Senior Community Health Worker

Stanislaus County; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual pay bump

Job summary

Stanislaus County Health Services Agency seeks a Senior Community Health Worker for Healthy Families America. The role delivers home visiting services to pregnant and parenting women and families, builds trust, develops care plans, and connects families with health, housing, and social services.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged; after proficiency assessment, you receive an additional $1/hour. The job is based in Stanislaus County with possible outreach clinics and home visits.

Qualifications

• Equivalent of twelve months of clerical and paraprofessional nursing training or experience.
• Fifteen related college units including Psychology, Sociology, Biology or Physiology.
• One year of experience as a Community Health Worker in Stanislaus County.

Responsibilities

• Assists in coordinating the unit's activities and staffing.
• Interviews clients to document health conditions and determine eligibility for program participation.
• Maintains client records/files and prepares reports.
• Educates clients on basic health practices and refers to health care, housing, food, education, and transportation services.
• Performs home visiting and outreach work to connect families with resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural competency

Family-centered approach

Public health knowledge

Education

Clerical/nursing training or experience

College units in Psychology/Sociology/Biology

Experience as CHW in Stanislaus County

Job description

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for Health Families America (HFA) will have experience in working with, or providing services to, children and families; acceptance of individual differences; knowledge of infant and child development; and a willingness to engage in building reflective capacity (e.g., capacity for introspection, communication awareness of self in relation to others, recognizing value of supervision, etc.). They are mission-driven, empathetic, and highly organized with a commitment to equity and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by families. This candidate excels in building trust with diverse communities and demonstrates success in connecting families to critical health and social services, including mental health support, housing resources, and preventative care.

To learn more about the Health Services Agency, Visit stanjobs.org.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Application Deadline: October 5, 2026

Oral Examination: Week of 10/12/2026

THE POSITION

Stanislaus County Health Services Agency (HSA) Senior Community Health Work in Healthy Families America provides evidence-based interventions via home visits with pregnant and parenting women and their families. The Sr CHW will conduct a comprehensive assessment, develop a care plan with the family and connect the family with needed resources and referrals. The Sr CHW will develop a long‑term trusting relationship with the family to assist with strengthening the parent‑child relationship; assist parents in improving their skills to optimize the home environment; improve the family support system; and increase the family's ability to problem solve and assume the role of advocate for themselves and their children. Services are typically provided in the family's home although they could also occur in other community‑based locations based on the family needs.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Upon successful completion of our bilingual proficiency assessment, you'll receive an additional $1 per hour in compensation.

DUTIES

• Assists public health professionals in providing a wide variety of culturally appropriate community public health services; assists staff in working with clients of non‑traditional cultural patterns and navigating various cultural barriers;
• Assist in coordinating the activities of the unit, ensuring adequate staffing and services on a regular basis;
• Train and supervise students and/or volunteers;
• Interviews clients to document health conditions and determine eligibility for program participation;
• Assists in interviewing, gathering and assembling related information and preparing reports; maintains appropriate records and files for clients/patients.
• Obtains medical histories, takes vital signs, obtains specimens, records observations, maintains clients' records;
• Education and re‑enforce treatment plans prescribed by medical providers while participating as a member of the medical care team in the clinic.
• Facilitates work groups; teaches and speaks to large groups of people;
• Organizes data, develop information, and prepare clear, concise, comprehensive records and reports.
• Assists in teaching basic health practices to clients and families; may assist in re‑enforcing basic public health concepts of nutrition, hygiene, sanitation and related health initiatives;
• Clarifies program requirements and eligibility to clients, provides supportive counseling and provides information on health‑related topics; refers clients to other community based programs and services including health care, housing, food, education, and transportation;
• Participates in community‑oriented educational activities and programs;
• Independently performs work at outreach clinics and makes home visits;
• Assists clients with referrals to services and resources;
• Contacts clients to inform them of test results and makes referrals;
• When assigned to a clinic and certified as a medical assistant, perform limited tests; assists with medical procedures, clean and sterilize instruments; schedules surgeries and referrals;
• Participates in development of programs and delivery of services for high‑risk groups; provides information and counseling regarding HIV antibody and other communicable disease testing and treatment;
• May assist with variety of concerns impacting clients/families, including but not limited to the control and prevention of chronic condition or infectious diseases, behavioral health conditions, and need for preventative services;
• Assist clinics by performing clerical duties when necessary;
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect aligning with California State reporting laws, the Health Services Agency's procedure, and programs grant requirements;
• Other duties as assigned, within the classification.

KNOWLEDGE

• Principles and practices of community health;
• Techniques involved in preparing educational material;
• Interviewing, counseling and teaching techniques;
• Train and mentor staff;
• Types of available community resources for the needs of patients/families;
• Understand the social determinants of health and their impact on community and individuals outcomes;
• Public relations techniques;
• Medical terminology, phraseology, forms, documents, and procedures;
• Office practices and procedures; filing and record keeping systems;
• Basic arithmetic;
• Family member roles and living environments;
• Characteristics or problems unique to the group in employment, education, health, economics and social customs, and current social movements of various populations;
• Commitment to centering health and racial equity; and
• Health and racial equity and the social conditions associated with health disparities.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Accurately gather information to assess needs and progress;
• Present information clearly and effectively in a group setting;
• Formulate and make recommendations to clients;
• Use community resources to assist clients;
• Understand and accept differences in attitudes toward health and diet resulting from medical, financial, cultural and other factors;
• Understand and apply regulations, rules and procedures;
• Maintain and update records, files, and prepare reports;
• Perform basic mathematical computations;
• Read, write and speak English at a level necessary for successful job performance;
• Work collaboratively with other personnel assigned to the same patient/families;
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Effectively use community resources and organizations;
• Use computers and related equipment as necessary for job assignments;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, the general public, and with culturally diverse and economically disadvantaged clients;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Understand the needs of diverse populations including, but not limited to, ethnic and racial groups, LGBTQA+ communities;
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff and a wide variety of community organizations including general public; and
• Maintain the confidentiality of client information.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PATTERN I

• Equivalent of twelve (12) months of clerical and paraprofessional nursing training or experience, either voluntary or paid, in a health care setting; AND
• Fifteen (15) related semester units of college‑level course work, including at least one class in either: Psychology, Sociology, Biology or Physiology; AND
• One (1) year of experience comparable to a Community Health Worker in Stanislaus County.

PATTERN II

• Two (2) years of experience comparable to a Community Health Worker in Stanislaus County.

PATTERN III

• Equivalent of twelve (12) months of clerical and public health training or experience, either voluntary or paid, in a public health department; AND
• Fifteen (15) related semester units of college‑level coursework, including at least one class in either: Behavioral Science, Biology, Social Services, Nutrition, Health Education or a closely related field. AND
• One (1) year of experience comparable to a Community Health Worker in Stanislaus County.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• Some positions may require completion of a Community Health Worker certification. IF the selected candidate does not have this certification, they must begin certification training within six‑months of employment.
• Some positions may require certification as a Comprehensive Perinatal Service Program (CPSP) or obtain within the first 90‑days of employment.

Proof of education may be required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209‑558‑4872 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Community & Health Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the Disability tab.

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra‑help, part‑time and full‑time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.

Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

Part‑time extra‑help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non‑benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide.

RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS

Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodations Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the Additional Information section of the application form.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Pass County‑paid pre‑employment job‑related background investigation.
• Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.
• Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements.

APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS

Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are emailed.

DISCLAIMER

Stanislaus County reserves the right to revise the examination plan described in this flyer to better meet the needs of County service. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The information contained in the bulletin is information which sets forth a general summary of benefits for this respective position. This information is not legally binding. The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding(s), and such information prevails over information contained in this flyer. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/Human Relations.