Job Description: The Health Educator I is responsible for participating in delivery of patient education, development of care plan goals / interventions and for performing health coaching for members, for health improvement/wellness programs. Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: Job Responsibilities: Provides information to members eligible for Health Promotion/Wellness Programs. Conducts assessments to identify individual member knowledge, skills and behavioral needs. Identifies and/or coordinates specific health coaching plan needs to address objectives and goals identified during assessments. Interfaces with provider and other health professionals to coordinate health coaching plan for the member. Implements and/or coordinates coaching and/or care plans by educating members regarding health needs. Uses motivational interviewing to facilitate health behavior change. Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of interventions and/or health coaching plans and modifies as needed. Directs members to facilities, community agencies and appropriate provider/network. Refers member to disease management or catastrophic case management. Focuses on improving member health by promoting incremental behavior change leading to healthier outcomes. Job Requirements: Requires BA/BS in appropriate field of specialization; MS preferred. 2 years of related experience in direct care health education exercise instruction or patient education. Certification or advanced certification and/or license appropriate to field of specialty as preferred. or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Prior experience in health coaching wellness/disease management in a call center environment and/or patient education and behavior change techniques and strong understanding of disease management principles is preferred. Residency in the State of Norfolk, VA is required. Job Details: Company: Anthem Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Troy, NY, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here getyourvacancy.com
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