• Diabetes Peer

    Baylor Scott & White Health (Dallas, TX)


    About Us

     

    Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

    Our Core Values are:

    + We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

    + We never settle by constantly striving for better.

    + We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

    + We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

     

    Benefits

     

    Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

     

    + Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits

    + Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

    + Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more

    + Immediate access to time off benefits

     

    At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

     

    Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

    Job Summary

    The Diabetes Peer knows their community well and acts as a cultural mediator between their church or faith community and the Baylor Scott & White Health system. They work closely with Community Health and Diabetes Educators. They provide basic diabetes and health education, informal counseling, and self-management support that fits their specific cultural setting.

    Essential Functions of the Role

    + Assists in tailoring a faith-based diabetes program relevant to the Diabetes Peer's community beliefs.

    + Promotes culturally competent care by educating DHWI staff about beliefs and practices in their faith community.

    + Recruits fellow members of their faith community who have diabetes to participate in a diabetes education program.

    + Conducts a comprehensive diabetes education program and evaluate the achievement of learning goals of each participant.

    + Partners with Community Health and Diabetes Educators in helping prescribed therapies.

    + Links people with appropriate community resources and services available from DHWI.

    + Attends 160 CHW training course provided by DHWI.

    Key Success Factors

    + General knowledge of diabetes care modalities, therapies, terminology and equipment.

    + Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.

    + Ability to effectively use a variety of teaching methods.

    + Cultural proficiency related to health practices

    + Pledged, dependable, adjustable, inventive, resourceful and has an exceptional desire to help the community.

    + Able to interact positively with patients as needed.

    + General computer skills include using software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, handheld scanning, and email.

     

    Belonging Statement

     

    We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    + EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

    + EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

     

    As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.