Community Outreach Spec at Temple University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Intake, Assessments, Health Education Workshops, Home Visits, Phone Contact, Data Maintenance, Reporting, Behavior Change Promotion, Health Monitoring, Computer Skills, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, Google Applications, Customer Service, Communication

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Temple University's Center for Community Partnerships is searching for a Community Outreach Specialist. Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following: A hybrid work schedule Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time o11 Paid Holidays 11 Paid Holidays Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE A generous retirement plan and so much more! Salary Grade: T22 Learn more about the “T” salary structure here: https://careers.temple.edu/sites/careers/files/documents/T_Salary_Structure.pdf Position Summary: The Community Health Worker under the PHA CARES program will provide CHW services primarily to original and new residents in Bartram Village, a Philadelphia Housing Authority development. The CHW will conduct intake and assessments, plan health education workshops virtually or in-person at least monthly, may be asked to do home visits and make phone contact, maintain data, and contribute to quarterly reports on outcomes. Interaction between the CHW and PHA residents is designed to promote positive behavior change, regular health monitoring, and stress the importance of addressing health issues for themselves and other family members. Required Education & Experience: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 months of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred: • Completion of a minimum of 75 hours of Community Health Worker Core Training • General Experience in a medical or health-related field and knowledge of medical terminology Required Skills & Abilities: • Strong computer-related skills using Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), and Google applications. • Excellent customer service Skills • Strong oral and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills • Strong problem-solving skills • Knowledge of community resources • Keep documentation that aligns with services provided • Resident of Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) Preferred • Resident of PHA Bartram Village location Required Background Checks: PA Child Abuse Clearance PA State Police Criminal Background Check FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status. Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact. Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. Go here to review: https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-report You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple Department of Public Safety at 215-204-7900.

Responsibilities

The Community Health Worker will provide services primarily to residents in the Bartram Village PHA development, conducting intake, assessments, and planning health education workshops monthly. Responsibilities also include potential home visits, phone contact, data maintenance, and contributing to quarterly outcome reports to promote positive behavior change and health monitoring.