COMMUNITY HEALTH OUTREACH WORKER II

Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset County Health Department is seeking a dedicated outreach worker to educate the community on hypertension and recruit participants for the Healthy Heart Ambassador program. The role also focuses on promoting brain health and ADRD screenings, linking residents to local resources and support services.

The position emphasizes in-person community engagement, group education sessions, and one-on-one counseling, with the goal of preventing illness and improving overall wellness in Somerset

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: One year of experience in providing information on health care and disease prevention within the community.
• Notes: substitutions to education or experience allowed as described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach within the community to disseminate information on hypertension and recruit enrollment for the Healthy Heart Ambassador (HHA) Program.
• Assist with facilitation of the HHA program through one-on-one office hours and group-based nutrition education for blood pressure management.
• Conduct outreach to increase ADRD screenings and raise awareness of local brain health resources.

Skills

Health outreach

Public enrollment

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GRADE

ASTD7

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Somerset County Health Department
8928 Sign Post Road
Westover, MD 21871

Main Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for conducting outreach within the community to disseminate information on hypertension and recruit enrollment for the Healthy Heart Ambassador (HHA) Program. The HHA program serves adults who have been diagnosed with high blood pressure by providing education, encouragement, and support to participants, who will measure and track their blood pressure at home. This position will assist with facilitation of the HHA program by providing one-on-one office hours and offering group-based nutrition education for better blood pressure management.
This position will also be responsible for conducting outreach within the community to increase Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) screenings, raise awareness on the local resources for people living with or at risk of dementia, and stress the importance of brain health.
This position directly aligns with the agency’s mission to prevent illness, promote wellness, and protect the health of the community. It is an emergency essential position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of experience in providing information on health care and disease prevention within the community.

Notes:

• 1. Candidates may substitute experience providing assistance to individuals in a health care or social services setting on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
• 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Health Services classifications or Health Services and specialty codes in the health related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Somerset County
• Bilingual

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS