Peer Educator - Lung Cancer Screening
Core
Peer-led community engagement to raise awareness and encourage participation in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program for LGBTQ+ communities.
Role type
Peer Educator (Community Health)
Builds
Community awareness and screening uptake for LGBTQ+ populations
Domain
Public Health / Cancer Prevention / LGBTQ+ Community Services
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
lived experience with lung cancer screening eligibility, LGBTQ+ community connections, public event engagement, clear communication, resource distribution, referral to healthcare staff
Preferred skills
experience in health promotion, commitment to equity and inclusion
Technologies
none
Responsibilities
Engage with LGBTQ+ community members at Pride festivals and events; Share accurate information about lung cancer screening eligibility and access; Encourage conversations between community members and healthcare providers; Distribute resources and refer complex questions to staff; Represent ACON professionally at public events; Attend required training and follow privacy requirements
Seniority
Casual, event-based role