What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Outreach Specialist position at Northwest Family Services?
Provide individuals with culturally appropriate information for the purpose of reducing barriers to low-cost or no-cost breast and/or cervical cancer screening services.
What you’ll do:
· Provide screening and health system services as well as breast and/or cervical cancer screenings to program participants.
· Enroll a minimum of 80 individuals in the program for each of the Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties.
· On an annual basis provide at least three culturally appropriate outreach and education screening services for breast and cervical cancer.
· Conduct intake, assessment, and orientation for ScreenWise services.
· Assist individuals diagnosed with cancer to enroll in Project Access Now (Tri-County) or Project Access Network (Marion and Polk Counties).
· Provide care coordination and navigation to individuals who have either individual or employer health insurance.
· Schedule screenings with network ScreenWise providers.
· Regular attendance is required.
· Other duties as required.
Who you are:
· Bilingual, bi-cultural English and Spanish required.
· A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
· Community Health Worker certification or experience is preferred.
Diversity Statement
Northwest Family Services, through our mission, practices and the services we offer, are committed to the belief that all people deserve dignity and respect. As we serve our communities, we will continue to work together to listen, to learn, and to act to overcome historic values and structures that have led to discrimination and inequities.
We are committed to creating a culture of belonging, where all staff are valued and given opportunity to grow and succeed equitably. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, primary language, ethnic background or socioeconomic status. NWFS pursues policies, strategies, and programs which promote diversity, inclusion, and equity in our daily work. We seek staff who share our vision and commitment to our communities.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22
