Promotora Comunitaria Level 2 (Community Health Worker) - Madera County Community Resilience - Bilingual Spanish

Position Summary: Visión y Compromiso (VyC) is dedicated to improving community health and well-being. We are seeking a compassionate Promotora(or) Comunitaria(o) – Level 2 to conduct community engagement, education, and outreach activities designed to increase disaster preparedness, promote environmental sustainability, and strengthen physical and mental well-being among residents of Madera County’s valley communities. The position is responsible for facilitating surveys and assessments to support community members' access. This role requires experience working with individuals, families, including children and adolescents, in culturally responsive, community-based settings.

Position Status: Regular, Part Time

Effective Date: January 1, 2026 (ending on or before January 31, 2027)

Location: The person in this position works from different worksites in Madera County's valley communities.

Required Travel: Ability to travel locally and up to 100 miles throughout Madera County.

Schedule: 20 hours per week. Variable work schedule including shifts on weekends and evenings.

Key Responsibilities:

Outreach and Education:

Identify and secure potential sites and groups to conduct educational workshops and wellness activities to meet the program’s goals.

Proactively conduct outreach and educational activities to inform community members in culturally and linguistically relevant ways.

Participate in town halls, back-to-school events, holiday activities, tabling events, or similar events to connect with local families, engage them with educational materials, and identify gaps in existing resources. 

Speak to groups in person and through a virtual platform, such as Zoom.

Engage with community members through focus groups and listening sessions designed to understand local needs and challenges in accessing services and resources.

Facilitate surveys and assessments with community members and support in applying for assistance programs.

Conduct outreach and education to Madera County community members via door-to-door, community events, schools, faith-based organizations, and partner agencies.

Conduct outreach, screening, and enrollment of eligible participants into program services; assist community members in completing applications, gathering required documents, and understanding program eligibility.

Provide one-on-one navigation support to help participants access health, social, and community resources, including making referrals, scheduling appointments, and following up to ensure successful connection to services.

Compliance & Goal-Meeting

Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and files on all outreach and education activities conducted.

Complete assigned programmatic reporting in a timely manner.

Consistently meet all assigned productivity and outcome goals.

Participate in required trainings.

Attend all scheduled meetings with the project team, as needed.

In all activities, comply with all contracts, funder requirements, and VyC procedures and policies.

Meet or exceed all goals and requirements established by the Project Coordinator for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years working with bilingual Latino communities.

Minimum of 2 years of experience conducting outreach and providing community health education.

Minimum of 1 year of experience connecting community members to relevant services.

Experience conducting successful outreach in diverse settings.

Seasoned background in delivering educational workshops tailored for adult learners.

Skills:

Understanding of basic principles in mental health, mindfulness, emotional development, and self-care tailored to children.

Ability to design playful workshops and engaging experiences that promote emotional, physical, and social well-being in a meaningful and fun way for children and families.

Ability to collaborate closely and across all VyC departments with a wide range of staff, community members, partner agencies, and funders.

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to effectively link community resources to the specific needs of program participants.

Understanding of the Promotora Model or other community leadership models and its role in creating health equity, nationally and internationally.

Proven expertise in executing effective outreach initiatives across a variety of environments.

Attention to detail, organizational abilities, and effective establishment of priorities.

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule including shifts on weekends and evenings to meet required program objectives.

Language Skills:

Bilingual in Spanish and English required

Proficiency in leading and facilitating engaging discussions and educational presentations for both small and large groups.

Ability to listen actively and with empathy.

Ability to understand children's emotions and needs, and to communicate clearly, respectfully, and in a way that’s appropriate for their developmental stage.

Demonstrated verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Computer Skills:

Basic proficiency in word processing, email, and presentation software.

Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams) for conducting workshops and outreach.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Valid Driver’s License or the ability to utilize a reliable alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Valid automobile liability insurance required if driving.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Visión y Compromiso is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Vision y Compromiso

Established in 2000, Vision y Compromiso is a nationally respected organization committed to community well-being by supporting Promotoras and community health workers. The organization provides comprehensive culturally and linguistically relevant training, workforce development, leadership opportunities, advocacy, and support to thousands of Promotoras and community health workers. Highly trained community experts and trusted members of their communities, Promotoras are characterized by servicio de corazon (service from the heart). Our vision: Hacia una vida digna y sana (towards a healthy and dignified life) reflects enhancing Promotoras' capacity to educate, empower, and advocate for community change to improve their communities so that all families may know a better way of life.

Benefits:

Employee assistance program

Paid time off