Primary Responsibilities:   

The Public Health Outreach Associate/Public Health AmeriCorps Member is an integral member of the Public Health and Wellness Team within Safe Passages. You will be part of a team that will evaluate, design, present, recommend, and disseminate culturally appropriate information and materials about public and nongovernmental programs and services to the communities of Alameda County. This may include participation in workgroups to prepare materials, conduct in-person community outreach, facilitate healthcare and social service linkages with community members, conduct one-on-one conversations as needed, and promote messaging at public events to present information effectively. You may also work with students grades K-12 to provide age-appropriate curriculum about public health topics such as: mental health, hygiene, exercise/fitness, food security, nutrition, environmental health, LGBTQ+ and gender/trans-affirming awareness, health education, career pathways, stress management, etc. 

Essential Functions:   

• Conduct in-person and telephonic outreach to educate and support targeted communities in improving their health and social needs within Alameda County;   

• Support individuals and families with navigating community resources, including signing up for public benefits, connections to immigration support, securing food and housing, etc.;   

• Provide age-appropriate curriculum to students grades K-12 about public health topics such as: mental health, hygiene, exercise/fitness, food security, nutrition, environmental health, LGBTQ+ and gender/trans-affirming awareness, health education, career pathways, stress management, etc.  

• Identify and explore new community locations to conduct outreach activities often overlooked by agencies and systems;   

• Support data collection and evaluation needs for determining intervention effectiveness and to implement data-driven strategies;   

• Maintain detailed records of all outreach events, including number of individuals contacted, locations served, and events and number of outreach materials distributed; and   

• Participate in regular project and stakeholder meetings to drive cross-sector strategic planning and coordination.   

• Participate in trainings and reflective group supervision to identify and improve professional competencies as a public health professional. 

Benefits:   

• You wiill receive a stipend and education award(s) in exchange for your volunteerism and dedication to improving the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve.  

• You will develop professional skills, gain hands-on experiences that will reshape your worldview, and change the way you engage with your community.   

• You will support students and families in maximizing protective factors and by providing culturally responsive interventions while gaining mentorship and professional networking connections for your future endeavors. 

• Total living allowance ranging between $7,392 - $9,152. Living allowance amount is determined by the slot type and is dispersed on a bi-monthly throughout the length of the term of service

• Members will receive an education award at the end of your service year, ranging between  $1,459 - $1,824. Education award amount is determined by slot type

Eligibility Requirements:   

• Must be at least 17 years old with a high school diploma;   

• Proof of citizenship or legal permanent resident status;   

• Proof of tuberculosis (TB) clearance AND full COVID-19 Vaccine;  

• All members must pass criminal history check, including FBI, DOJ, and NSOPW searches;