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About The Position

Requirements

• Knowledge of Social Determinants of Health: Knowledge of the various social, economic, and environmental factors that influence individual and community health, including disparities in access to resources and services.
• Knowledge of Mental/Behavioral Health: Familiarity with the impact of mental and behavioral health on physical health outcomes, including an understanding of common mental health issues and how they intersect with physical health needs.
• Knowledge of Public Health Principles: Basic knowledge of public health practices, epidemiology, disease prevention, health promotion, and social service systems, including the roles of government agencies and community organizations in addressing health needs.
• Community Experience: Experience working with priority or underserved communities, with an understanding of relevant unique challenges and resources.
• Cultural Competency: Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations, recognizing and respecting cultural norms, practices, and values within the community.
• Effective Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal formats using plain language that is accessible to individuals from diverse backgrounds. This includes the ability to adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different communities served.
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, community members, and stakeholders. Strong team collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Technology Proficiency: Ability to operate a personal computer and use internet-based tools and applications for data entry, communication, and research.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in a second language (especially relevant languages in the community served) is highly preferred to effectively communicate with a broader population.
• Previous experience in a public health or community-based agency environment, with familiarity in coordinating services and supporting public health initiatives.
• Community Health Worker (CHW) certification, or the ability to obtain one after hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating health improvement initiatives
• Health promotion and education
• Development and support of health programs
• Disease prevention activities
• Capacity building
• Service coordination
• Program evaluation to assess effectiveness and community impact
• Collaborating with community networks and partners to identify, prioritize, and implement public health initiatives
• Supporting individuals during pregnancy and the postpartum period, including connecting clients to prenatal and postpartum care
• Promoting safe sleep practices and car seat safety through education and community-based classes
• Addressing social determinants of health such as transportation, housing, food access, and healthcare navigation
• Conducting outreach and building relationships in WIC and clinic settings as well as the broader community
• Supporting community initiatives related to adolescent health, reproductive health, and family well-being

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan)
• sick leave
• family/personal leave
• annual leave