UTHealth (University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston)·Houston, Texas
The Community Health Worker will recruit participants and deliver cancer prevention education sessions in-person, virtually, or by phone. They will also provide follow-up navigation calls to assist participants with breast and cervical cancer screenings and HPV vaccinations.
We are hiring immediately for a Community Health Worker I (Casual – Up to 19.5 hrs per week) to join the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Houston, Texas.
In this role, you will identify & recruit participants, deliver the program’s education session (in-person, over the phone or virtually); and deliver follow-up navigation calls to participants due for their breast and cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccinations.
The ideal candidate should have previous experience with community outreach, health education, and be certified as a Community Health Worker (CHW).
Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.
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The overall goal of the UTHealth Houston Salud en Mis Manos (SEMM) program is to increase breast and cervical cancer screenings and HPV vaccinations among medically underserved communities in different regions of Texas by creating collaborations to bridge gaps and providing women with the motivation, information and tools to overcome barriers to care. This vacancy seeks passionate and experienced Bilingual Community Health Workers to work either in the Texas Panhandle or greater Harris County areas. The role of the CHWs will be to identify and recruit participants, deliver the program’s education session (in-person, over the phone or virtually); and deliver follow-up navigation calls to participants due for their breast and cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccinations. The successful candidate will be trained by and have support from UTHealth Houston’s SEMM team on all aspects of the program. Position Key Accountabilities: Supports in identifying potential collaborating organizations in and around the Panhandle or Harris County, that are supporting woman in need of breast and cervical cancer services. Works in the field visiting community organizations, clinics, schools, etc., to recruit participants. Delivers the program cancer prevention class to participants; discusses participants’ questions or concerns, and refers to appropriate community health resources. Delivers follow-up health coaching navigation calls to participants due for their breast and cervical cancer screenings and HPV vaccinations, addressing barriers and making 3-way calls to clinics, when needed. Reports administrative details such as time, effort, and mileage. Tracks participant information and program completion using REDCap. Maintains a comprehensive understanding of community needs, resources, services and programs available to advocate for patient needs and requests. Continuously expands knowledge for professional growth and development to meet requirements to maintain State certification and skills competency that supports department goals. Assists in the planning and/or facilitation of applicable health and wellness programs. Contacts patient to schedule and/or reschedule clinical/wellness program visits. Maintains confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines in regards to patient information. Adheres to all policies, procedures and standards within the organization. Performs other duties as assigned.
Candidates must hold a Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Community Health Worker certification and possess at least one year of relevant experience in health, social work, or education. A high school diploma or GED is the minimum educational requirement, and bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred.
Market context
In Texas, Community Health Worker I roles tied to schools and public health are often driven by community outreach, care coordination, and prevention work, so demand tends to follow programs serving students and families. These positions are competitive because employers usually want a Texas DSHS Community Health Worker certification, at least one year of related experience, and bilingual skills; the platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your certification status and tailor your experience to school, health, or social service settings.