The working title for this position has been updated. This recruitment has been re-posted to invite additional applicants to apply. Applicants who applied prior to April 26, 2021, need NOT reapply. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision and/or to close the recruitment at any time.

This position supports the DOH mission of protecting and improving the health of all people in Washington State by working to promote and strengthen healthy families and communities. The Community Health Worker (CHW) Training Program is located within the Community Engagement and Equity Section in the Office of Family and Community Health Improvements.  THE CHW Training Program goal is to reduce health disparities by training community health workers who work to improve people’s health and reduce health disparities.

This position leads the facilitation of the Department’s statewide Community Health Worker Training Program including Core training and health specific modules.  This position supports the coordination of the training program including curriculum development and adaptation, program facilitation, individual coaching, training logistics, data tracking, and managing relationships with internal and external partners, with an emphasis on partnering with statewide and regional CHW networks.  This position will support the exploration and implementation of new training models, including train-the-trainer, and incorporate recommendations from the CHW Leadership Committee and community into the training program. This position reports to the Community Health Worker Training Program Manager.

About the Department of Health
Washington State Department of Health (DOH) works with federal, state, tribal, and local partners to help people in Washington stay healthy and safe. Our programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live and work, provide education to help people make good health decisions and ensure our state is prepared for emergencies.

Benefits of Working for DOH
Washington is America’s Top State according to U.S. News (2021) and provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

Kent is a large city situated in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area. Once an agricultural city, Kent now has grown into a business hub that serves as a headquarters for many companies. Besides attracting businesses, the city also draws in visitors due to its gorgeous landscape.  Residents and visitors enjoy gazing out at the rolling hills and lush valleys.   Some of the natural attractions include Mount Rainier and the Green River.

The duty station for this position is Kent, WA.   Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected.  Incumbent must have internet access and connectivity.  When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities.  An alternative work schedule may be considered upon request and supervisor approval.  Telework – once returned to the duty station for work activities, may be considered upon request with supervisory approval.

We also offer:

• A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for many positions.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• A wellness program that offers education, access to healthy food, and fitness classes.
• Opportunities to serve your community through meaningful work.
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion by fostering an inclusive environment that encourages all employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• An Infant at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of breastfeeding newborns and infant-parent bonding.
• A modernized workplace.

Duties Include

• Facilitate Statewide Community Health Worker Training for Community Partners.
• Provides logistical coordination of CHW training program.
• Curriculum Management and Adaptation.
• Support Contract and Data Management.
• Facilitate web-based training and support multiple Health Specific Modules (HSM) per quarter, which includes coordinating with DOH subject matter experts as needed.
• Contribute to program planning for statewide Community Health Worker Trainer Program.
• Manage the Community Health Worker on-line registration process, which includes building and updating registration forms, filtering and verifying enrollment data and then uploading into Learning Management System for training
• Leads utilization of the ACT! database system to collect and monitor participant data, and to establish broadcast communications to various groups and sub-groups related to the CHWTS project
• Promotes equity principles in the development of CHW training program partnerships and training program adaptations. Represents DOH CHW Training program in gatherings with CHW Networks, WACHWA and other stakeholders as needed
• Leads correspondence with statewide partners on training schedule coordination
• Seeks to build relationships with CHWs, community partners, organizational stakeholders and other groups.

What we’re looking for
Our ideal candidates are innovative and thoughtful professionals who view the world and everyone in it through a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion.  They have the personal courage, tenacity, and humility to hold themselves and all others responsible for embodying our purpose and values.

The successful candidate is a team player, defined as having a driving passion for the work, bringing humility to their job and people interactions, and understanding how their words and actions impact others.

Required Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
•          Experience facilitating in-person training for adult learners.
•          Experience facilitating virtual training for adult learners.
•          Experience using quality improvement tools to improve efficiency, accuracy and overall quality.

Application Process
Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you.  Click “Apply” to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:

1. A current resume.
2. A letter of interest, describing how you meet the specific required qualifications for this position.
3. Three (3) or more professional references, to be included in your profile. Please include at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) a subordinate.

Important Note: Do not attach documents that contain a photo or private information (social security number, year of birth, transcripts, etc.) or documents that are password protected. These documents will not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and year of birth.

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is an equal opportunity employer. DOH strives to create a working environment that is inclusive and respectful. We prohibit discrimination based on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.

This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions
With or without an accommodation, I am willing and able to:

• Legally operate a state or privately owned vehicle or provide alternative transportation.
• Must be able to work in excess of 40 hours per week when necessary to perform the core functions of the position.  Standard business hours are Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but the incumbent may be expected to adjust the work schedule to meet business needs.
• Employee must be willing and able to travel occasionally, as needed, either alone or with another person, overnight, for several days and/or out of state.
• Willing and able to legally operate a state- or privately-owned vehicle OR provide alternative transportation while on state business.
• Must be willing to work in a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment.
• The position may require moving objects and materials weighing as much as 25 pounds.
• Applicant must be capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
• Must be willing to participate in emergency response activities and when the Agency Coordination center is activated.

If you have questions, need alternative formats or other assistance please contact Marchelle Robinson at (360) 236-4277, Marchelle.Robinson@doh.wa.gov or TDD Relay at 1-800-833-6384 or 711 (Washington Relay). Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can’t log in, password or email issues, error messages).