COMMUNITY HEALTH ORGANIZER

BAME Renaissance CDC
COMMUNITY HEALTH ORGANIZER
Job Description (Internship)
BAME Renaissance CDC is engaged in the economic revitalization of Greater Logan Heights communities. Our mission is to promote and provide an opportunity for all sectors of the community to work collaboratively toward the goal of strengthening individuals, families, and neighborhoods through social and economic development.
The Community Health Organizer (CHO) is an integral to the success of these efforts and our ability to build a stronger, healthier community. The primary role of the CHO will be to: organize and mobilize residents around health related initiatives; engage in meaningful community dialogue about health issues; develop a community health and wellness calendar for residents to access a continuum of classes and workshops; and serve as a consistent point of contact, liaison, and advocate for health initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
 Support the Director of Medical Programs to facilitate and implement the Passport to a Healthy Community (P2HC) program.
 Identify and mobilize key community organizations, leaders and stakeholders around new strategies and programs to address health and wellness.
 Develop, coordinate and facilitate the implementation of an activity calendar related to P2HC.
 Plan P2HC orientation, quarterly stakeholder meetings and community events
 Provide assistance with the planning and operation of all P2HC program and administrative needs
 Connect with P2HC program members and residents via identified communication strategy
 Submit bi-weekly evaluation reports.
 Assist in the development of evaluation reporting system.
 Research various issues and opportunities for P2HC.
 Attend meetings, internal and external on behalf of the Director of Medical Programs and the P2HC Program.
Personal Qualities:
 A dynamic personality and attitude that is “community” focused. Skills in articulating ideas and concepts to build consensus around mutual goals and benefits
 Strong analytical and problem solving skills needed to evaluate performance, quality improvement, prepare reports, and recommend/implement solutions using independent judgment
 Leadership skills that reflect teamwork, integrity, effectiveness, efficiency, and the ability to deliver high quality service.
 Ability to work with customers, partners and staff of diverse backgrounds with a positive, optimistic, goal oriented attitude.
 Creative, practical and capable of handling multiple tasks
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
 Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in public health, public policy, social work, community nursing, or similar field; AND one year of experience in formal community organizing
 Associates degree and two years of experience in formal community organizing
 Demonstrate project management skills, including the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
 Excellent oral and written communication skills
 Accomplishments that reflect the ability to take a proactive approach, exercise professional judgment, and make sound decisions.
 Experience organizing or motivating people to take action around specific issues.
 Ability to travel to multiple community sites.
 Knowledge of computer software programs (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc…)
 Knowledge of all aspects of social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Flickr etc...)
 Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with basic public health methods and principles
 Experience working on health-related issues such as physical activity, nutrition, obesity and health literacy
 Two years of experience with community-based health programs and outreach
Supervises: None
Supervisor: Director of Medical Programs
Salary and Benefits:
 Monthly stipend with mileage reimbursement requiring flexibility to include evening and weekend hours.
Application Instructions:
 Information about the position should be directed to admin@bamecdc.org. Please send your cover letter and resume with references by Friday, April 5, 2013 at 5pm.
No phone calls please
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.