Community Engagement Coordinator

Title: Community Engagement Specialist

Location: REMOTE/FIELD WORK GEORGIA

Candidate must be located within Valdosta, Remerton, Barwick, Hahira or Albany

• Travel Required will be 80% of the role. Travel will entail the entire state of GA.

Duration: 12 Months Contract (Potential extension or Temp to hire)

Target Start Date (based on successful onboarding completion): ASAP

Shift: Monday to Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST / Friday: 8:30-5:30 PM EST

• Overtime is required depending on the assignment

Day-to-day responsibilities of this role and a description of the project:

• Responsible for conducting home visits to high-risk members to complete a non-medical assessment to identify barriers impeding care such as home safety issues, transportation, and other social determinants of health.
• Connecting with community partners and/or organizations to build partnerships that help to address the needs of our members.
• Coordinate, implement, and participate in community events within the designated region, but could include the entire Georgia market.

Top 3 Skills must have:

• Knowledge of Community Health Practices: This includes understanding the health needs of the community, local health disparities, preventive health strategies, and social determinants of health. A strong foundation in these areas allows a CHW to effectively serve the community.
• Data Collection and Reporting: Ability to gather health-related data through surveys, interviews, or other methods and report on this data accurately. Familiarity with digital health tools, record-keeping systems, or data analysis can be crucial for tracking community health outcomes.
• Cultural Competency and Language Proficiency: Given that CHWs often work with diverse populations, understanding the cultural context and being able to communicate in the languages spoken by the community is a must. This could include fluency in specific languages or an understanding of cultural norms that affect health behaviors.

What type of personality performs best within your team, given the overall environment and workplace dynamic?

• Empathetic and Community-Focused: Given the nature of the role, a CHW needs to be deeply empathetic and community-oriented. They should be passionate about helping others, understanding diverse community needs, and promoting health equity.
• Collaborative and Adaptable: The team dynamic often involves working with other health professionals, social services, and community organizations. An individual who thrives in a collaborative, flexible environment and can pivot based on community needs will perform best.
• Energetic with a Problem-Solving Mindset: The role may require handling various challenges or crises, so individuals who are energetic, proactive, and enjoy solving complex problems in real-time will fit well.

Required Skills/Experience/Education:

• 2 years of RECENT EXPERIENCE - Community Outreach & Service Coordination (knowledge of community resources and partners within designated region)
• Willingness to travel, travel will be 80% of the role. Travel will entail the entire state of GA.
• Must have Reliable Transportation, Valid driver’s License, and Proof of Insurance
• Strong Verbal & Written Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management, and Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) skills.
• Proof of High School Diploma/GED or higher is REQUIRED. Must have an on-hand copy of HSD/GED/Transcript.
• Attendance/Reliability needed. Attendance is mandatory - no time off allowed during training.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Community Outreach & Service Coordination: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Valdosta, GA 31602 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $25