conducive to a higher quality of life.
• Responsible for delivering a high level of patient service and increasing member retention and satisfaction.
• Develop and distribute health education materials to identified patients, caregivers, and/or families
• Develop customized care plan for program participants including goals and plan of action
• Coordinate Care with other Alignment team members, including health-related vendors for optimal patient care

 

Skills and Qualifications

A Health Coach must have a minimum of an associate’s degree in a health-related field (or equivalent experience/certifications) such as health promotion, health education, gerontology, social work, nutrition, and other health-related field or counseling and one-year experience as a wellness/health coach or educator; bachelor’s degree preferred. Knowledge of specific disease and lifestyle related topics such as smoking cessation, weight management, nutrition, stress reduction and chronic conditions and certification from an accredited professional wellness coach training program preferred.

 

• Experience in health behavior change/health coaching/health education
• Strong knowledge of specific diseases, lifestyle-related topics, nutrition, and exercise
• Knowledge of and experience with applying the stages of change or a similar behavior change model
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to foster trust and respect among customers and coworkers
• Able to work independently and remotely
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to adapt communication style to audience
• Adaptability – able to change tasks quickly as business needs dictate
• Able to work with protected health information and maintain absolute confidentiality and privacy in accordance with HIPAA regulations and AHP policies
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Excel, Word and PowerPoint Ability to work a flexible schedule
• To be successful a Health Coach must have well-developed emotional and social competencies in these areas:
• Self-Confidence – A Health Coach can effectively communicate and educate patients, caregivers, and families on various subject matters, including diet, fall-risk reduction, home safety, and various chronic diseases to support pre-established care plans by the patient’s PCP, specialists, and AHC clinicians.
• Conscientiousness– A Health Coach is organized and always meets deadlines / commitments.
• Achievement Drive – A Health Coach constantly strives to improve standards of excellence Initiative – A Health Coach pursues goals beyond what’s required or expected of them Service Orientation – A Health Coach anticipates, recognizes and meets customer needs. Influence – A Health Coach can effectively persuade others.
• Communication – A Health Coach deals with issues, listens and seeks mutual understanding.
• Collaboration and Cooperation – A Health Coach is shares plans, information and resources.

City: San Diego

State: California

Location City: San Diego

Location State: California

Community / Marketing Title: Health Coach and Educator

Company Profile:

By leveraging our world-class technology platform, innovative care delivery models, deep physician partnerships and our serving heart culture, Alignment Health is revolutionizing health care for seniors! From member experience professionals and clinicians, to data scientists and operations leaders, we have built a talented and passionate team that is deeply committed to our mission of transforming health care for the seniors we serve. Ready to join us?

At Alignment, delivering exceptional care to seniors starts with ensuring an exceptional experience for our over 1,300 employees. At the center of our employee experience is a culture where employees at all levels and across all teams are encouraged to share their unique ideas and perspectives. After all, when you can bring your authentic self to work, whether that’s in a clinical setting, our corporate office or a home office, creativity and innovation flourish! Another important part of the Alignment culture is a belief in continuous learning and growth. As a result, in this fast-growing company, you will find ample support to grow your skills and your career – with us.

EEO Employer Verbiage:

 

Please note: All clinical positions are contingent upon successful engagement with Alignment Health’s COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).

Alignment Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

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