Green Card Certified Diabetes Educator Jobs
Certified Diabetes Educator roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your degree level and the employer's PERM filing. Employers file a PERM labor certification with the DOL before sponsoring you for permanent residency, making this a long-term pathway distinct from temporary work visas.
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Assesses patient need for diabetes education. Provides individualized diabetes self-management education/training based on assessment. Plans and conducts continuing education programs for professional staff and the community.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collects DSME/T program participant assessment data, using a recognized certification database/program in a collaborative and ongoing manner.
- Develops educational goals, learning objectives and a plan for educational content and teaching methods with program participants.
- Collaboratively develops an individualized follow-up plan with each program participant. Evaluates effectiveness of educational services provided by measuring attainment of learning objectives.
- Conducts a follow-up assessment upon completion of DSME/T program services, using outcome measures from the AADE7 Continuum of Outcomes Framework.
- Documents assessment data, educational plan, educational services provided and evaluation results in each participant's educational records.
- Participates in the development of education curricula and materials.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Registered/Licensed Dietitian.
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or eligible and must obtain CDCES certification within nine months of hire
- Experience in counseling patients with diabetes and experience in community education.
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Preferred
- Master’s Degree.
- 1-3 years’ experience in Diabetes Education / Health Living Coaching.
- Certified insulin pump trainer (CPT).
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org.
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
Assesses patient need for diabetes education. Provides individualized diabetes self-management education/training based on assessment. Plans and conducts continuing education programs for professional staff and the community.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collects DSME/T program participant assessment data, using a recognized certification database/program in a collaborative and ongoing manner.
- Develops educational goals, learning objectives and a plan for educational content and teaching methods with program participants.
- Collaboratively develops an individualized follow-up plan with each program participant. Evaluates effectiveness of educational services provided by measuring attainment of learning objectives.
- Conducts a follow-up assessment upon completion of DSME/T program services, using outcome measures from the AADE7 Continuum of Outcomes Framework.
- Documents assessment data, educational plan, educational services provided and evaluation results in each participant's educational records.
- Participates in the development of education curricula and materials.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Registered/Licensed Dietitian.
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or eligible and must obtain CDCES certification within nine months of hire
- Experience in counseling patients with diabetes and experience in community education.
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Preferred
- Master’s Degree.
- 1-3 years’ experience in Diabetes Education / Health Living Coaching.
- Certified insulin pump trainer (CPT).
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Certified Diabetes Educator
Verify your credentials meet PERM requirements
PERM filings for Certified Diabetes Educator roles typically require documented proof of your CDE credential and a qualifying degree. Gather certified transcripts, your CDCES certificate, and any state licensure records before your employer starts the DOL process.
Target health systems with PERM filing history
Large hospital networks, integrated health systems, and Federally Qualified Health Centers sponsor foreign workers more routinely than private practices. Focus your search on employers whose HR teams already understand the PERM labor certification timeline and have sponsored clinical educators before.
Search sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Certified Diabetes Educator job postings by employers with active green card sponsorship history. This cuts through postings from employers unfamiliar with EB-2 or EB-3 filing, so you spend time on roles where sponsorship is genuinely on the table.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility early
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree and standard CDE certification, it likely qualifies under EB-3. A master's degree or a clinical leadership scope can push the position into EB-2 territory, which affects your priority date and overall green card timeline.
Ask employers about prevailing wage before accepting offers
DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for your job zone and location before certifying the PERM. Cross-check the OFLC Wage Search for Certified Diabetes Educator roles in your target city so you can flag any gap before your employer submits the LCA.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer letter terms
Sponsorship commitments made verbally rarely hold. Before signing, confirm in writing that your employer will initiate PERM within an agreed timeframe, typically within six to twelve months of your start date, and that they cover DOL and USCIS filing costs.
Green Card Certified Diabetes Educator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Certified Diabetes Educator role qualify for an EB-2 or EB-3 green card?
Most Certified Diabetes Educator positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring a bachelor's degree plus the CDCES credential. If the role requires a master's degree in nursing, dietetics, or a related clinical field, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's PERM filing will specify the minimum requirements, so the degree level written into the job description directly determines which category is used.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
The green card route through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status you need to renew. Unlike the H-1B visa, EB-3 has no annual lottery, so you aren't subject to random selection. The tradeoff is time: the full PERM-to-green-card process typically spans two to four years for most countries, longer for India and China due to priority date backlogs.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Certified Diabetes Educator?
Your employer files an Application for Permanent Employment Certification with DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. workers were available for the position at the prevailing wage. They run a mandatory recruitment campaign, including job postings and internal notices, before submitting. DOL then reviews the case, and approval allows your employer to file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS to formally sponsor your green card.
How do I find employers who will sponsor a green card for a Certified Diabetes Educator?
Use Migrate Mate to search Certified Diabetes Educator roles filtered by employers with confirmed green card sponsorship activity. Health systems, diabetes care programs at academic medical centers, and large endocrinology practices are the most consistent sponsors. Targeting employers who have filed PERM applications before significantly increases your chances of a realistic sponsorship conversation during the hiring process.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is approved but before I have a green card?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a same or similar occupational role without restarting the process from scratch. For Certified Diabetes Educators, a move to a related diabetes care or clinical education position generally qualifies. Consult an immigration attorney before making any employer change to confirm your specific case meets the portability criteria.