Community Outreach Advocate (20785549)

County of Glenn; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision plan

Dental plan

Deferred compensation

Job summary

County of Glenn in Willows, CA is seeking a Community Outreach Advocate to provide outreach and prevention services within the Behavioral Health division. You will plan events, develop health education materials, and connect at-risk populations with resources, while collaborating with schools, providers, and community partners.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to present information clearly.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of clerical or technical experience in Behavioral Health, Public Health, or Social Services environment.
• Equivalent to an Associates degree or 60 units in Behavioral Health, Health Education, Social Work, Social Services, Drug and Alcohol or addiction counseling or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts community outreach programs, workshops, and discussion groups to promote health education, risk reduction and healthy behavior.
• Develops and gives presentations on programs and studies to providers, local schools, community groups, and state-wide audiences.
• Advises contacts and clients of community resources available for resolution of behavioral health problems; acts as an advocate for individuals to help them understand their rights and advocate for their expressed wants.

Skills

Clerical experience

Education

Associates degree or 60 units in Behavioral Health, Health Education, Social Work, Social Services, Drug and Alcohol or related field

Job description

Glenn County is located in the United States about half way between Sacramento and Redding in Northern California. Glenn County is primarily an agricultural community with mountains on the west, the Interstate 5 corridor taking you through rich farm land, and the Sacramento River bounding the east side of the County.
With over 1,188 farms, agriculture remains the primary source of Glenn County's economy. Major commodities include rice, almonds, milk products, prunes and livestock. Glenn County was incorporated on March 5, 1891. The County seat, Willows, was created on March 11, 1891. Glenn County was developed out of the northern portion of Colusa County and was named for Dr. Hugh J. Glenn, who was the largest wheat farmer in the state during his lifetime, and a man of great prominence in political and commercial life in California. Glenn County has a population of 28,122.

This position is located in the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency, Behavioral Health
Division, Substance Use Disorders Services Unit. Under general supervision, the Community
Outreach Advocate provides community outreach advocacy services; performs prevention and
outreach for at-risk populations; prepares and presents health education materials; and performs
related duties as assigned. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Plans and conducts community outreach programs, workshops, and discussion groups to
  promote health education, risk reduction and healthy behavior.
  Plans, organizes and coordinates community events; assures compliance with department policies
  and procedures.
  Develops and gives presentations on programs and studies to providers, local schools, community
  groups, and state-wide audiences.
  Disseminates information regarding HHSA programs, support opportunities, prevention
  education and upcoming events at booths during Community Health Fairs, County fairs and
  other community events.
  Advises contacts and clients of community resources available for resolution of behavioral health
  problems; acts as an advocate for individuals to help them understand their rights and advocate
  for their expressed wants.
  Coordinates and facilitates youth activities and awareness programs; provides safe learning
  environment for adolescents; drug, alcohol and tobacco prevention programs.

Refer to the job description for a full list of duties.

The ideal candidate communicates effectively with diverse populations, building community
partnerships, and confidently facilitates presentations and prevention activities. They are organized,
compassionate, and able to connect individuals and families with resources, recognize when
professional assistance is needed, and responds calmly in challenging situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of clerical or technical experience in Behavioral Health, Public Health, or Social Services
environment.
EDUCATION:
Equivalent to an Associates degree or 60 units from an accredited college or university in Behavioral
Health, Health Education, Social Work, Social Services, Drug and Alcohol or addiction counseling or
related field.

HOLIDAYS:

13 paid holidays per year and an additional twenty four hours of Holiday Leave. An employee must be employed the last working day before and the first working day after the holiday in order to receive holiday compensation. Employees on leave without pay shall not accrue holiday benefits.

VACATION:

88 hours (approximately 11 working days) per year during the first 2 years of service; 128 hours (approximately 16 working days) per year during years 3 through 12; 168 hours (approximately 21 working days) per year during years 13 through 19; 208 hours (approximately 26 working days) per year after 20 full years of service.

SICK LEAVE:

96 hours (approximately twelve working days) per year of paid sick leave.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE:

40 hours with pay for each instance for immediate family members. Immediate family includes spouse, child, stepchild, grandchild, stepparent, parent, grandparent, parent-in-law, grandparent-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, brother or sister.

LONGEVITY:

Service is based on employment with Glenn County. The County shall provide a longevity differential above the employee's base rate of pay for those employees represented by this unit as follows: after 10 full years of service 5%, after 15 full years of service 2%, after 20 full years of service 2%, after 25 full years of service 2% and after 30 full years of service 2% for a total of 13%.

HEALTH PLAN:

Glenn County contracts with PERS for medical insurance. The County pays a portion of the medical insurance premium based on the carrier and amount of the total premium.

VISION PLAN:

The County pays the employee premium for a vision plan with EyeMed. The employee may enroll dependents at the employee's expense.

DENTAL PLAN:

GCGU employees are offered a choice of three voluntary dental insurance plans; Ameritas Core (PPO) Plan, Ameritas Buy-up (PPO) Plan and DeltaCare (HMO) Plan. The employee pays 100% of the premium through payroll deduction.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION:

The County offers three IRC § 457 voluntary Deferred Compensation Plans (tax deferred long-term savings plans): Voya, Nationwide and Edward Jones.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY:

The County coordinates with State Short Term Disability Insurance for regular employees.

LIFE INSURANCE:

The County pays the premium on a $10,000 Term Life Insurance policy for regular County employees. The employee pays the premium for optional life insurance.

RETIREMENT:

The County participates in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) which is coordinated with Social Security. The employee is responsible for 100% of the employee's portion. Unused accrued sick leave can be converted to service credit at retirement.

SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT:

GCGU employees participate in the Laborers' International of North America (Industrial) Pension Fund.

Premium pay such as shift differential, bilingual, and working-out-of-class pay may be paid depending upon the employee's work assignment and class.

*Benefits are listed for full-time employees; certain benefits are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Applications must be received by 5:00 PM on Monday, November 2, 2026.

The County of Glenn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the Personnel Department.
The above information is general in nature and does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. The County of Glenn has the right to rescind this recruitment at any time.