Case Worker – Health Educator

ACCESS - Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services

. Provide advocacy, culturally appropriate health education, and information about assigned program objectives to clients and communities .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in health education, case management, and community outreach, with a strong focus on diabetes prevention and culturally appropriate advocacy. Proficient in program analysis, client support, and effective communication across diverse populations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Coach CertificationCulturally Appropriate Health EducationCase ManagementMotivational InterviewingGroup Facilitation

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Hard Skills

Health EducationCase ManagementProgram AnalysisCommunity AssessmentClient SupportCrisis InterventionBasic EMR FunctionalityMicrosoft OfficeSocial Service KnowledgeFundraising Event Organization

Soft Skills

Effective Oral CommunicationEffective Written CommunicationInstructional AbilityConfidentiality MaintenanceTask Prioritization

Tools & Technologies

Video Conferencing PlatformsStandard Office EquipmentSocial Media Content CreationWebsite Content Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Coach CertificationAssociate Degree in Business, Marketing, Public Health, Social Work, or Human Services

Industry Keywords

Community ResourcesHealth and WellnessHealthy Living BehaviorsService Eligibility RulesFunding Agency Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide advocacy, culturally appropriate health education, and information about assigned program objectives to clients and communities
Provide care coordination, case management, and system navigation to assure access to care
Build individual and community capacity by teaching people how to manage their own health needs
Conduct individual and community assessments to determine needs and identify risks
Conduct outreach, including home visits, to provide education, assessment, and social support
Document services in compliance with the agency’s quality assurance plan
Report program progress at required intervals according to funding guidelines
Create educational and program marketing materials, including newsletters, Facebook content, and website content
Analyze programs and identify participant characteristics
Organize activities and fundraising events supporting program objectives
Maintain agency confidentiality and client privacy
Maintain current knowledge of services provided to clients
Follow funding source requirements and applicable CARF standards
Facilitate delivery of the ACCESS Diabetes Prevention Program, provide participant support and services such as blood pressure measurement and diabetic foot care, and maintain curriculum fidelity
Serve as a cultural bridge among individuals, communities, and health and social service systems
Travel to community locations for program delivery and/or deliver programs virtually
Attend training events, meetings, and conferences as needed for funding requirements
Translate and interpret information for non-English-speaking clients as needed
Conduct presentations for audiences of varying sizes and demographics
Assist clients with enrollment in programs, services, and benefits and refer clients to outside services when needed
Operate standard office equipment and required software applications
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Full-time position
Arabic bilingual ability preferred
Associate degree required in Business, Marketing, Public Health, Social Work, or Human Services, based on assigned functional area
At least two years of experience in sales, marketing, public health, social work, or human services
Experience in group facilitation in person and using a video conferencing platform preferred
Experience in motivational interviewing and lifestyle change health coaching preferred
Equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training may be approved by Human Resources
Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Coach certification required at hire if employed in the diabetes program, or must be obtained within 3 months of hire
Knowledge of community resources, social service agencies, crisis intervention providers, service eligibility rules, funding agency requirements, basic health and wellness, fitness principles, healthy living behaviors, and basic EMR functionality
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to instruct others, operate standard office equipment, and use Microsoft Office and other required software
Ability to partner across functional areas, prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality
English speaking and writing required
Arabic, Spanish, or another native language of the predominant service population preferred
Local travel may be required
Normal business hours, with some additional hours as needed