Community Health Advocate

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Erie Neighborhood House Full time
Job Title: Community Health Advocate

About the Role:
Erie Neighborhood House is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Health Advocate to join our team. As a trusted community member, you will play a crucial role in empowering your peers through education and connections to social and health resources.

Company Overview:
Erie Neighborhood House has been providing comprehensive support to immigrant and low-income families in Chicago since 1870. Our modern social services nonprofit offers a wide range of programs and resources for children and youth, mental health and community wellness, adult education and training, legal services, and more. Our mission is to promote a culture of health and encourage our staff and participants to become leaders in the movement for community wellness and equity.

Salary and Benefits:
This position comes with an estimated annual salary of $25,000, plus additional benefits such as work/life integration, professional development opportunities, and employer-sponsored learning and development programs. We are committed to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Community Health Advocate, your key responsibilities will include:
  1. Providing health and low-income resources to community members.
  2. Addressing the needs of ethnic and racial groups, vulnerable populations, and communities with major health concerns.
  3. Advocating for communities often overlooked due to economic or cultural differences.
  4. Teaching individuals and families to adopt healthier eating habits and encouraging active lifestyles.
  5. Assisting people in navigating and enrolling in public assistance programs and health insurance.
  6. Identifying and researching new services and resources for community members.
  7. Providing general information to community members on available community resources and basic health and nutrition.

Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following qualifications:
  1. Available to engage in blocks of a minimum 2 hours to complete 150 hours of service between July 1, 2024, thru June 30, 2025.
  2. High School Diploma.
  3. Experience working with an immigrant population.
  4. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
  5. Ability to facilitate and lead community workshops, presentations, and community projects.
  6. Desire and ability to work independently, but also to perform in a team environment.
  7. Commitment to social justice and sensitivity to the assets and challenges of a diverse group of participants.
  8. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  9. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
  10. Reliable transportation is required to travel between work sites, partner agencies, workshops, and outreach events.


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