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$17/hr–$25/hr
Full-time
high school, professional certificate
Health insurance, Professional development
Posted 11d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Community Health Worker will conduct outreach and engagement activities while providing comprehensive case management and trauma recovery support to youth. They will also maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with hospital staff to facilitate warm handoffs and referrals.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience providing peer services to violently injured individuals. A Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification in Pennsylvania and fluent proficiency in both Spanish and English are required.
Full job description
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced individual to fill the role of Community Health Worker Practitioner (CHWP) at the Community Outreach Team (COT) program, affiliated with the Center for Nonviolence and Social Justice at Drexel University's Dornsife School of Public Health. The successful candidate will split their time between providing support at partnering community organizations, and remote work, ensuring the delivery of comprehensive community health services. This job requires a significant amount of community-based work (travel), and a willingness to engage with a diverse range of neighborhoods in Philadelphia.
This position is grant-funded; employment is contingent upon the continued availability of those funds.
Essential Functions
Outreach and Engagement:
Conduct in-person outreach and engagement activities at various partner sites, including New Foundations Charter School, Students Run Philly Style, and other youth-focused organizations.
Develop trusting relationships with potential clients based on lived experience.
Assist in identifying and participating in at least 1 resource fair and other tabling event per month.
Case Management:
Provide comprehensive case management services, including scheduling and accompanying participants to appointments, navigating systems, and setting personal goals.
Advocate for unmet case management needs of participants.
Group Facilitation:
Coordinate and implement trauma recovery groups, such as the CYPHER groups, which integrate trauma education and coping skills.
Provide support and assistance in group settings, emphasizing empowerment and skill-building.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain accurate records of patient interactions, program activities, and outcomes.
Ensure compliance with funding requirements and organizational guidelines.
Team Collaboration:
Collaborate with HHP and hospital staff to develop appropriate interventions, including warm handoffs and referrals.
Provide ongoing education to non-peer team members to better understand participants' unique experiences and needs.
Community Education/Engagement:
Participate in community events and presentations to educate Philadelphia citizens and professionals about HHP and trauma.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of a HS Diploma or GED
Minimum of 2 years of experience.
Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification in the State of Pennsylvania required
Fluent proficiency in both spoken and written Spanish and English.
Ability to embrace a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach for working with violently injured youth and their families.
Personal experience overcoming a violent injury, either to themselves or a loved one.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience providing peer services to violently injured people
Personal experience in overcoming violence-related injury, either personally or to a close associate
Experience in facilitating groups preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel preferred
Experience in facilitating groups preferred
Physical Demands
Typically sitting at a desk/table
Typically standing, walking
Lifting demands ≤ 25lbs
Location
Center City - Philadelphia, PA
Additional Information This position is classified as Non-Exempt, grade G. Compensation for this grade ranges from $17.17 to $25.76 per hour. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.
Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure.
Special Instructions to the Applicant Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Related keywords
Community Health WorkerPeer SpecialistTrauma-informedCase ManagementOutreachSocial JusticePublic HealthYouth ServicesCertified Peer SpecialistCPSTrauma RecoveryMicrosoft OfficeExcelAdvocacyGrant-fundedNon-exempt
About Drexel University Urban Health Collaborative
Leveraging the power of data, research, and partnerships in order to make cities healthier, equitable, and sustainable.
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The Drexel Urban Health Collaborative was created to leverage the power of data, research, education, and partnerships in order to make cities healthier, more equitable, and environmentally sustainable. Our mission is to improve health in cities by increasing scientific knowledge and public awareness of urban health challenges and opportunities, and by identifying and promoting actions and policies that improve population health and reduce health inequities.
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