UNIV - Community Dental Health Coordinator Program Advisor & Instructor - College of Dental Medicine

Job Description Summary

The CDHC Program Advisor & Instructor plays a key role in supporting the success and sustainability of the Community Dental Health Coordinator (CDHC) Program. This individual will support the Program Director in providing instruction to participants, facilitating course activities, and collaborating on curriculum evaluation and improvement efforts to ensure the program remains sustainable, relevant, and impactful.

This individual will also provide direct support and mentorship to participants enrolled in the CDHC program. Responsibilities include individualized guidance to help participants complete the program successfully, strengthen their skills, and explore how to apply their CDHC training within their current roles or future career pathways.

In addition, the Program Advisor & Instructor will also assist in coordinating CDHC integration efforts with partnering dental hygiene training programs, helping to extend the reach and impact of the CDHC model. This includes working with faculty partners, offering technical support, and promoting CDHC certification pathways for students.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC005349 CDM Pee Dee RHN

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-06

Pay Range

47,588.00 - 67,817.00 - 88,047.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Description

• 25% Instruction & Course Facilitation: Delivering course content, facilitating learning activities, reviewing assessments, and supporting participants through program completion.

• 25% Curriculum Review & Program Evaluation: Collaborating with the Program Director to assess and improve curriculum content, instructional methods, and program outcomes.

• 25% Partner Engagement & Program Integration: Supporting CDHC implementation within dental hygiene training programs, working with external partners and faculty.

• 15% Participant Mentorship & Advising: Providing individualized guidance, career coaching, and skill application support to current and prospective CDHCs.

• 10% Administrative Support, Outreach & Other Duties: Assisting with outreach, data tracking, recruitment, program reporting, and other assigned responsibilities.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Reviewing and providing feedback on participant assessments

• Assisting with participant tracking and program evaluation

• Representing the program at events or conferences

• Supporting recruitment and outreach efforts

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least one degree in dental hygiene.

  • This may include either:

    • A bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene, or

    • An associate degree in dental hygiene and a bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., public health, health education, behavioral science)

• Active licensure by the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry

• CDHC (Community Dental Health Coordinator) certification

• Two years of relevant program experience (e.g., in public health, dental hygiene education, or community-based oral health programs)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated skill in mentorship, instructional delivery, or technical assistance within professional or academic settings

• Experience with curriculum review, program evaluation, or interprofessional collaboration

• Strong communication skills and comfort representing programs at events, conferences, or stakeholder meetings

MUSC Physical Requirements:

(Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift)

Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent)

Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent)

Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)

Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)

Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent)

Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)

Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)

Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)

Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent)

Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent)

Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)

Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)

Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)

Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)

Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)

Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent)

Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and two years relevant program experience. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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