Community Services Coordinator

Providence; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, CA is seeking a Community Services Coordinator to support health outreach in low-income and English-language communities. This is a part-time role with 8-hour day shifts and bilingual requirements.

The coordinator will lead community outreach, health education, and advocacy efforts, recruit and train volunteers, and collaborate with hospital teams to strengthen programs and outcomes within the department plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health or education (or foreign equivalent).
• Degree from another country accepted or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience in program assessment, planning, development and evaluation.
• Must drive and provide proof of driver's license and auto insurance.
• Language competency assessment in Spanish within 6 months of hire.
• 3 years’ experience in a healthcare setting or related position.

Responsibilities

• Lead community outreach, health education and advocacy activities.
• Recruit, train and oversee volunteers.
• Develop program strategies, goals and evaluation plans.
• Engage community members to build leadership capacity.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Community outreach

Health education

Program planning

Driving

Education

Bachelor's in health or education

Degree from another country accepted

Job description

Community Services Coordinator at Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, CA. This position is Part Time and will work 8-hour, Day shifts.

Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo has received Magnet designation in 2012, 2017, 2021 and are in the process of earning our fourth designation in 2025! This is a prestigious designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), which recognizes organizations that provide the highest-quality care. Only eight percent of hospitals nationwide have achieved Magnet designation. We are also recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 18 types of care by U.S. News & World Report, including orthopedic and gastroenterological care. Our hospital is also honored with awards for cardiac surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and excellence in women's services by Healthgrades and Newsweek.

The Health Advocate works with team members in the development and operation of health and related activities that focus primarily on low-income and English-as-a-second language communities. The Health Advocate is bilingual English/Spanish and demonstrates not only linguistic competence in both languages but also cultural competency and advocacy in his/her activities. The Health Advocate takes the lead in community outreach, health education and advocacy. The Health Advocate assumes increased responsibility and acts independently (within the team framework) in the development of program strategies goals, programs, and outcomes within the overall department plan. Advocate engages community members in developing their leadership abilities. He/she assists in the recruitment, training, and oversight of volunteers.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred fields: Health or Educational. Degree from another country is valid or equivalent education/experience.
  • Work experience related to program assessment, planning, development and evaluation.
• Driving may be necessary as part of this role. Caregivers are required to comply with all state laws and requirements for driving. Caregivers will be expected to provide proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request. See policy for additional information.
• Employment is contingent upon the completion of a language competency assessment that demonstrates competency in Spanish skills within 6 months 180 days of hire.
• 3 years' Experience in a healthcare setting or related position.

Preferred qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: Formal or informal training in designated chronic diseases.
• Certification as a Promotora from a reputable organization (i.e. Latino Health Access) upon hire
• Experience in education or teaching.
• Experience in working with families and groups.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.