13-004 - Operation Change Motivational Interviewer (EXTRA) - SC /San Diego Kroc
San Diego, CA 
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Posted 25 days ago
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Description

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

The Operation Change Motivational Interviewer is a member of the Operation Change leadership team. The primary role of this individual is to be a wellness authority and supportive mentor who educates and motivates individuals to cultivate positive health choices through lifestyle and behavior modification.

Essential Functions

  • Understand the importance of the psychology of behavior change.
  • Educate and support participants to achieve health goals.
  • Develop effective, efficient, and integrative interpersonal coaching skills while maintaining a supportive environment for behavior change.
  • Work one-on-one or with groups to encourage change in lifestyle and/ or health behaviors.
  • Interpret, translate, or provide cultural medication related to health services or information for the participants of Operation Change.

Working Conditions

  • Must be at least 18 years old.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

  • Strong communication, both written and oral.
  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
  • Ability to apply motivational interviewing techniques to maximize participant outcomes and success.
  • Ability to facilitate weekly goal setting focus groups.
  • Ability to build and lead cohesive, successful teams.


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)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Salary and Benefits
21.00
Required Experience
Open
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