Reducing COVID-19 Disparities in Los Angeles County Job at AmeriCorps
The LA County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) is recruiting AmeriCorps members. AmeriCorps members will have the option of serving 1,200 hours (three-fourths time) or 900 hours (half-time) throughout the year of service. The primary role of members will be to conduct COVID-19 outreach. When engaging in direct service activities, outreach efforts will comprise of 80% of the AmeriCorps Member time and the remaining 20% of time will be spent supporting various public health activities in local field offices. Field office assignments will focus on various topics including (but not limited to) mental health, wellness, STDs, HIV, nutrition, and wellness. Members will be required to complete an onboarding orientation as well as training to ensure they are up to date with the latest public health trends and information. Members will join a cohort and will receive mentorship to further support their development as public health professionals. This experience will provide members the opportunity to gain experience in the field while engaging with community members, business owners, stakeholders, and public health experts. Given the fluidity of COVID-19 information and mandates, candidates must be able to work well in a fast paced and changing environment. Candidates must be flexible team players and must be willing to respond to changing directives given the needs of the community. *This program is available to all without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, political affiliation, or, in most instances, religion.
Member Duties : Members will form part of outreach teams targeting areas with highest rates of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. Members will provide culturally and linguistically appropriate in-person outreach among communities most impacted by COVID-19. Outreach will comprise of most of the member’s time. A secondary role of members will be to provide support at an assigned community field office. Field offices offer a variety of resources for the community, allowing members the opportunity to take part in activities of their interest. Activities focus on a variety of topics including substance abuse disorders, STDs, HIV, mental health, wellness, physical activity, and nutrition. Field office exposure will allow members to work with public health teams and establish relationships with experts. Training will be provided to ensure members stay up to date with information and public health trends. Member efforts will contribute to the county’s recovery journey.
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Living Allowance .
Terms :
Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Uniforms provided and required .
Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Uniforms provided and required .
Service Areas :
Public Health AmeriCorps .
Public Health AmeriCorps .
Skills :
Team Work , Public Health , Education , Public Speaking , General Skills .
Team Work , Public Health , Education , Public Speaking , General Skills .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Reducing COVID-19 Disparities in Los Angeles County
Program Start/End Date
10/01/2022 - 09/30/2023
Work Schedule
Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
CALIFORNIA Los Angeles/Orange County
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From 09/01/2022 To 07/31/2023
Contact
Stephanie Cipres
313 N Figueroa St
Los Angeles CA 90012
213-549-2348
scipres2@ph.lacounty.gov
Listing ID
114573
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