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EASA Health Navigation Coordinator - Bilingual (PS22)
Benton County (OR) Corvallis, OR
$53k-66k (estimate)
Part Time 7 Days Ago
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Benton County (OR) is Hiring an EASA Health Navigation Coordinator - Bilingual (PS22) Near Corvallis, OR

Are you looking for a job that will make a difference in your Community? Benton County Behavioral Health Early Assessment and Support Alliance Team is currently looking for a Bilingual Health Navigation Coordinator. 
Introduction to Early Assessment and Support Alliance (EASA)
EASA is an innovative program for youth and young adults (ages 15-25) who have recently begun experiencing unusual thoughts and behaviors or who have started hearing or seeing things that others don’t. EASA provides outreach throughout Benton County towards rapidly identifying individuals needing early intervention to prevent the issues associated with untreated psychosis. EASA collaborates with families and community partners to build strong support networks.
 
EASA provides expert assessment as well as individualized treatment planning. For those meeting criteria for enrollment, EASA delivers approximately two years of coordinated specialty care services including: counseling, case management, skills training, psychiatry & nursing, health education, family supports, peer supports, employment & education supports, social groups and much more. EASA services are transitional: the focus is on supporting individuals and their families to develop the knowledge, skills, and resources to be successful in the long run.
 
Job Summary
The EASA Bilingual Clinical Health Navigator will coordinate the activities of EASA Community Education to reach diverse communities in Benton County, with a particular focus on serving Latino & Hispanic community members.
The EASA Bilingual Clinical Health Navigator will be responsible for facilitating development of EASA referral and retention networks between diverse communities and EASA. This will be achieved through outreach and engagement to these communities. Methods of outreach will include individual information sessions, group workshops, creating and maintaining networks with other agencies and organizations. This position will also be responsible for data gathering, reporting, and monitoring.
 
Please note:
  • This is a regular status, part time, benefit eligible position at .5 FTE (20 hours a week).
  • This is a Bilingual Spanish/ English position and offers a Bilingual Differential of base salary plus an additional 5% upon successful completion of required language testing.
Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.

The first review of applications will be on May 13, 2024.
Applications that are submitted after this date may or may not be considered for interviews. The posting may close without notice after the first review date when a sufficient number of qualified candidates are received.
Your Total Compensation/Benefits
  • Spend more time with your family, friends and get back to doing what you love!
    • 10 Paid Holidays 2 Floating Holidays 8 hours of vacation accrual every month sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
  • $0 Health Insurance Premium!
    • Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your whole family without paying a dime.
    • The county currently pays up to $10.28 per hour to cover your health benefits ($1,781 a month for a family plan, $21,372 a year).
    • In addition, the county contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Retirement account!
      • Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
      • You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
    • Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
  • Get ready for retirement. Save money without putting in money!
    • After 6 months of employment:
    • The county makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
    • The county makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
  • A free and award-winning wellness program 
    • Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health 
    • Interactive seminars, challenges and fun activities 
    • Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs
  • 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long Term Disability coverage.
    • Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
  • Annual salary range of:
    • $45,394 - $59,554 
    • This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standing!
    • For most employees who take advantage of health benefits the salary only makes up 60% of their total compensation. The County invests in you and your family!
  • Have benefits questions?
    • Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov
We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA community members. The strength of our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County.
 
Minimum QualificationsThe following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
  • Associate's Degree in Public Health, Education, Communications or a closely related field; AND
  • 2 years of related work experience in Public Health, Education, Community Outreach, Health Services or Health Navigation; AND
  • Bilingual skills in Spanish & English: This position is Bilingual and requires duties to be done in both English and Spanish.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Please note candidates must have at least 6 months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent. Special Requirements:
  • Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. 
  • Valid Oregon driver's license.
The Ideal Candidate
  • Community Health Worker Certification with the Oregon Health Authority.
  • Experience using the OCHIN and EPIC Electronic Health Record Systems.
Questions regarding this position can be directed to
Anna Dennis, Mental Health SupervisorBenton County Health ServicesTelephone: (541) 766-6289Anna.Dennis-Kelly@bentoncountyor.gov 
 
Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”
Working at Benton County
Living in Benton County
How to Apply
  • To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
  • Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered. 
  • Answer all supplemental questions.
After you Apply
  • You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
  • Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment. 
Additional information
  • This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
  • This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). 
  • This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle. 
  • Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
  • Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
  • Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
  • Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
  • If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.
 
Helpful links and contact information
Learn more about Benton CountyUnderstanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
 
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Part Time

SALARY

$53k-66k (estimate)

POST DATE

04/28/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

05/13/2024

WEBSITE

co.benton.or.us

HEADQUARTERS

CORVALLIS, OR

SIZE

200 - 500

FOUNDED

1847

CEO

MITCH ANDERSON

REVENUE

$50M - $200M

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