Health Education Specialist
COPE Community Services, Inc.
Summary
We are looking for Health Education Specialist for the Nexus team. Under general supervision, provide harm reduction, education, linkage and referral, and Rapid HIV testing to clients and the public in general. Provide initial engagement and ongoing services to clients, participate in on-going training and education, assist with drop in center, assist with the development and implementation of community event participation and complete data entry and administrative tasks.
Job description
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED plus two (2) years experience working in social, human or health related services.
- Bachelor's degree in social, human or health related services, no experience necessary.
Preferred Qualification
- Spanish speaking with experience working with the bilingual community (Spanish/English).
Important Notes
Must be 21 years of age (insurance requirement) and possess a valid AZ driver's license with a "clean" or "acceptable" driving record. An unacceptable driving record includes (but is not limited to) the following:
- more than two [2] moving violations in the last three [3] years or;
- more than one [1] at-fault accident within the last three [3] years or;
- any major violation (i.e. DUI, Careless/Reckless Driving, Drag Racing, Hit and Run) within the last three [3] years.
Other driving related violations may be considered unacceptable. At time of job offer, submission of 39 month (three year) driving record from DMV will be required. These standards must be maintained throughout employment and up-to-date driving records are reviewed regularly for current employees.
Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED plus two (2) years experience working in social, human or health related services.
- Bachelor's degree in social, human or health related services, no experience necessary.
- Must be 21 years of age (insurance requirement).
- Possess a valid AZ driver's license with a "clean" or "acceptable" driving record.
- Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Wellness Program
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Earned Paid Sick Time
- Generous PTO Accrual Rate
Company overview
COPE Community Services, Inc. is a comprehensive mental health care organization dedicated to providing essential behavioral health services to communities in need. As a community-based healthcare provider, COPE offers a wide range of mental health and substance abuse treatment programs designed to support individuals and families facing behavioral health challenges. The organization typically provides outpatient counseling, crisis intervention services, case management, and community support programs that address various mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction disorders. COPE Community Services operates with a mission to enhance community well-being through accessible, quality mental health care that promotes recovery, resilience, and improved quality of life for clients. These types of organizations play a critical role in the healthcare ecosystem by serving as frontline providers of mental health services, often working with diverse populations including children, adults, and families. They collaborate with other healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to create integrated care networks that address both clinical and social determinants of mental health.