On my first day of the internship I learned that the management of the department would be changing within that week, so my supervisor and I were taking on new roles at the same time. This opportunity created a great collaborative experience in we used each other to determine the best plan of action. Her responsibilities of course were much more important and intense than mine, but it was still an opportunity to learn about the different levels within a career. As the supervisor of Health Education at CalOptima, she was in charge of ensuring that members were receiving the proper education and responses to their request. In addition she supported the department in developing educational programs and events for both members and office personnel to stay in order with compliance regulations. Providing quality healthcare education and opportunities is her passion and it can be seen in her work today.
The role of supervisor for the department is not an easy role and requires hard work and patience. Her previous position was a senior health educator, interacting with members providing services and education per request. Now she has less member interaction but knows that her job is not any less impactful to the members. Along with experience a Master's in Public Health supports her current position. Now it is not required but it is certainly an added bonus and often can be accomplished with the support of a government organization or successful company. An important piece of advice she passed on was to remember that we are here to help others and not to judge. We live in a society that views disabilities in a negative light and in reality it is what makes us all different. From this piece of advice I am extremely interested in a career that is in the field of healthcare for the sole purpose of being able to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
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