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Health Assistant

Central Missouri Community Action

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#Public Health#Social Services#Community Outreach#Health Screenings#Head Start#Community Action Agency#Low-income Families#In-kind Resources
Full Time
On Site
0-2 yrs
Posted 3 days ago

Location

Columbia, Missouri

Quick overview

Support Head Start staff with health screenings, data entry, and health initiatives. Engage with the community to build relationships, secure resources, and assist in organizing staff trainings and public events.

Requirements summary

Must possess a high school diploma or GED. Experience working with children and low-income families is preferred.

high schoolOutreachRelationship BuildingCommunity EngagementData EntryEvent OrganizationScreeningsResource Procurement

Job description

  • Health Assistant needed to support Head Start staff with screenings, data entry, and other health initiatives, while also engaging with the community to build relationships, support outreach, and secure in-kind and community resources.
  • This role includes assisting with the organization and setup of materials for staff trainings and public events.
  • Position serves Head Start families across an 11-county service area.
  • Pay is $16.21 per hour.
  • Job Requirements: Prefer experience working with low-income families and children.
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Benefits

Excellent health insurance Generous paid vacation and sick time 10 paid holidays and paid 2 week winter break Schedule: 8 hour shift- Monday through Friday OR 10 hour shift-Tuesday through Friday About Us: CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that they do, we offer our employees competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help them build rewarding and successful careers. EOE. Please visit www.cmca.us/careers for more information about Community Action and the Head Start Program.

Benefits

  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Sick Time
  • Paid Winter Break

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Mission CMCA's mission is to empower individuals and families to achieve self-reliance. Company Overview Central Missouri Community Action is a non-profit agency providing education, resources, and referrals to individuals and families throughout mid-Missouri in order to...

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IndustryPublic Policy Offices
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
HQColumbia, MO
Founded1965

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Health assistant roles in Missouri

Health assistant roles in Missouri are often tied to schools, clinics, and community programs serving children and families, so demand can be steady where support services are expanding. These positions are competitive because employers may prefer candidates with experience working with children and low-income families, along with a high school diploma or GED. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to show relevant family or youth support experience.

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