Community Dental Health Advocate (RDH)
About The Position
Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving oral health outcomes and expanding access to care for diverse populations. As a Community Dental Health Advocate (Part-Time), you will play a vital role in supporting LIBERTY Dental Plan members through education, outreach, and oral health screenings. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed dental hygienist who is passionate about community engagement, health education, and being a trusted resource for families and members. This position blends outreach, advocacy, oral health expertise, and meaningful connections with community groups, schools, and healthcare partners. Must reside near Phoenix, Arizona (within 1-1.5 hour drive) for community outreach efforts.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years or Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene
- Active dental hygiene license in good standing; must meet credentialing requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in dental healthcare, dental office management, and/or dental insurance
- Advanced knowledge of dental terminology
- Bilingual fluency (read, write, and speak) in a non‑English language
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and build community partnerships
- Project management capability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience working with diverse communities
- Familiarity with government structures, agencies, and policies related to oral health
- Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance (minimum liability coverage: $100,000)
- Hybrid, must reside near Phoenix, Arizona (within 1-1.5 hour drive) for community outreach efforts.
- Comfortable with extensive travel (50–85%) and varied environments (office, home, community sites)
Nice To Haves
- Outreach experience with providers, members, or government-managed care programs
- Experience with HEDIS measures (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Conduct outreach to Liberty Dental Plan members and educate them on Dental Wellness Plan benefits and oral health best practices.
- Perform oral health screenings at member events such as health fairs, community gatherings, and educational sessions.
- Conduct screenings in day care centers, elementary schools, and middle schools, obtaining required parental/guardian consent.
- Build strong relationships with community organizations, dental and medical providers, and local partners.
- Work closely with community-based services to help members navigate their benefits and improve oral and overall health behaviors.
- Collaborate with internal teams—including Leadership, Member Services, Provider Services, Customer Service, and Data Analytics—to enhance program effectiveness and communication.
- Assist with developing and distributing program communications across multiple channels (social media, print, news outlets, etc.).
- Maintain a high standard of privacy and adhere to all PHI regulations.
Benefits
- Happy, healthy employees enhance our ability to assist our members and contribute more actively to their communities. That’s why Liberty offers competitive and attractive benefit packages for our employees. We strive to care for employees in ways that promote wellness and productivity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
