Latino Community Development Agency
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
The Bilingual Community Health Promoter facilitates educational sessions and serves as an advocate to connect clients with health resources and food security support. They also provide transportation for health appointments and assist with enrollment in various state and local health programs.
Candidates must possess an associate's degree in a health-related field and demonstrate fluency in both English and Spanish. Strong experience in a healthcare setting or knowledge of health and nutrition is required for this role.
Recruit participants for this program and other LCDA health initiatives through various community outreach strategies Provide education to individuals and communities about the benefits of a healthy pregnancy, preconception planning, and strategies to reduce risks to both the pregnant individual and the infant Provide transportation services for one-on-one appointments related to pre-conception, conception, prenatal, postpartum care, and childcare access Promote informed decision-making by offering support networks and resources related to child wellness for Safe Pregnancy clients Lead group health and wellness classes focusing on nutrition, obesity prevention, and diabetes management Organize educational activities, supermarket visits, and SNAP enrollment in collaboration with community partners such as churches, schools, and local neighborhoods Connect participants with local resources, including physical education classes, walking groups, community gardens, mobile markets, farmers' markets, and food banks Actively participate in health-related events within the Hispanic community, such as health fairs, group presentations, and church activities Assist participants in enrolling in SoonerCare, DHS Medicaid, or the Health Marketplace Provide outreach and education on immunizations and organize clinics with a focus on vaccine importance Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor Competency Statements: Recruit and engage participants through diverse outreach methods. Provide culturally relevant education on pregnancy, nutrition, and wellness. Communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms to/with English and Spanish speaking individuals. Listen to others and communicate in an effective manner. Connect clients with local healthcare and wellness resources. Lead informative and engaging group sessions. Partner with community organizations to expand outreach. Provide transportation and logistical support for client health appointments. QualificationsPosition Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 37.5 hours per week, including evenings, and potentially weekends. Work hours and shifts may vary based on business needs. Employees must be available to be on-call as needed, including evenings, Saturdays, or Sundays. Location and Travel: This position is based remotely in the Shawnee/Norman/Surrounding Counties area and requires some local travel, primarily within the Doula’s area of residence. Team members will be required to travel to the Oklahoma City home office several times each month for internal meetings, but day-to-day supervision and check-ins will be handled remotely. Training & Professional Development Provided: 24:7 Dad Program Additional training required as mandated by the Oklahoma State Department of Health Required Minimum Job Qualifications, Experience, and Education: Education: Associate’s degree in a health-related field or other relevant education Experience: Strong experience working in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of health and nutrition.