Founded in 1866, The Floating Hospital, is one of the last remaining charity hospitals in New York City. Our commitment is the same as it was 160 years ago: unrestricted healthcare to all who walk through our doors, regardless of identity, insurance status, or
the ability to pay. We welcome individuals of all ages, from infants, school-age children (5+), youth and adults. The Floating Hospital is a Federally Qualified Health Center and the largest provider to homeless families living in family shelters and domestic violence safe houses throughout all five boroughs.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate health education programs targeted towards patients, schools, community organizations, and/or selected groups.
- Provide one-on-one health counseling to patients on health topics to promote behavior change.
- Plan, organize, and implement health education workshops and trivia for adults, adolescents, and children. Topics may include, but are not limited to: depression, heart disease, HIV/AIDS, sexual health, stress, drug and alcohol prevention, diabetes, nutrition, fitness and exercise, self -esteem, safety, asthma, hygiene
- These workshops may be conducted off-site at schools, shelters or community centers.
- Create and/or enhance existing educational materials as needed.
- Research and collect data for current and future health education programs.
- Act as a resource in health education to our patients, TFH staff, community partners, etc.
- Be knowledgeable of current issues related to Health Education through professional publications and research.
- Assume responsibility for professional development and job-related competency.
- Attend in-service trainings and meetings as required by TFH; may serve on various committees as needed.
- Attendance and participation in the annual Camp Rise Up program; specific duties will be assigned by Supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- The Health Education Specialist will participate as a member of a group of professionals, dedicated to delivering comprehensive, holistic health education services to at-risk children, adolescents, and the community.
