Community Outreach Specialist (Temporary)
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Job Location:
Olympia, WA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
TheDepartment of Health Systems and Population Healthhas an outstanding opportunity for aCommunity Outreach Specialist (Temporary)Program Assistant (NE H NI SEIU 925 Non Supv) to join their team.
Housed in the UW School of Public Health the Department of Health Systems and Population Health (HSPop) is a dynamic academic and research department with the mission of working with partners in public health and health care to prepare leaders design solutions and conduct innovative research that is translated into practice and policy. The Department is steadfast in its efforts to improve and promote the health of all populations and staff contribute daily and directly to the work of faculty students researchers and other staff providing support and expertise to the Departments common cause.
The Health Equity Action Research Team (HEART) in HSPops Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC) has received funding from the National Institutes for Health to augment adapt and evaluate a food program called Nuestro Valor from 2023-2028. HEART is partnering with Northwest Communities Education Center/Radio KDNA to conduct this work. The Nuestro Valor program provides tiendas with a stipend to make store improvements to sell more fruits and vegetables trainings for employees to sell more fruits and vegetables and a multi-month marketing campaign to encourage customers to buy and eat more fruits and vegetables. This is a bilingual Spanish/English program.
The primary role of the Nuestro Valor Community Specialist will be to deliver Nuestro Valor in tiendas across Yakima Benton and Franklin counties. Community Specialists will work closely with the tienda managers staff customers Radio KDNA and HEART. No previous nutrition experience is required. This research study plans to hire community specialists in Yakima Benton and Franklin counties to set up Nuestro Valor in tiendas across the counties. This position would report to the community research manager and the principal investigator with weekly to biweekly check-ins to brainstorm troubleshoot and prioritize study needs.
Successful candidates will:
Be a leader in the community
Share values and experiences of the community being served
Show a commitment to serving the community
Have strong communicationand listening skills including meeting one-on-one with individuals and practicing public speaking skills
Be able to strengthen abilities and learn new skills
Be a flexible problem-solver with willingness to adapt to new and different situations
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Team responsibilities (20%)
Attend in-depth in-person or virtual training sessions with Nuestro Valor team to prepare for delivering Nuestro Valor
Attend weekly meetings with the research team and communicate through email text calls and virtual meetings
Submit program records on a routine basis to debrief with the team
Program responsibilities
Foster strong relationships with tienda (small businesses) managers staff and customers through engagement communication and regular visits across Yakima Benton and Franklin Counties
Collaborate with tienda managers to explore and implement ways to increase fruit and vegetable variety and availability through structural and social changes at the tienda using the proposed study stipend
Connect tiendas with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) and Women Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program or Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program to explore eligibility and support enrollment
Help to set up marketing materials and lead recipe demonstrations at tiendas
Other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High school graduation or equivalent and 2 years of clerical experience.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have reliable transportation a valid WA State Drivers License and auto insurance
Bilingual in speaking reading and writing Spanish/English
Ability to travel across Benton Franklin and Yakima counties
General familiarity shopping in tiendas
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous experience as a community outreach specialist or community health worker preferred
Previous marketing or business experience a plus!
Compensation Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$21.77 hourlyPay Range Maximum:
$26.31 hourlyOther Compensation:
-Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular
This is a temporary positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
0.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
SEIU Local 925 NonsupervisoryAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- English
- User Interface
- Communication
- Content Writing
- Online
- Internet
- Youtube
- Management skills
- Digital speech
- Speaking skills
- Analytics
- Writing Skills
