Health Educator

NEED $10,000 FOR COLLEGE?? Apply now at www.bayac.org to make an impact on Bay Area youth while also earning money toward your own educational goals!

Are you passionate about the health and wellness of Bay Area youth and would like to provide health education? We are looking to fill Health Educator positions in organizations such as City of Berkeley: Berkeley High School Health Center. The Health Education AmeriCorps Members provide individual, classroom and campus based health education and counseling services to Berkeley High School, B-Tech and middle school students. This may look like assisting with the implementation of a peer education program, providing health education classes or 1 on 1 sessions, organizing health fairs and active outreach. 

What is BAYAC AmeriCorps?

BAYAC AmeriCorps collaborates with schools and community-based organizations to serve youth and families in the San Francisco Bay Area. As part of AmeriCorps, BAYAC Members commit to a full-time (40 hours/week) term of service in the Bay Area's most high-need communities, working to provide youth with opportunities for meaningful engagement, skill building, and emotional and social development. This is a paid work experience program for folks who are looking to advance their career working with youth and in the field of education. We are hiring folks to serve as after-school educators, classroom aides, academic coaches & mentors, tutors, health educators, case managers, and enrichment activities coordinators.

Position duties may include:

• Recruit, train and facilitate SHIFT, Sexual Health Information From Teens, a peer, sexual education group
• Work as part of the health education team to provide one-on-one health education appointments at Berkeley High School Health Center (topics include: birth control options counseling, pregnancy testing, STD/HIV testing, nutrition education, alcohol, tobacco, and drug education and prevention)
• Participate in the implementation of an assets based youth development program training Berkeley High School students to be peer health educators
• Support students/youth in developing the skills they need to be successful in school and life
• Provide homework and academic support for program participants at school sites
• Provide case management, referrals, and independent living skills for clients at community based sites
• Plan and facilitate youth focused lesson plans and activities
• Promote a safe and positive learning environment
• Actively supervise and ensure student/youth safety at all times
• Model positive attitudes, behaviors, and language
• Communicate regularly with the site coordinator and regional supervisor
• Maintain accurate attendance records and reporting procedures
• Attend and participate in weekly training and cohort meetings

Gain experience and skills:

• Work full time in diverse and vibrant Bay Area communities
• Work within the education and nonprofit sectors
• Develop basic teaching skills, including curriculum development, behavior management practices and public speaking/facilitation
• Make lasting connections with fellow service minded community members
• Build confidence in public speaking
• Acquire concrete workplace skills
• Develop personal and professional goals with guidance and support
• Promote meaningful community partnerships
• Become part of a large alumni network

Qualifications:

• U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or a lawful permanent resident of the United States
• At least 17 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) and commit to an 11-month term of service
• Successful completion of TB test and Live Scan/fingerprinting (upon hire)
• Prefer to have 48 college credits completed
• Prefer bilingual in Spanish/English, not required

To Apply: Go to http://www.bayac.org/ and click "Apply Now!" to submit your application and be scheduled for an interview. Get your applications in today, as we are filling our positions on a first come first serve basis!

Timeline: Service cohorts begin August 2024 and serve until July 2025 for 1,700-hour members.

• $30,000 Member stipend for the service term spread throughout 11 months
• Earn up to $10,000 (pre-tax) in education awards upon completion of your term
• Health care benefits
• Student loan forbearance for qualifying loans
• Childcare assistance (if eligible)
• Participate in 120-340 hours of professional development & training