Community Outreach Worker

INDIAN HEALTH COUNCIL INC•Valley Center, CA

2d•$26 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1970, Indian Health Council, Inc. (IHC) has provided high-quality, compassionate healthcare and support services to the nine Federally recognized American Indian tribes in north San Diego County. With more than 200 employees serving 2 clinic sites, IHC is proud of the diversity of its staff as a reflection of the community it serves. The reward of working at IHC is more than a paycheck and excellent benefits; it is the impact and contribution to the Tribal community that employees value most. If you are passionate about improving the overall health and wellness of our tribal community, IHC is looking for people like you. The Outreach Worker is responsible for completion of all prevention activities including outreach, collaboration, training, and education of the community. The Outreach Worker will deliver outreach services to parents, children, youth at risk and elders.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a social service field preferably in the mental health arena, or two (2) years of community service experience is preferred.
Public Speaking experience required.
Must have knowledge of American Indians and Indian values and practices.
Must have knowledge of responsibilities involved in doing work that is highly confidential and the handling and processing of confidential information.
Must have knowledge of the local area, in particularly the Indian reservations, for the purpose of making home visits.
Must have a clear understanding of appropriate cultural customs within this particular community.
Skilled in public speaking, creating presentations, and delivering information in an engaging manner.
Ability to implement and execute community events; follow up with clients.
A valid California driver’s license and a good driving record will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Current AED CPR certification or attainment within 6 months of hire.
Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam, tuberculin skin test or x-ray and urine drug screen test that includes marijuana.
Health must be adequate to perform all duties of the position.
Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Promote awareness of IHC services, including 988 Tribal Crisis Response program, and focus on emphasis of promoting and maintaining community, family and individual wellness at community events, gatherings and public relations campaigns.
Coordinate and organize activities to increase awareness of suicide risk, identify signs of an early detection of suicide risk. Promote community wellness through the involvement in cultural and social activities known to support individual and community resilience.
Develop and disseminate 988 informational materials to the tribal community at all IHC physical locations including community events and at other outreach-type events. The focus of these brochures and promotional material will be to increase awareness of suicide risk, identify signs of and early detection of suicide risk and promote community wellness through cultural and social activities.
Provide support to individuals and families who are at risk and in need of linkages to on-going services and makes referrals to a clinician for assessment and/or treatment services.
Conduct workshops, presentations, public forums as necessary to get messaging out to the community.
Prepare monthly narratives and analytical reports.
Work closely with the Program Coordinator to achieve grant objectives.
Work closely with the Marketing Department to provide social media messaging.
Position may be reassigned during activation of EOP.

Benefits

PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contribution
company-paid life and disability insurance
malpractice coverage for providers
403B retirement with company matching
generous PTO and Sick time
14 paid holidays
paid jury service
paid bereavement leave
reimbursement for professional license(s), and certifications such as CPR and continuing education units
Our facility also qualifies as a high-need area for provider CA State and Federal Loan Repayment Programs.