Community Health Worker

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you're interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions.
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity (CEO) provides leadership on issues of economic justice by advancing racial equity and inclusive growth to ensure that all Philadelphians share in the city's prosperous future and by alleviating the immediate impact of poverty on individuals, families and communities. CEO is Philadelphia's Community Action Agency (CAA); CAAs are private or public agencies created by the 1964 Economic Opportunity Act and federally designated to receive Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funding.

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Job Description

Position Summary

This is a full-time, grant-funded position under the direction of the Philadelphia the Philadelphia Community Engagement Alliance (CEAL), funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).The project builds on a sustained strategic partnership between Penn Nursing, the Philly CEAL Community Advisory Coalition, and the City of Philadelphia's Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity (CEO). The Community Health Worker will offer personalized support to Philadelphia residents, aiding them with a wide range of psychosocial needs. Community Health Workers will receive training in the DECIDE intervention, which will enhance their skills in group-based chronic disease self-management. promote positive health outcomes through care referrals and information sharing, while also organizing their local community around the COVID-19 vaccine to improve access to the vaccine and increase vaccine uptake.

Essential Functions

Provide referrals and improve self-management support for chronic disease related health concerns, including but not limited to :

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Qualifications

Additional Information

TO APPLY : Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary : $55,000

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Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex : Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

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