Health Promotion Specialist

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

The Health Promotion Specialist serves as an ambassador to communities supported by the IRC, ensuring equitable access to health services across the Spokane region. This role is central to empowering clients with the knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to navigate the healthcare system and maintain autonomy in their health decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Community Engagement & Outreach
• Partner with Spokane Regional Health to promote and recruit participants for health education sessions.
• Act as a liaison between IRC and community stakeholders to strengthen health access initiatives.
• Health Education & Support
• Assist clients in completing comprehensive health care access assessments.
• Provide accurate information on navigating various tiers of the medical system.
• Equip clients with practical skills for engaging with healthcare providers, including transportation and appointment preparation.
• Individualized Client Support
• Collaborate with IRC programs to deliver one-on-one support that promotes autonomy and informed decision-making.
• Ensure clients complete refugee health screening processes in compliance with program requirements.
• Familiarity with refugee resettlement programs and trauma-informed care.
• Attend IRC trainings and conference calls addressing various health related topics.
• Other duties, as required
  
  

Key Working Relationships

Position Reports to: Health Promotion Coordinator

Position directly supervises: N/A

Other Internal and/or external contacts: Spokane Regional Health District, Local clinics and medical providers (focus on CHAS and Unify)

Job Requirements

• Bilingual Candidate- Preferred Swahili and or Arabic
• Prior experience working with refugees and/or community organizing, preferably with disadvantaged communities and related to health or mental health
• Familiarity with issues facing refugee and immigrant communities as they relate to trauma, adjustment, and health
• Ability to assess needs, prioritize and develop action plans
• Ability to advocate and liaise with health and social service systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties and manage time effectively
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment
• Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively across lines of difference with respect to race, gender, ethnicity, language, religion and age
• Ability to follow strict guidelines of client confidentiality and safeguarding
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with data-tracking systems
• Valid driver’s license, access to reliable vehicle with current insurance
  
  

Working Environment

• Standard, professional office environment combined with community-based work. At times this position may also be remote depending on the COVID-19 context.
• Compensation: (Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.00)**Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
  
  

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.