What are the responsibilities and job description for the Well-being Clinician (Health Educator), Center for Workplace Well-being position at MUSC Health?
Job Description Summary
Under the Direction of the Manager, the Well-being Clinician (Health Educator) focuses on promoting the professional resiliency and wellbeing of all MUSC employees. This position designs, implements, and evaluates evidence-based workplace well-being education programs, resources, and initiatives that foster a culture of well-being and improve employee personal well-being . The Well-being Clinician (Health Educator) serves as a subject matter expert and collaborates with other interdisciplinary teams and leaders to support all staff in achieving optimal emotional, physical and social well-being. The Well-being Clinician will service the Midlands division and Orangeburg.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC005330 SYS - Chief Wellbeing Officer
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
Health-27
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Development and Implementation
Education and Experience
This position operates in a professional office environment within a hospital, university, and outpatient clinic settings. Some events and workshops will require early morning, late evening or weekend work. Travel is required to access teams, units, departments and clinics in assigned divisions. Time management and the ability to be flexible to schedule changes and updates are a must.
Additional Job Description
Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent Work Experience: 2-4 years
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
Under the Direction of the Manager, the Well-being Clinician (Health Educator) focuses on promoting the professional resiliency and wellbeing of all MUSC employees. This position designs, implements, and evaluates evidence-based workplace well-being education programs, resources, and initiatives that foster a culture of well-being and improve employee personal well-being . The Well-being Clinician (Health Educator) serves as a subject matter expert and collaborates with other interdisciplinary teams and leaders to support all staff in achieving optimal emotional, physical and social well-being. The Well-being Clinician will service the Midlands division and Orangeburg.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC005330 SYS - Chief Wellbeing Officer
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
Health-27
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Development and Implementation
- Identify, develop, support and deliver workplace well-being education programs tailored to the unique needs of university and health system employees, addressing prevention, recovery and restoration aligned with organization’s well-being strategic plans and goals.
- Develop and distribute educational materials, workshops and webinars.
- Teach approved curricula, including Stress First Aid training.
- Organize, coordinate and participate in well-being events, health fairs and campaigns aligned with organizational strategic plan and goals.
- Support the activation of individual and team strengths to facilitate positive impact on engagement, relationships, culture, and well-being.
- Conduct well-being and needs assessments through surveys, focus sessions and focus groups, rounding and data analysis to identify well-being needs and priorities for individuals, teams, units and departments, as requested by Director.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to align well-being initiatives with organizational well-being strategies.
- Advocate for policies, resources and workplace practices that support employee well-being.
- Provide one-on-one consultations for leaders and staff on workplace well-being related topics to support workplace well-being model.
- Serve as a visible and trusted point of contact for employees seeking guidance on personal and professional well-being and provide direct consultation, education and support as needed. Provide individualized warm handoffs to EAP, other mental health resources, coaching, or other support resources as appropriate.
- Maintain communication with employees about well-being programs to ensure ongoing engagement and accessibility to resources.
- Stay current with emerging trends, best practices, and research in health education, resiliency and workplace well-being.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines related to workplace health and safety.
Education and Experience
- A bachelor’s degree in health education, health promotion or a closely related field such as psychology, biology, sociology, education, or physical education and health education experience.
- Certification as a Health Education Specialists or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in health education, wellness program management, or related roles, preferably in a healthcare or academic setting.
- Experience in wellbeing and resilience-based strategies approaches helpful.
- Previous or current experience in employee engagement, or employee relations desirable.
- Knowledge of principles, practices and theories of public health education and promotion.
- Excellent presentation, facilitation, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of stress injury, resiliency support, trauma informed care, recovery and healing processes for healthcare professionals.
- Experience facilitating groups, particularly leading groups following stress injury, traumatic events and knowledge of group therapeutic factors.
- Knowledge of techniques involved in the preparation and presentation of educational visual aids, displays, and exhibits.
- Demonstrate ability to self-reflect and engage in appropriate communication, self-care, coping and healthy boundaries to manage risks of secondary traumatization.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and maintain confidential information and materials.
- Ability to organize and maintain different projects simultaneously.
- Ability to use tact, judgment and diplomacy.
- Ability to display professional standards of behaviors
- Knowledge of all MUSC administrative policies, procedures and operations.
- Proficiency in using digital tools for health education.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Must be flexible with time and space.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk or travel for extended periods of time.
- Capacity to lift and carry materials or equipment (up to 30lbs) for events and workshops.
This position operates in a professional office environment within a hospital, university, and outpatient clinic settings. Some events and workshops will require early morning, late evening or weekend work. Travel is required to access teams, units, departments and clinics in assigned divisions. Time management and the ability to be flexible to schedule changes and updates are a must.
Additional Job Description
Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent Work Experience: 2-4 years
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
