Public Health Advocate

23 hours ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Volunteers of America- Minnesota Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Public Health AmeriCorps Member to join our team at Volunteers of America-MN. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in promoting health and well-being among underserved individuals in our community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Market and promote health and well-being services to individuals within assigned buildings to ensure that residents are aware of available services.
  • Help lead group health sessions supporting residents' self-management of their chronic conditions.
  • Partner with current VOA-MN CHWs as they provide individualized and sustained health promotion services.
  • Help coordinate and assist residents and staff at on-site events featuring Community Paramedics and/or Community Pharmacists.
  • Conduct introductory and ongoing visits and calls with residents to set health goals, support them in reaching the goals, and connect them with resources they need.
  • Coach residents to get the most out of their doctor's appointments.
  • Attend important doctor appointments with residents.
  • Collaborate with other VOA services and community professionals to ensure that a wide network of resources is available for program participants.
  • Assure program participant privacy is maintained by being knowledgeable and following HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
AmeriCorps Member Benefits
  • Student Loan Deferment and Interest Forbearance
  • Child Care Benefits Program
  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Benefits
  • Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Access to Schools of National Service Network for Additional Education Benefits
  • Access of AmeriCorps Alumni & Employers of National Service Network
  • Segal Education Award upon completion of service
  • Health Insurance provided while serving
Qualifications
  • Must be 18 years of age or older by two weeks prior to your start date.
  • Must have at least a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent by your start date.
  • Must be either a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.
  • Must pass mandatory National Service Criminal History Checks.
  • Must not have served four or more prior terms of service with AmeriCorps State or National.
  • Must speak, read, and write English fluently.
  • Must have experience with professional computer skills and confidence using computers.

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