Description
The Community Health Worker/Community Health Advocate (Health Start) position reports to the Program/Project Manager. They will provides in-home education on various prenatal topics and early childhood development issues, which pertain to the Health Start program's goals and objectives. In addition to being an educator, the CHW/CHA is also a liaison to other resources and services within the community.

Duties

• Regularly visit clients in their home during their pregnancy and up to two years postpartum.
• Educate about premature labor warning signs, the benefits of breastfeeding, and other pregnancy related issues.
• Advocate for early and continuous prenatal care.
• Provide basic family planning education and administer pregnancy tests if needed.
• Educate about developmental milestones for infants/children and encourage positive parenting skills.
• Promote childhood immunizations, adequate nutrition, and other preventative health care issues for children.
• Educate and advocate for proper car seat use and installment.
• Encourage enrollment in early childhood education programs.
• Educate, refer, and assist clients with applications and enrollment in community resources.
• Possess basic knowledge of the community and its population.
• Reinforce and support traditional cultural practices and beliefs.
• Serve as a positive role model for pregnant women and mothers in the community.
• Be a proactive, self-motivated Family Health Advocate who enjoys working with people.
• Complete the training course and attend regular in-service programs.
• Complete reports and paperwork as required by the program.
• Work with other team members to accomplish program objectives.
• Comply with confidentiality rules and laws.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Two years' experience in health or human services.
• Must exhibit culturally sensitive and appropriate behavior.
• Must have own method of transportation.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability preferred and in some target areas may be required.

Compensation

Starting at $20.58/yr+ DOE