Community Health Worker - Project CARES grant

Job Details

Extended Job Title

Community Health Worker - Project CARES grant

Position Description

Performs responsible and complex duties associated with a specialized function of a Community Health Worker. Duties may vary, but can be generally described as: planning, assigning, coordinating, directing, scheduling, evaluating, verifying, training, and processing of information. A thorough knowledge of policies, procedures, and methods for the area of responsibility is required. Initiative and independent judgments are frequently exercised in formulating procedures or methods, and in program coordination. Work is performed under general supervision within University policies and procedures. Job performance is based upon overall operation effectiveness.

Requisition ID

44092BR

Travel Required

Up to 50%

Pay Grade Maximum

25.00

Major/Essential Functions

• Maintain all program records as assigned with project protocols.
• Refer clients/participants to appropriate agencies/services and follow up on referrals.
• Maintain contact with community partners.
• Plan and attend community outreach activities.
• Tracks forms and reporting community demographic data.
• Maintain community data and data systems.
• Recruit participants to become certified CHWs.
• Provide CHW and cancer prevention education.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members that foster trust and community engagement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Grant Funded?

Yes

Pay Grade Minimum

15.00

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate fluently in writing and speaking, both English and Spanish.
• Previous experience with community health/outreach experience.
• Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to work with various community members and organizations
• Able to work a flexible schedule which may include day, evening, and weekend hours
• Personal transportation with current driver’s license and insurance is required.

Department

SHP Research and Innovation Lbk

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent. Three years progressively responsible CHW experience. Additional education and/or related experience to equal three years may substitute on a year for year basis. Community Health Worker Certification.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No