Maternal Mortality Community Health Worker

Title: Maternal Mortality Community Health Worker

State Role Title:Direct Service Associate III

Hiring Range: $45000 - $55000

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location:PENINSULA HQ

Agency Website: Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Community Health Worker (CHW) is an integral member of the health district public health team providing support to individuals and families both in clinic settings and within the community. The CHW works to connect community members to essential resources and services with the goal of improving overall health and enhancing quality of life. Serving as a liaison between the community and healthcare services the CHW focuses on providing culturally sensitive care and communication especially to priority populations.

Key responsibilities include facilitating health improvement initiatives health promotion and education and the development and support of health programs. The CHW plays a critical role in disease prevention activities capacity building and service coordination. They are also involved in program evaluation to assess effectiveness and community impact. The CHW collaborates with community networks and partners to identify prioritize and implement public health initiatives that have the greatest potential for positive impact.

This positions focus in community engagement with and service delivery to persons at high risk for poor maternal outcomes. The CHW position is responsible for providing opportunities to increase the likelihood of positive maternal outcomes through culturally-competent education outreach and support to pregnant persons throughout their pregnancy and postpartum period connecting them to necessary healthcare services addressing social determinants of health and advocating for their needs within the healthcare system.

This position requires strong community engagement skills the ability to navigate and coordinate services and a commitment to fostering health equity and improving the overall well-being of the population.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays medical dental vision and life insurance retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick family/personal and annual leave.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of Social Determinants of Health: Knowledge of the various social economic and environmental factors that influence individual and community health including disparities in access to resources and services
Knowledge of Mental/Behavioral Health: Familiarity with the impact of mental and behavioral health on physical health outcomes including an understanding of common mental health issues and how they intersect with physical health needs
Knowledge of Public Health Principles: Basic knowledge of public health practices epidemiology disease prevention health promotion and social service systems including the roles of government agencies and community organizations in addressing health needs
Community Experience: Experience working with priority or underserved communities with an understanding of relevant unique challenges and resources
Cultural Competency: Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations recognizing and respecting cultural norms practices and values within the community
Effective Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal formats using plain language that is accessible to individuals from diverse backgrounds. This includes the ability to adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different communities served
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues community members and stakeholders. Strong team collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment
Technology Proficiency: Ability to operate a personal computer and use internet-based tools and applications for data entry communication and research

Additional Considerations

Proficiency in a second language (especially relevant languages in the community served) is highly preferred to effectively communicate with a broader population
Previous experience in a public health or community-based agency environment with familiarity in coordinating services and supporting public health initiatives
Community Health Worker (CHW) certification or the ability to obtain one after hire

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed mailed or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Services Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial credit driving background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture hair type and protective hairstyles such as braids locks and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: .

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information

Name: HPHD Human Resources

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In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.