Oral Health Educator

Job Title :Oral Health Educator

Location : Indianapolis, IN 46204

Contract :12+ Months

Hybrid

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene, Public Health, Education or a related field.

Certification or degree in Degree in Dental Hygiene, Public Health or a related field.

Knowledge of oral hygiene practices, common dental issues and preventative care strategies

Experience in delivering health education or training programs, ideally in a school-based setting, early learning center or healthcare setting.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to develop accessible, engaging, and culturally appropriate educational materials

Proficiency in data management & analysis.

Prior experience with grant writing and budgeting

Certification in oral health education

Responsibilities:

Training & Education: Develop and deliver tailored workshops, and training sessions for CNAs, school nurses, early learning centers, and community partners on oral health best practices.

Resource Development: Create and distribute educational materials such as guides, checklists, pamphlets, posters, videos, and digital content tailored to skilled nursing facilities, school settings, and families.

Collaboration: Work closely with Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) leadership, school administrators, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to align oral health education with patient care protocols, school health needs, and community-based initiatives.

Oral Health Advocacy: Promote the importance of oral health in overall health, especially for elderly residents, chronically ill patients, children, and vulnerable populations.

Support & Guidance: Serve as a resource to CNAs, school nurses, educators, and community partners by providing ongoing support, answering questions, and offering solutions to oral health challenges.

Outreach & Events: Support planning, coordination, and participation in community outreach events, health fairs, school-based programs, and public health campaigns to expand oral health awareness and access.

Program Support: Assist with program planning, preparation and distribution of oral health education materials, grant proposals, budgets, data collection, and reporting.

Evaluation: Monitor and assess the impact of educational programs and outreach activities and recommend improvements to enhance care delivery, school-based prevention, and community engagement.