Description Planned Parenthood North Central States Health Educator of Indigenous Programs - Bemidji, MN Hybrid Starting salary for candidate who meets minimum requirements (Experience will be compensated): $20.50+/hr Typical Schedule: 20 hours/week Union Membership: These positions are represented by SEIU. About Us: At Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS), we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That's why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of young people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. Click here to learn more: What to expect: With the support of the Indigenous Initiatives Education team at PPNCS, the Health Educator II is responsible to build and sustain community partnerships, facilitate culturally specific youth and adult leadership development peer education programming and delivers human sexuality education to diverse learners in and around Bemidji, Minnesota. The Health Educator II is responsible for additional responsibilities such as peer mentorship, administrative tasks, and contributing to curriculum and program development as well as promoting reproductive health services to meet the goals of the Education Department and supporting the mission of Planned Parenthood North Central States. Health Educators are advocates in implementing our mission "To affirm the right to reproductive and sexual health and freedom for all by providing excellent care, trusted education, and fierce advocacy". Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9-5pm. Occasional weekend and evening hours. During programing it will be 1 evening a week for several months, typically programming happens 4 times a year. Travel will be required. Responsibilities: This position will impact us with the following contributions: Design and deliver innovative culturally-specific sexuality education with Indigenous communities in Bemidji, Red Lake, Cass Lake and other surrounding communities in a variety of settings and locations such as schools, community organizations, correctional facilities and treatment centers Plan, organize, coordinate and provide staffing for displays, exhibits, and promotional efforts at health fairs and community celebrations including but not limited to powwows and other community events. Assist with the implementation of focus groups to gather key information on how to best deliver sexuality education in Indigenous communities in northern Minnesota. Develop and deliver multi-session and peer sexuality education programs targeted to audiences at highest risk for unintended pregnancy and STIs, and those who can most directly influence them; develop curricula and support materials for these programs as needed. Plan and prioritize annual work plans and budgets for community education with the Manager of Indigenous Initiatives. Evaluate, promote and disseminate accurate and current information and curricula relating to sexuality; keep current on related periodicals, journals, books and curricula, and films. Compile, record, and evaluate outreach and educational statistics and prepare reports as needed. Participate in appropriate professional meetings and work groups to build coalitions and partnerships with other community groups on educational programming; and build and maintain professional relationships. Dedicate time to professional skill development around Diversity Equity and Inclusion work. At least 10% of time or 4 hours per week for a 40 hour work week. Minimum Qualifications: Experience working in Indigenous communities and other culturally and racially diverse populations LGBTQ+ community experience At least one-year experience in youth development, healt education, public health, or related area Familiarity with the network of organizations and agencies serving Indigenous communities throughout northern Minnesota. Access to independent transportation, valid driver's license and auto insurance with willingness to drive to different clinic and/or program sites as needed Benefits: This position is eligible for: A comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, Dental, Vision - With equity-based premium tiers NICE HEALTHCARE - free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations) Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications Flex Spending Account Life insurance PTO, Float holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays 403(b) Eight weeks paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Please note: We require all PPNCS employees, volunteers, interns, and fellows to have a current, up-to date, COVID vaccine (Exemptions may be provided for medical, disability (ADA) or religious reasons.) Planned Parenthood North Central States supports people of all ages in making responsible choices and planning their futures. We are an organization committed to creating and fostering an environment that leads to engaged employees, and we believe engaged employees results in satisfied customers and exceptional experiences. When you work for Planned Parenthood you make a difference in the lives of those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom. Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work environment and encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of initial skill set. Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation. Questions? Contact for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Equal Employment Opportunity