Education Coordinator - Chicago, United States - Respiratory Health Association

Description

Overview:

Respiratory Health Association is a 501(c)3 local lung health charity residing in Chicago since 1906. We believe in a future free of lung disease. A world without lung cancer, asthma, or COPD. A world with clean air, where everyone breathes easier. To achieve that goal, we collaborate with researchers in a relentless pursuit of new treatments and cures. We empower adults and children living with lung disease by teaching them skills to manage their health.

We work with lawmakers to craft innovative policies that promote healthy communities, reduce tobacco use, protect our environment, and build a more sustainable future.

Working closely with the Asthma and Tobacco Programs teams, the Education Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and delivering school-based asthma programs for students living with asthma and their caregivers throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs; coordinating and delivering school-based vaping programs for students and caregivers; and delivering Courage to Quit and Counsel to Quit; community-based lung tobacco cessation programs.

This position requires experience fostering relationships with community-based partners and delivering community and school-based programs in a fast-paced environment, excellent verbal communication skills, the ability to work in a team environment as well as independently, and strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:


Program Outreach and Delivery

• Attend asthma, tobacco, and other relevant trainings to become proficient at delivering asthma, vaping, and tobacco cessation programs.
• Deliver school and communitybased asthma and lung health education programs, including vaping education and RHA's evidencebased Fight Asthma Now (FAN) asthma management education program, throughout Chicago and the surrounding community.
• Deliver a targeted number of Fight Asthma Now and vaping programs to youth and teens (ages with asthma.
• Deliver Courage to Quit and Counsel to Quit; communitybased lung tobacco cessation and treatment integration programs to multiple, diverse audiences.
• Communicate and meet regularly with Respiratory Health Association's Asthma and Tobacco Program Managers and Program Director.

Data Collection and Management:

• Maintain a database of school and community contacts and program delivery.
• Collect and organize outreach data; input data into Microsoft Excel database; support analysis of program data.
• Supports program evaluation, database management, and program inventory.
• Document and track the number of asthma, vaping, and tobacco cessation programs classes and workshops delivered. Perform other duties as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree.
• At least one year of experience in the implementation of community programs, health education, and/or public health initiatives.
• Experience working in Chicago's West and/or Southside communities, facilitating communitybased education programs for children and adults, and desire to advance health equity in these communities preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; must be comfortable and able to outreach to schools and community organizations and speak in front of diverse groups of students and adults.
• Must have a valid Illinois driver's license. Access to a car is preferred but not required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Intermediate computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Salary/Benefits:

• Salary $50,000/year
• RHA offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and retirement plan.
• RHA currently has a Hybrid/Remote schedule and when in the office, onsite parking is available.
• RHA offers generous paid time off for vacation, sick time, and personal days.
• RHA supports professional development opportunities that meet our criteria.

Please note:
Respiratory Health Association (501C3) is fully committed to equal opportunity employment in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Association does not hire persons who smokes or vape.


Pay:
$50,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60607: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60607