Health Educator

The Epilepsy Foundation of Metropolitan New York (EFMNY), an affiliate of CLC Group, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by epilepsy through education, advocacy, and support. The Health Educator plays a vital role in promoting health awareness, delivering seizure first aid education, and supporting individuals served through OPWDD-funded programs. This position is central to our mission of empowering individuals, families, and communities with the knowledge and tools to respond effectively to epilepsy and related health needs.

• Develop and deliver seizure first aid training for staff, families, and community partners in accordance with OPWDD guidelines and EFMNY policies.
• Facilitate the bi‑weekly “Individuals with Epilepsy” support group, fostering peer connection and education.
• Create, translate, and distribute health education materials tailored to diverse audiences.
• Provide certificates and follow‑up resources post‑training.
• Support recertification efforts and stay informed on current research and best practices.
• Assist in developing internal policies and procedures related to health education.

• Conduct outreach via phone, email, and mail to promote programs and events.
• Build and maintain partnerships with healthcare providers, advocacy groups, and community organizations.
• Represent EFMNY at health fairs, community events, and agency committees.
• Coordinate tabling logistics and organize volunteers for outreach events.
• Lead marketing efforts including flyers, letters, and community‑based webinars.

• Maintain accurate records of trainings, attendance, and evaluations in compliance with OPWDD documentation standards.
• Track Family Reimbursement (FR) statistics and seizure training metrics.
• Assist potential clients with applications and outreach follow‑ups.
• Schedule and send reminders to clinicians and participants.
• Moderate meetings, take minutes, and manage inquiry communications.
• Cross‑check payer‑of‑last‑resort services and track individual expenditures.

• Plan and execute NEAM (National Epilepsy Awareness Month) campaigns and other awareness initiatives.
• Curate and post weekly social media content with relevant captions and hashtags.
• Engage with followers, respond to messages/comments, and grow EFMNY’s online presence.
• Manage social media release forms and update Link Tree to align with campaigns.

• Assist with grant tracking, reporting, and survey outreach.
• Call individuals who received services to gather feedback and complete evaluations.
• Retrieve reports from colleagues and maintain organized documentation.

• Support the Director of Development with miscellaneous requests and strategic initiatives.
• Participate in public speaking engagements on behalf of EFMNY (e.g., media, news outlets).
• Contribute creative ideas for programs, website content, and community engagement.
• Ensure all required clearances for direct support are obtained and maintained.