DEIJ & Language Access Coordinator - 4529

ColumbiaCare Services, Inc.

Portland (OR)

On-site

USD 37,470 - 41,328

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Flexible Spending Account

Generous Paid Time Off

Whole Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program

Professional development and training opportunities

Company Paid Life Insurance

Spontaneous & Longevity Bonuses

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

ColumbiaCare Services, Inc. is seeking a DEIJ & Language Access Coordinator to enhance diversity efforts and improve language access services. This role involves leading initiatives for non-English preference clients, translating documents, and conducting training sessions. We offer competitive wage and benefits for candidates committed to mental health improvement and inclusivity.

Qualifications

Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is essential.
Associates degree or equivalent experience required.
Pass pre-employment bilingual certification at an advanced-mid level.

Responsibilities

Lead Language Access Work Group for diverse clientele.
Translate essential documents and materials.
Design and conduct training on language access.

Skills

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish

Cultural competency

Communication

Education

Associates degree in Business, Communications, Linguistics, or related field

Job description

DEIJ & Language Access Coordinator - 4529

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What We Offer

Enjoy our many benefits and incentives including:

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision plans
Flexible Spending Account
Generous Paid Time Off
Whole Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program
Professional development and training opportunities
100% Vested Retirement Plan w/ up to 6% Match
Holiday Pay (9)
Paid Personal Growth Hours
Paid Time Off for Mental Health
Company Paid Life Insurance
Spontaneous & Longevity Bonuses
Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Tobacco Cessation Program

For more details about our benefits, visit our website!

About The Job

We are seeking a dynamic DEIJ & Language Access Coordinator to join our team in Medford, Oregon. This role is crucial in enhancing our diversity and inclusion efforts and improving language access services across our organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead our Language Access Work Group to serve a diverse clientele effectively, focusing on non-English preference clients and promoting health equity.
Translate essential documents and materials.
Offer both in-person and virtual interpreter services.
Design and conduct training sessions on language access processes and resources.
Help test, track and train credentialed bilingual staff.
Manage third-party vendor relationships for interpreting services and language testing.
Participate actively in community outreach and maintain awareness of relevant legislative and legal updates.
Contribute to diversity-related projects and assist in the preparation of materials and serving on the ColumbiaCare DEIJ committee.
Assist in facilitating DEIJ training, orientations, and meetings, enhancing our commitment to an inclusive workplace.
Support and engage with Employee Resource Groups to foster an inclusive environment.
Develop and assist in oversight of DEIJ resources, content and communications for our internal network.

The DEIJ & Language Access Coordinator will be stationed out of our Medford, OR Administrative Office Monday-Wednesday and Thursday & Friday out of our Outpatient Program Clinics also in Medford, Oregon.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (Full Time, Day). Occasional weekend assignments for relevant community outreach such as resource fairs.

What You’ll Make

$27.20 - $30.00 per hour DOE/Credentials.

Additional 5% Language Differential offered for Bilingual or Multilingual candidates (Spanish/English desired).

About The Program

The DEIJ Program provides cultural direction and support organization wide. The DEIJ Program consists of the company’s DEIJ Committee, Employee Resource Groups, and Language Access Initiative. Together these workgroups and support resources help facilitate the implementation of culturally and linguistically appropriate services standards thru trainings, meetings, projects, events, resources and support.

ColumbiaCare Services is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

What You’ll Need

Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is essential. Bicultural is a plus.

Eligibility Requires

Associates degree in Business, Communications, Linguistics, or related field; OR equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is essential
Pass a pre-employment bilingual certification at an advanced-mid level or higher.
Have a medical interpreter certification OR be willing to complete training for certification shortly after hire.

Successful applicants MUST have the ability to pass a DHS criminal background check.

Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to frequently talk, listen, use hands and fingers, sit, stand, walk, reach; as well as lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds. It may require the ability to occasionally climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, squat/kneel, and perform other physical tasks as applicable. In addition, you must successfully completecrisisde-escalation and CPR trainings, which require performing various physical, hands-on maneuvers and techniques. Reasonable accommodations can be made.

We recognize that expertise can arise from diverse experiences. If you're passionate about our mission but unsure about meeting all qualifications, we encourage you to apply. For any questions about eligibility or the application process, please contact our HR department.

About Us

ColumbiaCare Services is a non-profit, behavioral health and Veteran’s service agency offering a full spectrum of programming to help people get better. We are more than a company. We are a diverse team of individuals who are in the business of changing people's lives. We specialize in providing outpatient services, residential treatment programs, mental health housing, and other supports in beautiful and therapeutic service settings. We promote the whole health and wellbeing of the individuals and communities we serve. We value and honor diversity in all forms, including but not limited to race, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, nationality, spirituality, Veterans, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome persons from historically underrepresented groups to apply. We seek applicants who can demonstrate experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and who will contribute to our mission, vision, and core values.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer; therefore, we invite individuals from all walks of life to apply. We strive to deliver equitable employment best practices and opportunities for all, from recruitment, to interviewing and hiring, to our retention activities, promotions, and training and growth opportunities. We give priority to applicants who qualify under protected Veteran status as well as bilingual and/or bicultural applicants.

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