Community Health Specialist 2 -Float

Current employees : Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range :

$26.85 - $32.85 Hourly

Department : Health Department

Job Type : Regular Represented

Exemption Status :

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified) :

The Opportunity :

THIS WORK MATTERS!

Community Health Worker (On-Call, Float Position)

Location : Multnomah County Health Department - Portland Metro Area

Sites Covered : 7 Primary Care Clinics

Overview :

Join a team that makes a real impact. As a Community Health Worker , you will support individuals and families by addressing social determinants of health, connecting them to essential services, and promoting overall well-being. This role blends community outreach and clinical collaboration to bridge gaps in care and improve access to resources such as food, housing, financial assistance, and health education.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide referral outreach, care coordination, and direct client support in both clinic and community settings.
• Conduct home visits to assist clients with accessing services, addressing health concerns, and navigating complex systems.
• Deliver interactive health education and promotion activities such as walking groups, cooking classes, and wellness workshops.
• Collaborate with care teams, document client interactions in Epic, and maintain communication with providers.
• Build and sustain partnerships with community-based organizations and diverse populations.
• Foster a culture of equity, respect, and inclusion within the community and workplace.

Minimum Qualifications / Transferable Skills :

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be as noted below. All non-traditional education, training and experience will be evaluated.

Education / Training and Experience :

Equivalent to an associate's degree and one (1) to four (4) years of experience in community outreach services providing health information, advocacy, social support and assistance in using the health care system to groups and families; and experience working with the community being served.

Other :

Preferred Qualifications / Transferable Skills : You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications / transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications / transferable skills.

Transferable Skills : Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING & EVALUATION :

REQUIRED : The Application Packet : You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND

2 . Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following :

Note : The application, resume and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience / skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the 'Overview' and 'To Qualify' sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.

The Selection Process : For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows :

Note : Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Type of Position : This position is eligible for overtime.

Type : Represented

FLSA : Non-Exempt

In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion : At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans' Preference : Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act : We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter : Maya Jabar-Muhammad

Email : maya.jabar@multco.us

Phone :

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer : This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile :

6047 - Community Health Specialist 2