Overview

CHI St. Anthony Hospital is a 25 bed licensed for 49 faith-based acute care level four trauma critical access hospital and healthcare campus serving the Pendleton Oregon area for more than 100 years. We are committed to the highest quality of patient care and safety; and to strengthening our community through wellness education. CHI St. Anthony Hospital is designed specifically to ensure that our physicians nurses and healthcare professionals can continue to provide extraordinary care for our patients. The 103000 square foot hospital features 4 operations rooms 11 emergency rooms 30 private patient rooms and the latest medical equipment. St. Anthony Hospital has plenty of room to grow as needed by the community and will continue to provide the safest quality of care possible. St. Anthony Hospital was also named one of the top patient experience hospitals in 2021. CHI St. Anthony is a member of CommonSpirit Health (https://www.commonspirit.org/) the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services-all recognized for quality safety and service. To learn more go to www.sahpendleton.org

Responsibilities

Job Summary:

A passionate and dedicated to connecting with our community, providing essential health information and resources, and fostering a culture of health and wellness. The position requires a self-starter, a strong communicator, and deeply committed to serving those in need.

Essential Functions:

• Community Engagement

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage with diverse community members, including those experiencing homelessness.

• Build relationships with local organizations, community leaders, and residents.

• Participate in community events and health fairs to raise awareness about health issues and resources.

• Health Education and Information

• Provide accurate and accessible health education on various topics, including basic nutrition, hygiene, chronic disease prevention, and mental health.

• Distribute health information materials and resources.

• Outreach Services for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness

• Conduct outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness

• Advocate for the needs of this population and build partnerships with relevant organizations.

• Food Backpack Program

• Manage and coordinate the distribution of food backpacks to children experiencing food insecurity.

• Collaborate with schools and community partners to identify eligible families and ensure efficient delivery.

• Track program data and report on outcomes.

• Administrative Tasks:

• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, program participation, and resource utilization.

• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in community engagement, health education, or social services

• Experience working with individual’s experiencing homelessness

• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish preferred)

• Experience in program development and implementation

Required Licensure and/or Certification:

• Current OR driver license with clean MVR

• AHA Basic Life Support Certification

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse populations

• Passion for improving community health and wellness, particularly for vulnerable populations

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Social Work, Health Education, or a related field

• Experience in program development and implementation

• Knowledge of local community resources and social services

Pay Range

$25.18 - $36.52 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.