Community Health Worker - Homeless Healthcare Collaborative

The Homeless Healthcare Collaborative (HHC) Community Health Worker (CHW) functions as part of the street medicine mobile clinic program. The CHW will be responsible for helping patients navigate and access community services, other resources, and adopt healthy behaviors. The CHW supports providers and other team members through an integrated approach to care management and community outreach in homeless encampments, shelters, interim housing sites, health fairs, and other locations. As a priority, the CHW will engage in activities that will promote, maintain, and improve the health of unhoused patients. The CHW provides social support and informal counseling, and advocates for homeless individuals and Community Health needs. The ideal candidate is someone who is familiar with navigating homeless encampments and interacting with people experiencing homelessness. This position will also include sharing the responsibility for driving the mobile clinic van. Salary Range: $22.70 - $43.49 Hourly

Required: Must possess a valid California driver's license. Position is subject to the California DMV's "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Preferred: Lived experience of homelessness. Fluency in Spanish. Experience navigating or helping people navigate medical clinic, medical insurance, and social services. Experience working in healthcare.