Community Health Advocate

4 weeks ago


San Antonio, Texas, United States Methodist Healthcare Ministries Full time
Job Summary

The Community Health Worker will serve as a bridge between underserved communities, local churches, and healthcare providers to facilitate health promotion and education, disease prevention, and system navigation. This role requires a strong understanding of community resources and assets that can improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources and services.
  • Identify and connect underserved populations to healthcare resources and services.
  • Establish and maintain community partnerships and programs.
  • Provide informal counseling and support to clients and families.
  • Work effectively with diverse stakeholders to reduce cultural and socioeconomic barriers to quality healthcare.
  • Help clients and families build social capital and efficacy to support positive health outcomes.
  • Translate and interpret for clients and healthcare providers.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Knowledge of community health and 1-2 years of experience as a community health worker preferred.
  • Valid certification as a Community Health Worker by the Texas Department of State Health Services preferred.
  • CPR certification preferred.
Language Skills

Must be fluent in English and Spanish, with the ability to read, write, and speak effectively.

Reasoning Ability

Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Computer Skills

Must be able to demonstrate working knowledge of the Internet, Outlook, Word, and Excel applications.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment is an office setting with direct contact with clients and the public. The position requires bending, stooping, twisting, turning, walking, climbing step stools, sitting, and standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift and maneuver at least 30 pounds.



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