Community Health Worker (Bilingual)- Part-time Temporary

Compensation Range

$0.00 - $0.00

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Job Description Summary

*Position pays $25 an hour!

The Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking a
Community Health Worker to provide health education, mental health resources,
and social services to members in the community who have limited access to
medical care. In this role, you communicate with underserved people,
particularly women, children, and migrant workers, in order to determine the
care, they need and connect them to the right services.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with
members of marginalized or underserved communities in order to access the
healthcare they need. Additionally, they will have strong interpersonal skills and
a strong dedication to helping patients, neighbors, and clients lead a healthier lifestyle.

*Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) required.

*The hours are generally anywhere between 7:00am and 5:00pm, but some weekends or evenings may be necessary on a limited basis. This position is limited to 30 hours per week.

Candidate must possess a CO drivers license and must be comfortable operating a mobile medical unit.

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Job Description

Increase Community Health Awareness - 25%

• Educate community members about preventative healthcare measures, disease management, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Empower community members to take ownership of their health and advocate for positive changes in their neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces.

Improve Healthcare Access - 25%

• Facilitate access to healthcare services, including vaccinations, screenings, and treatments, particularly for underserved populations.

Enhance Health Literacy - 20%

• Help community members understand medical information, navigate health care systems, and advocate for their own health needs.
• Pursue ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay abreast of best practices, emerging health issues, and new technologies in community health work.

Promote Behavior Change - 20%

• Encourage individuals and families to adopt healthy behaviors such as exercising regularly, eating nutritious foods, and seeking medical care when necessary.
• Respect and incorporate cultural beliefs, values, and practices into health education and interventions to ensure they are relevant and effective for diverse communities.
• Offer tailored assistance to individuals facing socioeconomic challenges, language barriers, or other barriers to health access.

Strengthen Community Partnerships - 10%

• Collaborate with local health care providers, government agencies, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to address community health needs effectively.

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Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or 2 years job mentoring or on the job training or an Associate's Degree in a health related field.
• 1 year understanding of local social and health resources to make appropriate referrals.
• Ability to manage data.
• Comfortable with public speaking and leading group discussion and workshops.
• Strong organization and case management skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish and/or other languages spoken in the community.
• Candidate must pass a criminal background check.

This position is non- exempt (Compensation to determine FLSA status) from the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

As an applicant for this position, you should be aware of Senate Bill 19-085, the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The act requires employers to announce the pay range for job openings. This range encompasses the nine pay steps available should you receive the position and demonstrate satisfactory performance over time. 

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This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.