Community Health Worker, (PICHC)

Who We Are

CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 72,000 individuals and families each year at our 100 locations, including 10,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families live in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

Position

Community Health Worker

Reports To: Community Health Worker Supervisor

Location: 21 Synder Avenue Brooklyn NY 11203

What The Community Health Worker Does

• Interview and evaluate applicants for services, formulate service plans and goals, and aid participants to implement service plans.
• Work with participants to overcome barriers/goals, assist participants in advocating for themselves and in moving toward self-sufficiency.
• Provide education on topics related but not limited to childbearing, reproductive health child safety, parenting and infant and child development.
• Act as liaison and advocate for participants with referral sources regarding participant’s progress related to their education, healthcare, housing issues, etc.
• Locate and connect participants to appropriate community resources.
• Conduct street outreach to recruit participants from local businesses, schools, hospitals, clinics, etc.
• Plan and utilize creative outreach strategy events (such as mailings, home visits, baby showers, door to door flyer distribution) to motivate participants to agree to use CHW program services.

Minimum Education/Experience Required

• A High School Diploma or GED and 4 years of applicable experience and/or equivalent experience.

Other Requirements

• Bi-lingual Haitian Kreyol/English or Spanish/English is Preferred.
• Some evenings and/weekends may be required for outreach activities

Compensation

$41,363 annually

Status

Full-time (35 hours per week)

Benefits

CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.