Community Health Worker II

Job Title

Community Health Worker II

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Environmental And Occupational Health

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

McAllen, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment   

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

 

Who we are 

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research, and team-based health care delivery. 

What we want  

The Community Health Worker II recruits participants, assesses community needs, and connects participants to social and community support resources. This position co-leads data collection and program assessment and provides periodic support to Together for a Better Tomorrow program functions.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.  

Resume/Cover Letter: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.   

Other Factors/Requirements: Persons in this position should be able to work beyond normal office hours including adaptable work hours on weekends/evenings. This position will require occasional travel outside of the Lower Rio Grande Valley as well as substantial travel within the Lower Rio Grande Valley (multiple Counties). Persons in this position should be able to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines. This position will require the ability to temporarily store data in home residence.

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. 

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Associate degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Four years of related experience

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certification, certified CHW and/or CHWI, Promotora Certification of Training, or ability to successfully complete Promotora Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of related experience as a Community Health Worker working with Spanish-speaking community members, stakeholders, and completing research and outreach activities

• Public relations and marketing experience

• Experience with assisting or leading training efforts

• Experience with data collection and data management efforts

• Experience with community-based participatory research efforts