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Community Health Worker (Spanish)

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
$27.00/Hour without benefits
United States, Virginia, Chesterfield
Jan 21, 2025
Job Title: Community Health Worker (Spanish) Duration: 4+ months Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 30-40 hrs/week; occasional evenings & weekends to accommodate community events and activities. Location: Chesterfield, VA 23834 Job Description: The Chesterfield Health District's Senior Community Health Worker (Sr. CHW) will aim to increase knowledge through education, prevention, and resource navigation for priority populations in a culturally competent manner. This individual will work closely with our health clinics, local partners and businesses including schools, faith-based organizations, and other agencies to improve client health outcomes. Job Responsibilities: Works frequently within the district's health clinics, referring patients for social needs. Builds and maintains relationships with residents through door-to-door outreach, involvement in community organizations/coalitions, and performs outreach documentation. Builds relationships with local organizations and leaders to determine health needs of the community and to build trust. Participates in the coordination of regular health promotion activities such as health fairs, organizational events, COVID-19 testing/vaccination events, and other local events. Serves as a community liaison for community members around public health programs and community assessments. Participates in community meetings held by local organizations to ensure resident input. Promotes, facilitates, and coordinates REVIVE! trainings (how to respond to an opioid overdose) for Client persons. Assists with grant application preparation and reporting, as requested. Minimum Qualifications: English/Spanish bilingualism is required. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, or equivalent training & experience. At least one year of professional experience in health education, human services, healthcare, or related field. Strong organizational, written communication, and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in teams. Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.), and Google suite applications (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, etc.). Possess and maintain a valid State driver's license. Ability to drive State owned vehicle and/or personal vehicle to each locality. Mandatory Qualifications: Certified CHW (or can become certified within the first 3 months of employment). Has completed professional training in CHW (provided by IHPI or VDH) or can within the first 3 months of employment. REVIVE! trained.