Health Educator - Grant Funded
Job Description
Job Description
HEALTH EDUCATOR - GRANT FUNDED
OUTREACH/ EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
TAPESTRY 360 HEALTH
Tapestry 360 Health is a mission-driven, patient-centered Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) delivering comprehensive primary care, behavioral health, and enabling services to a diverse and underserved population. As a Health Resources and Services Administration-designated health center operating under Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act, Tapestry serves as a critical safety-net provider, ensuring access to high-quality, equitable care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay.
With a workforce of approximately 250 employees and an annual operating budget of $44 million, the organization is advancing a deliberate strategy focused on financial sustainability, operational rigor, and long-term community impact. Key priorities include strengthening core infrastructure, expanding value-based care arrangements to align reimbursement with outcomes, and optimizing participation in the 340B Drug Pricing Program to reinvest resources into patient care. Through this integrated approach, Tapestry 360 Health is positioned to sustain and scale mission-critical services for the communities it serves well into the future.
Summary: The Health Educator is responsible for delivering individual and group health education services, supporting community wellness initiatives, and promoting health equity through culturally responsive education and outreach. The position develops health education materials, conducts patient and community engagement activities, collaborates with clinical and outreach teams, and supports program evaluation efforts to improve health outcomes and access to care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct patient outreach and engagement activities to increase participation in health education programs, wellness initiatives, preventive services, and other organizational programs.
- Develop, maintain, and distribute culturally responsive, health-literate educational materials that support patient understanding, self-management, and informed healthcare decision-making.
- Facilitate individual and group health education sessions for patients and community members.
- Collaborate with outreach, clinical, and population health teams to design and lead wellness initiatives.
- Promote health equity through culturally responsive and size-inclusive education.
- Develop and distribute plain-language educational materials on various wellness topics.
- Coordinate with local organizations and partners to expand access to health and wellness programs.
- Track participation, outcomes, and generate reports to inform programming and improve effectiveness.
- Support patients in overcoming barriers to wellness such as food access, transportation, and health literacy.
- Promote integrative care and refer individuals to primary care, mental health, and community resources.
- Participate in program evaluation and continuous improvement efforts.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications: This role requires a strategic thinker who can navigate the complexities of managing HR across multiple locations while maintaining a focus on organizational goals and employee well-being.
Education & Experience:
- Associate degree in community health, mental health, nutrition, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in health education, wellness programming, or community outreach.
- Project management experience preferred.
- Evening and weekend availability required with advance notice.
Language & Communication:
- Fluency in English and Spanish required.
- Fluency in Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Rohingya, and Burmese is highly desired.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly using plain language.
This is a grant-funded position; the grant ends one year from the hire date.
Benefits: Tapestry 360 Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, continuing education support and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Pay Transparency: The salary range for this position is $45,000 – $55,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and organizational needs. EEO Statement
Tapestry 360 Health is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital or parental status, arrest or conviction record (as permitted by law), receipt of an order of protection, use of protected leave (including FMLA and VESSA), or any other status protected by applicable law.
American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
Tapestry 360 Health complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.
Tapestry 360 Health reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
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