Public Health Advocate Outreach Worker Position

12 hours ago

Worcester, Massachusetts, United States City of Worcester, MA Full time

Job Summary: The City of Worcester seeks a qualified Public Health Advocate Outreach Worker to join our team in the Housing Division. As a Staff Assistant II, you will provide culturally competent case management services and health education to families with children under the age of six affected by lead poisoning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct home visits with families who have children who are lead poisoned or have elevated blood lead levels throughout the Central Massachusetts area.
  • Work closely with Massachusetts Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program staff to ensure effective communication of pertinent information related to cases.
  • Develop and coordinate community outreach efforts, including building relationships with local, state, and community partners, providing health education, and educating the public on lead poison prevention.
  • Provide training and technical support on lead law compliance to community groups, public housing authorities, city personnel, and others.
  • Manage the application process from individual owners/tenants as well as contracted application assistance agencies.
  • Plan and manage quarterly Worcester Healthy Homes Meeting with community partners.

Requirements:

  • Associate's Degree in Public Health, Social Services, or a related field; or a combination of education and training with two years of related healthcare, social service, or community engagement experience.
  • Valid Driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience with communicating and working collaboratively with populations diverse in language, social-economic status, race, gender, ethnicity, or cultural backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two years of experience performing community outreach.
  • Two years of experience with case management and interviewing techniques.
  • Two years of experience with performing home visits or inspections.

Salary Range: $28.78 - $34.89 hourly, full-time, with an excellent benefits package.

How to Apply: Please visit www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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