Date Posted: 11/06/2024

Requisition Number: 8825

Location: Commerce Place 

Work Days: M-F 9-5  

Category: Human and Social Services  

Department: Sexual & Reproductive Health  

Job Type: Full Time  

Work Shift: Day 

Hours/Week: 40.00 

Union Name: Non Union

Department Description:The Cambridge Health Alliance’s Sexual and Reproductive Health Program is a multi-grant funded program as part of the Community Health Improvement Department that provides clinical, education, and outreach services to clients at CHA health centers and in the surrounding communities. Education services include comprehensive reproductive and sexual health counseling services in clinical settings, education and outreach in CHA communities, and youth development programs in local school systems. Services are available to adolescents, adults, community organizations, and professionals. This mission of the program is to better the reproductive and sexual health outcomes of our communities, as well as help address the social determinants of health of our communities. Our vision is for all to have unbiased and equitable access to reproductive and sexual health services. The three main priorities of the program include helping clients to make empowered choices by providing access to sex-positive health services through counseling and education, advocating for reproductive and sexual health rights for everyone, and being a trusted resource in our communities. In order to achieve these priorities, we maintain high quality work, timeliness, collaborative teamwork, supportive communication, strong leadership and passionate advocacy. 
Position Description: The Community Health Educator provides reproductive and sexual health education in the City of Malden and supports students in gaining access to primary care or social services. This is a full time position: 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. 
Requirements:Bachelor’s degree preferred, though relevant experience is valued highly 2 years of related experience preferred Bilingual candidate preferred (Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole) Knowledge of and/or experience with sexual health content preferred Demonstrated ability to work with people of different races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, and experiences. Reliable transportation required   

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.
 

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.