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THE WELLNESS PLAN MEDICAL CENTERS Health Coordinator (LMSW) in DETROIT, Michigan

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating sexual health education and outreach programs. This includes developing educational materials, coordinating workshops and training sessions, and working closely with community partners to promote sexual health awareness. The Sexual Health Program Coordinator will also be responsible for monitoring program budgets, tracking program outcomes, and reporting on program progress to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public health, excellent communication skills, and a passion for promoting sexual health and wellness. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to make a real difference in the community and improve the sexual health and wellbeing of individuals.

Formal education required:

  • Master's degree from an educational program that is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
  • Complete at least 4,000 hours of post-degree supervised social work experience over at least a 2-year period. If the experience is gained in Michigan, must hold a Limited LMSW License
  • Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education or related field
  • 1-2 years' experience in program coordination or project management
  • Knowledge of sexual health issues and best practices

Experience/skills/ability required (number of years and type, if applicable):

  • 5-years' experience including 2-years' knowledge and skill in case work methodology
  • 2-years' experience working with children and adolescents
  • 1-2 years' experience in performing psychosocial assessment risks factor analysis and treatment planning
  • 1-2 years' experience in individual and family counseling in a health care setting

Further formal education which is not required but which may be desirable:

  • Experience in a managed care or federally qualified health center (FQHC)
  • Experience with the needs of inner-city, low-income populations
  • Experience with patient and /or community health care education
  • Experience with the availability of and referral to community health care services
  • Experience with visiting patients in their homes or in institutions
  • Knowledge of healthcare insurances: Medicaid, Medicare and Managed Care

Specialized training and/or certification/license:

  • Valid Michigan Social Work License
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
  • Ability to work with a high level of cultural diversity
  • Ability to maintain strictest confidentiality
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to handle multiple projects with competing priorities
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as presentation skills
  • Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
  • Flexibility to work at all TWPMC locations
  • Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary to deal effectively with various levels of internal personnel, outside customers and community groups
  • Computer literate including Microsoft Outlook, internet use and proficient in Word, Excel, Power Point and other Microsoft Office applications
  • Valid Michigan driver's license and access to a vehicle

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan, implement and evaluate sexual health education and outreach programs

Develop educational materials and resources

Coordinate workshops and training sessions

Work closely with community partners to promote sexual health awareness

Monitor program budgets, track program outcomes and report on program progress to stakeholders

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