Comunilife
Wellness Coordinator /Health Educator (HRA) La Central
Comunilife, Bronx, New York, United States, 10400
Wellness Coordinator /Health Educator (HRA) La Central
Job Details
Job Location
Bronx, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$59695.00 - $60000.00 Salary
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Professional Services
Description
Comunilife Inc. is looking for aWellness Coordinator/Health Educatorfor its congregate residential program in the Bronx, La Central. The Wellness Coordinator for La Central provides psychoeducation and support, referrals and linkages to community resources for clients, ensuring Responsibilities include Responsible for planning and coordinating special events and holidays activities. The Counselor will also develop and implement weekly recreational activities including field trips, outings, arts & crafts, games, music and other hobbies. We offer a generous benefits and paid time off package, including tuition reimbursements and professional development opportunities.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
Essential Duties:
Conduct needs assessments
Establishing a network of community resources to facilitate wellness activities
Recommend appropriate activities, lead and co-lead activity groups and encourage clients’ participation in community events
Provide wellness-related counseling and monitor clients’ progress with their goals
Work collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, client-centered services are delivered and documented
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Education or a related area
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) NYS license
Two (2) years’ work experience in benefits and entitlements with extensive knowledge of community resources
Experience with HIV/AIDS afflicted individuals, chronic mental illness, substance abuse individuals and their families a plus
Bilingual skills in English/Spanish a plus
Knowledge and hands-on experience in providing direct services related to the treatment and recovery of persons with HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, serious mental illness, and homelessness
Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficiency with MS Office and Google product suites
Ability to perform and manage in a team approach; excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to handle complex challenges and balance multiple demands on time and attention
Comunilife provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Details
Job Location
Bronx, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$59695.00 - $60000.00 Salary
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Professional Services
Description
Comunilife Inc. is looking for aWellness Coordinator/Health Educatorfor its congregate residential program in the Bronx, La Central. The Wellness Coordinator for La Central provides psychoeducation and support, referrals and linkages to community resources for clients, ensuring Responsibilities include Responsible for planning and coordinating special events and holidays activities. The Counselor will also develop and implement weekly recreational activities including field trips, outings, arts & crafts, games, music and other hobbies. We offer a generous benefits and paid time off package, including tuition reimbursements and professional development opportunities.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
Essential Duties:
Conduct needs assessments
Establishing a network of community resources to facilitate wellness activities
Recommend appropriate activities, lead and co-lead activity groups and encourage clients’ participation in community events
Provide wellness-related counseling and monitor clients’ progress with their goals
Work collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, client-centered services are delivered and documented
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Education or a related area
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) NYS license
Two (2) years’ work experience in benefits and entitlements with extensive knowledge of community resources
Experience with HIV/AIDS afflicted individuals, chronic mental illness, substance abuse individuals and their families a plus
Bilingual skills in English/Spanish a plus
Knowledge and hands-on experience in providing direct services related to the treatment and recovery of persons with HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, serious mental illness, and homelessness
Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficiency with MS Office and Google product suites
Ability to perform and manage in a team approach; excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to handle complex challenges and balance multiple demands on time and attention
Comunilife provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.