Department: Health Dept.
Pay: $19.53 per hour
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Evening and weekend work may occur
Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits .
The Community Health Worker Overdose Prevention works in different organizations and businesses in Sedgwick County to connect people at risk of opioid or stimulant overdose to community services. In this way, the position prevents disease and promotes wellness. The position will build individual client health knowledge and build community capacity to serve vulnerable populations. The position must communicate in a culturally appropriate manner and must be viewed as a trusted resource to the communities served. Employee will provide support during public health emergencies.
Identify clients at risk of overdose in need of referral to services
Provide community referral information and health education to clients
Administrative Operations
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. One year of experience working or living in a multicultural setting. One year of work experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. One year of customer service work experience. Per Sedgwick County Policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid US driver’s license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance. Must complete Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) IS 100 and 700 courses within 30 days of employment. Obtain Community Health Worker certificate within 1 year of hire.
Preferred Qualifications: Associate’s degree in business or a health-related field. One year health education experience. One year experience working as a community health worker or health navigator. One year of work experience in a public health department or healthcare setting. One year experience with referring clients to community resources. One year of data entry experience. License, certifications, etc. Community Health Worker certificate. Proficiency in English and a language other than English; proficiency is demonstrated by passing a standardized test.
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