Community Health Worker - Discovery-Cancer Prevention

Job Title

Community Health Worker - Discovery-Cancer Prevention

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

College Of Nursing

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

What we believe

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .”

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five schools and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Texas A&M School of Nursing is looking for a Community Health Worker I to serve as a member of the School of Nursing team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate, specific facilities at Texas A&M University may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place

Job Description Summary
The Community Health Worker I, under general supervision will serve on the cancer screening and prevention team to increase awareness of cancer prevention and screening among rural and underserved communities by direct and indirect education, organizing and/or participating in community health fairs and cancer screening events. This is a part-time grant funded position expected to work 5-8 hours per week. During peak times, hours may increase dependent on needs of the program, but will not exceed 20 hours per week.

This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding which is renewed under the provisions of the grantor of the contract. This position, therefore, is contingent upon continuation of funding of these grants and/or contracts and satisfactory job performance.

Qualifications

Required Education:
-Associates or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience:
-One year of related experience in public health, health outreach, and education.

Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare or public health and/or enrolled in a healthcare or public health degree program

Preferred Experience:
More than one year of related experience in public health, health outreach, and education.

Experience working with diverse individuals and communities

Required Licenses and Certifications:
Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certification, certified Community Health Worker (CHW), or able to successfully complete the CHW certification within three months of employment.

Preferred Licenses and Certifications:
Certified Community Health Worker (CHW),

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
-Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
-Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

-Ability to travel throughout designated area to attend various community health events.

Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish

Job Responsibilities

Education and community awareness
• Participate in community health fairs and school events to provide education
• Assist in the development and implementation of educational programs on cancer screening and prevention education
• Explore barriers to vaccination and implement evidence-based programs to overcome vaccine hesitancy
• Motivates community members to be active and engaged in their health.
• Assists community members in overcoming barriers through education and engagement in order to bolster cancer screening rates

Other duties and responsibilities
• Conduct community resource assessment
• Accurately maintains daily activity logs regarding client activity and destinations
• Identify cancer screening and prevention opportunities in catchment area counties
• Provide navigation to cancer screening and education in catchment area counties
• Continuously expands knowledge and understanding of community resources and service programs provided.

Other Duties
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Instructions to Applicants:  Applications received by School of Nursing must have all job application data entered and must include the following attachments: resume, cover letter and list of references. Failure to provide all job application data and attachments could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.