Afghan Community Health Worker (CHW)

JOB SUMMARY

NEAAO is looking for a full-time community health worker to provide the following services to the Afghan community:

• Help patients navigate health care services and other supports to reduce the risk of Covid-19. Network with systems of care to ensure the patient has access to Covid-19 vaccines, testing and treatments.

• Keep accurate records of all referrals and interactions, and perform follow-up.

• Participate in statewide CHW trainings and regular meetings.

• Design outreach tools and explore opportunities to host events that support wellness and encourage proactive health care for all family members.

• Build relationships in the community that further health equity and inspire an excellent level of health care for Afghan community members.

• Explore and engage with childcare, food, transportation, housing, employment and income, and other resources to improve social supports for community members impacted by health concerns.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills in English and Afghan language (Dari preferred)

• Commitment to helping people in the community and furthering NEAAO’s mission

• Knowledge of New Mainer community, especially those from Afghanistan

• Driver’s license and clean driving record

• Desire to work with families and individuals in the home and in health care settings

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Full time exempt position; state training provided

• $20-$25 per hour depending on qualifications

• Health Care Premium Reimbursement Program

• Holidays and PTO

Email resume and letter of interest by 8/30 to: Zoe Sahloul, Executive Director, NEAAO at Show email