1000000394.COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER.HHS-HSI ELIMINATING RACIAL/ETHNIC DISPARITIES

Job description

Conducts community outreach and provides education to the public on health issues like chronic disease prevention and management, immunizations, and STI/HIV prevention. Works with high-risk populations in areas with low vaccination rates to address vaccine hesitancy, target populations will include individuals from various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and areas identified as high socio-economic needs. Establishes and maintains relationships with various agencies including health care providers, community leaders, schools, and worksites to facilitate on-going education and outreach efforts. Develops and distributes promotional and educational materials and resources. 1. Conducts community outreach and provides education to the public on health initiatives such as chronic disease prevention and management, immunizations, and STI/HIV prevention. Provides basic health screenings (e.g., blood pressure, blood sugar). May administer adult and childhood immunizations. 2. Works with healthcare provider partners/emergency departments to identify people with underling conditions/chronic diseases to promote vaccinations, healthy lifestyle changes, and risk management. 3. Facilitates...