Position Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Salary Grade: 2
Pay Range:
Hiring Range: $16.54 - $19.43 Per Hour
Full Range: $16.54 - $22.33 Per Hour
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
Our Pima County Health Department team is looking for a Community Health Worker I to serve as a trusted liaison between Pima County, the community, health, and social service systems through the Community Mental Health, Addiction, and Injury (CMHAi) Division. This grant-funded position will be responsible for collaborating with internal and external partners to increase community member awareness, self-sufficiency, and access to services and other resources among diverse populations. The Community Health Worker I improves the quality and cultural competence of service delivery and is a key program component in the dissemination of education and resources to the community being served. This position will report to the direct supervision of the CMHAi Public Health Program Coordinator.
Our ideal candidate must display strong interpersonal communication skills, compassion and empathy, active listening skills, and be resilient with self-management skills.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE WITHOUT COPY OF DIPLOMA OR GED.

Duties/Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

(1) A High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certification (required for certification in capillary finger punctures) and three months of experience in a health related or social service setting.
(Proof of High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certification must be provided at time of application.)
OR:
(2) At least nine semester hours or 18 quarter hours of college-level course work from an accredited college or university in the areas of medical terminology, health care skills, human anatomy and physiology, medical office procedures, medical transcription, nutrition, public or community health, or related medical or social services training.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Minimum one (1) year experience working with diverse, historically marginalized, and underserved communities.
• Experience conducting outreach.
• Experience with communication, administrative, and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Special Notice Items: Department of Labor regulation CFR Part 1910.1030 requires notification that this category may have a low risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. In accordance with OSHA and Pima County guidelines Tuberculin (TB) screening, Hepatitis B vaccinations and safety training and equipment will be provided as applicable. Employee must provide own transportation between facility locations. Failure to acquire/demonstrate the required competence within six months of appointment may be grounds for termination. The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Frequently operates a computer and other office equipment. Frequently observes details at a close range. Occasionally remains in a stationary position. Frequently operates out in the community indoors and outdoors at events and meetings. Occasionally moves about inside an office.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.