Immunization Outreach Worker Part Time

Public Health • New Haven, CT

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About The Position

The Immunization Outreach Worker is a part-time position in the Health Department, working 19 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Some evening and weekend work may be required to support programming. The role identifies and follows up with New Haven residents who are inadequately immunized, including through home visits, and supports activities to improve vaccine delivery, tracking, referrals, education, assessment, training, and support in the New Haven area. The program's goal is to help ensure Connecticut children are appropriately vaccinated by 24 months, in alignment with the National Healthy People 2030 objective.

This is a special-fund, non-tested position. Continued employment depends on the availability of future funding. The position is not eligible for medical benefits, vacation pay, union membership, or union contractual benefits. Employment is contingent on a pre-employment background check and a physical examination that includes drug screening. Applicants must have a valid Connecticut driver's license and their own transportation.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college, preferably with a BS degree in Public Health; or be pursuing a BS degree in Health and Human Services.
• Three years of experience working with health care providers, individuals, and children, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of health care community resources.
• Knowledge of adult and pediatric health care.
• Maturity and experience working successfully with infants, young children, and adults.
• Knowledge of computers, specifically Microsoft Windows.
• Ability to work with diverse socioeconomic and sociocultural groups.
• Ability to work well with coworkers and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Valid Connecticut driver's license and own transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish/English bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Identify through outreach New Haven residents who are inadequately immunized or lack adequate access to health care.
• Follow up with individuals who are inadequately immunized, including conducting home visits.
• Assist local health care facilities with immunization tracking systems, assessments, and data entry.
• Conduct immunization assessments at local health care sites.
• Promote access to Health Department services through community outreach, organizing, and group facilitation.
• Distribute educational materials and resources on immunization and disease prevention.
• Give community presentations and participate in health fairs.
• Perform other related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time