Community Health Worker - Per Diem - Remote

Overview

The Community Health Worker at Southern Jamaica Plain Health Center focuses on addressing food access as a vital component of healthcare, managing food distribution programs and collaborating with community partners.

In Short

• Manage food distribution programs at the Health Promotion Center.
• Recruit and manage volunteers for food access initiatives.
• Develop systems to streamline food distribution processes.
• Collaborate with food justice organizations in Boston.
• Maintain relationships with team members and community partners.
• Document and report on food program metrics.
• Assist in managing the budget for food programs.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy boxes.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Ability to lift and move 50 lb boxes.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Understanding of food inequity issues.
• Ability to work effectively in stressful situations.
• Excellent team integration skills.
• Passion for community service and food justice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to document processes and outcomes.
• Great sense of humor and positive attitude.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.
• Work with a passionate team dedicated to health equity.
• Flexible work hours as this is a per diem position.
• Engagement with diverse community members.
• Support for professional growth and development.