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Southside Collaborative is hiring a Community Health Worker to help grow our health clubs and lead outreach efforts across San Antonio’s South Side.

If you’re passionate about community wellness, experienced in grassroots engagement and ready to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Health Club Coordination

• Organize and help manage weekly health club meetings, including logistics, curriculum and communication with participants.

• Support participant leadership development to encourage active community involvement.

• Ensure activities are relevant, interactive and aligned with the Southside Collaborative’s mission.

 

Community Outreach

• Help plan and staff outreach events across San Antonio’s South Side, engaging residents in health and wellness initiatives.

• Assist in follow-up communications with individuals and organizations met through outreach.

• Work alongside the Program Manager to grow the Collaborative’s presence and reach.

 

Partner Engagement

• Coordinate with community partners to support health clubs and outreach activities.

• Maintain an up-to-date list of community partners and upcoming events.

• Support outreach efforts to deepen and expand partner relationships.

 

Communications

• Clearly communicate the mission and goals of Southside Collaborative to community members, program participants and partner organizations.

• Use social media, texting, and digital tools to promote programs and increase engagement.

• Assist with regular program updates and coalition meeting coordination.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years relevant experience in community development, education, social services or health care

• High school diploma/GED or college degree in a related field

• Significant lived experience with community organizing around health and wellness

• Community Health Worker (CHW) certification (or in progress)

• Knowledge of Social Determinants of Health

• Project management experience

• Proficiency in MS Office.

• Bilingual (English & Spanish) — to include speaking, writing and reading

• Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.

 

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.

• Strong project management skills, including the ability to handle scope, requirements, deliverables, timelines, and resources across complex, multi-stakeholder efforts.

• Skilled at facilitating diverse groups to reach shared goals.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Comfortable communicating with a wide range of audiences, including:

  • Community-based organizations

  • Government agencies

  • Philanthropic foundations

  • Researchers and educators

  • Health professionals

  • Service providers

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must have daily vehicle access with current registration and insurance that complies with Texas law.

• Ability to lift/carry 25 lbs. and work in various settings.

• Available for evening/weekend events with notice.