Become A Part of the El Programa Hispano Catòlico Team!
El Programa Hispano Católico (EPHC) is an organization that supports individuals in reaching their fullest potential. For nearly 40 years, our mission has been to advance racial equity and social justice through the power of our Latine roots, culture, and community. This mission, which is at the heart of everything we do, has allowed us to respond to local needs by addressing the social determinants of health. We achieve this through our program areas : Housing, Economic Sustainability, Education, Community Wellness, and DV / SA Prevention and Intervention. Today, EPHC serves more than 30,000 people annually and employs over 100 staff members, the majority of whom are bilingual, and over 93% are bicultural.
Although EPHC is affiliated with the Catholic Charities Network, candidates or participants do not need to be Catholic to work with us or receive services. Across our programs and services, staff of all faiths-or none-work within our framework of respect for our mission, the dignity of the human person, and the common good.
To learn more about EPHC, visit our website at
Benefits :
- Vacation & Sick Time Benefits
- 14 Paid Holidays
- 90% employer-paid health insurance with buy-up options
- 401k with Employer Contribution
- Short Term / Long Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Access to our Retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group Life Insurance
- Bonus Wellness Days
- Continuous Growth and Development Opportunities
- Opportunities to serve your community and make a positive impact
About The Role :
The Community Health Worker (CHW) supports mobile health clinics and services by serving as a trusted liaison between community members, healthcare providers, and social service organizations. The CHW provides outreach, education, care coordination, and navigation support to increase access to health services, reduce barriers, and promote wellness among underserved populations. This position plays a key role in connecting individuals and families to preventive care, chronic disease management, community resources, health & wellness fair coordination, and community workshop facilitation. CHWs are frontline public health workers who are trusted members of and / or have a close understanding of the community served.
Principle Duties & Responsibilities :
Conduct outreach to promote and increase awareness of mobile health services in communities facing barriers to healthcare access, including Latine, BIPOC, immigrant communitiesAssist with set-up and coordination of mobile health clinics in various community locationsSupport mobile clinic flow by greeting participants, collecting intake information, and providing translation or interpretation when applicable.Provide information on health coverage (including Oregon Health Plan or other Medicaid programs) and assist with enrollment / referrals.Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed services to help participants navigate healthcare systems such as with scheduling, working on-site with mobile health service providers, arranging transportation for follow-up appointments, etc.Support participants navigate healthcare and social service systems, including referrals to food, housing, behavioral health, and other resourcesProvide culturally responsive health education on topics such as preventive care, nutrition, chronic disease, immunizations, and wellnessFacilitate monthly workshops of health and wellness topics impacting Latine, immigrant, BIPIOC communitiesPartner with clinics, schools, local canneries, seasonal farms, churches, Latine stores, and community-based organizations to host community tabling events and health & wellness fairsEnsure accurate data entry and recordkeeping by staff, both electronically and on paper utilizing database management Salesforce.Maintain participant confidentiality and accurate documentation in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies and program standards.Prepare timely reports for funders and internal stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and completeness.Attend and actively participate in required program, organizational, and funder meetings.Follow and enforce adherence to El Programa Hispano Católico's policies and procedures.Perform other duties as assigned by program supervisor.Qualifications & Requirements :
Associate's degree in public health, social work, or related field or a minimum of two years of experience required in community services providing health information, advocacy, and social support.Bilingual in Spanish and English, with strong bicultural competency and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both languages (verbally and in writing) required.Community Health Worker Certification preferred but not required.Experience working with the Latine, immigrant community and communities of color.Demonstrated knowledge of community resources.Ability to translate medical terminology into concepts that are understandable for community membersExcellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with diverse populationsProficiency in Microsoft Office programs.Strong verbal and active listening skills to lead meetings, engage with community members, and facilitate training sessions.Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, make proactive decisions, and follow through.Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities while collaborating effectively with a team.Other Requirements :
Must successfully pass all required background checks.Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends required.Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for training, workshops, or organizational needs.Regular work outside standard office environments, including on-site visits, community outreach, home visits, etc., at multiple locations.Reliable transportation is required for work-related travel. If driving, employees must have a valid driver's license, access to a personal vehicle, and automobile insurance that meets the agency's minimum coverage requirements (100 / 300 / 100).Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.Compensation : $25.00-$26.00 per hour. Compensation is commensurate with skills and experience. Note : This is a grant funded position ending August 31st, 2026.
Location & Typical Working Conditions :
Community On-Site (60% of time)Provide direct assistance to community members with resource, referral, and systems navigation. Conduct outreach, lead community workshops, tabling events, attend in-person trainings, community partner meetings, etc.In office (30% of time)In office work is located at EPHC's office in Gresham, OR and is required for staff meetings, department meetings, events, workshops, and other additional duties requiring in office work.Remote from home (10% of time)This position may allow remote work from home for administrative tasks such as data entry, expense report submission, funder report writing, and partner and work-related virtual meetings. Note : Remote work is dependent on performance and may be revoked at supervisors' discretion.To Apply : Please submit your cover letter and resume to El Programa Hispano's online application at
EPHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
El Programa Hispano Catolico is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EPHC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law.
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