Lead Community Health Worker

Wage Max: 46,584.00 Annual
Wage Min: 43,080.00 Annual
Position Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt (Conditional)
Shift: Monday to Friday; 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

SUMMARY:

This evolving position is located in the Operations Division within the Oklahoma City-County Health Department (OCCHD). The employee works under the direct supervision of the Community Health Engagement (CHE) Supervisor. The employee works collaboratively with a team of health care professionals, community health workers (CHW), social service agencies, schools, and agency programs to provide clients with opportunities to stabilize and improve their health. The position is responsible for overseeing activities related to the implementation of the grant work plan and working with community members, partners, and organizations to implement all strategies outlined in the work plan. The employee must be proficient in conveying information between community members, partner organizations, and OCCHD staff. The employee is responsible for attending all necessary trainings as outlined in the grant requirements. The employee works within school-based settings, agency and/or clinical settings, and/or community-based organizations.

PRINICIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a summary of the duties and responsibilities commonly found within this classification. All employees must maintain a commitment to the OCCHD's mission, vision and strategic goals. This summary is not meant to be all-inclusive, thus, other related activities or tasks may be assigned.

This position functions at the entry level (Tier 1) as defined by the Council on Linkages Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals. An emphasis on the following domains is important in this role:

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills
• Communication Skills
• Health Equity Skills
• Community Partnership Skills

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 30 hours of college courses, allied health professional certificate, Associates Degree (one year of field experience can substitute for education requirements)
• Strong connection to and experience with vulnerable populations in the Oklahoma City metro
• Bilingual a plus
• Valid Oklahoma driver license required
• Must become CPR certified within 90 days of employment

LEVEL 1 - Three years of public contact experience required

LEVEL 2 - Four years of public contact experience required

BENEFITS:

• As an employee of the Oklahoma City-County Health Department, you will enjoy comprehensive benefits which consists of:
• 15 days per year of annual leave
• 15 days per year of sick leave
• 15 paid holidays annually
• A comprehensive health insurance package – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and flexible medical spending account
• A generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Retirement plans: Defined Contribution Plan and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

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AA/EOE 

Successful candidate subject to background check, reference verification and drug screening.