Community Health Outreach Specialist
4 weeks ago
The Urban League of Portland is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Community Health Outreach Specialist to join our team. As a Community Health Outreach Specialist, you will play a critical role in connecting families with affordable health insurance options and providing connections to appropriate services to broadly address the health needs of program participants.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct outreach to recruit participants and educate community members of the current array of programs and services within the Urban League.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships and partnerships with community partners that are in contact with African American families who may be eligible for Oregon Health Plans, including schools, after-school programs, community clinics, local organizations, and faith-based communities.
• Assess clients' involvement in services, identify barriers to care and readiness to access care, including: client knowledge of eligibility status, health records, and other personal information required for Oregon Health Plan intake.
• Ensure compliance with all contract requirements including program performance data, reports, and documentation as required.
• Collect information and data using the highest degree of confidentiality and professionalism, as may be required for compliance reporting purposes.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and current written and database records/files.
Requirements:
• Bachelor Degree in Community Health, Social Work or related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in community outreach, health education, or social services, working with and relating to African Americans.
• Community Health Worker (or other traditional health worker) Certification preferred but will train.
• Commitment to and knowledge of social justice issues and the dynamics of social change, the history and mission of the Urban League of Portland.
• Knowledge and understanding of working with low-income families and specifically within the African American community, particularly in light of the unique strengths and barriers in this community.
• Knowledge of emergency, social, education, domestic violence, health, human services, and information/referral systems.
• Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites with an emphasis on Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook programs.
• Must have a car for daily use, in-state insurance with your name on the policy and a valid Oregon state license, active for at least one year with an acceptable driving record.
Benefits:
The Urban League of Portland offers a comprehensive benefits package, including HMO plans 100% employer paid medical, dental and vision for qualifying employees and their additional dependents, 12 paid holidays, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and more.
About Us:
The Urban League of Portland is a key coalition-builder amongst other organizations, and work extensively with both traditional and emerging groups, the faith-based community, businesses, and other organizations, including those serving immigrants and refugees. Our mission is to empower African Americans and others to achieve equality in education, employment, health, economic security and quality of life. We offer workforce services, community health services, summer youth programming, senior services, meaningful civic engagement opportunities, and powerful advocacy.
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