Community Health Worker II

About the Role

The Community Health Worker II recruits participants, assesses community needs, and connects participants to social and community support resources. This role co-leads data collection and program assessment, provides periodic support to the Together for a Better Tomorrow program, and serves as an instructor to CHW students and trainees.

Responsibilities

• Participates in patient recruitment, program planning, implementation, and evaluation, including managing appointments, developing program materials, assisting support staff, and data collection.
• Participates in research related to health promotion and disease prevention.
• Serves as an instructor to CHW students and trainees in formal, structured programs.
• Manages program data, coordinates appointments, and ensures availability of medical records.
• Communicates with program participants, research staff, community members, and stakeholders.
• Assists patients seeking financial and other social/community support services.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience in public relations, outreach, training, or related areas.
• Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certification, certified CHW, Promotora Certification of Training, or ability to complete Promotora Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Community Health Worker with Spanish-speaking communities.
• Public relations and marketing experience.
• Experience assisting or leading training efforts.
• Experience with data collection, data management, and community-based participatory research.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to multitask, work cooperatively, and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
• Strong computer literacy, including troubleshooting and technological support.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance with employer contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts and long-term disability insurance.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Health and wellness programs, including free exercise programs.
• Professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning and conference support.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance.

Please note: This position is grant-funded, and future employment may be contingent upon continued funding. Work beyond normal office hours, including weekends/evenings, and travel within and outside the Lower Rio Grande Valley are required.