Community Services Coordinator

Providence Health Plan Group; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer-m

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, CA is seeking a Community Services Coordinator for a part-time, day-shift role.

The Health Advocate will lead community outreach, health education and advocacy, and will recruit, train and oversee volunteers while coordinating program strategies within the department.

A Bachelor's degree is preferred; Spanish language ability is required; driving may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred fields: Health or Educational.
• Work experience related to program assessment, planning, development and evaluation.
• Driving may be necessary as part of this role.
• Language competency assessment demonstrates Spanish skills within 6 months of hire.
• 3 years' experience in a healthcare setting or related position.

Responsibilities

• Lead community outreach, health education and advocacy.
• Recruit, train and oversee volunteers.
• Develop program strategies, goals, and outcomes within the department.

Skills

Spanish language

Communication skills

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

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.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

• Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About the Team

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.77