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Community Health Specialist

Staten Island, NY · On-site

Community Health Specialist, Safe Options Support LOCATION (The should be the same for both The Rockaways and Staten Island Reporting to the Assistant Director, Programs, Safe Options Support the ...

Chestnut Health Systems

IL · Hybrid

$44K - $50K/yr

Overview Chestnut Health Systems is seeking one full-time Community Health Specialist to assist in coordination of the Bond County Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) project. This grant seeks ...

GTT, LLC

Community Health Specialist

El Monte, CA

$26.56 - $33.20/hr

Community Health Specialist Location: Los Angeles, CA Onsite Flexibility: Onsite Contract Details * Position Type: Contract * Contract Duration: 3 months * Pay Rate: $26.56 $33.20 / Hour (USD)

Uofl

$72K/yr

The Community Health Specialist II for the Trager Institute delivers eight annual virtual state-approved foundational Community Health Worker (CHW) training cohorts, managing scheduling, instruction ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for community health specialist in the United States is $56,569.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Community Health Specialist, you need a background in public health, health education, or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree and relevant experience. Familiarity with data collection tools, health information systems, and community assessment software is commonly required. Strong communication, cultural competence, and problem-solving skills help build trust and effectively engage diverse populations. These skills and qualities are crucial for designing effective outreach programs and improving community health outcomes.

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Community Health Specialists often work closely with local organizations, such as non-profits, clinics, and schools, to design and implement health initiatives tailored to the community's needs. This collaboration may involve organizing health education workshops, coordinating outreach programs, and sharing data to track progress. Effective communication and partnership-building skills are crucial, as specialists frequently act as liaisons between healthcare providers and community members. By working together, they help ensure that public health interventions are culturally appropriate and accessible.

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A community health specialist assesses and addresses health needs within communities by developing programs, providing education, and promoting healthy behaviors. They often collaborate with healthcare providers, government agencies, and community organizations, and may require knowledge of public health principles and data analysis skills.
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Community Health Specialist

Staten Island, NY • On-site

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Re-posted 6 days ago

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Community Health Specialist, Safe Options Support LOCATION (The job description should be the same for both The Rockaways and Staten Island

 

Reporting to the Assistant Director, Programs, Safe Options Support the Community Health Specialist, Safe Options Support (SOS) provides on-site and field assessments and support for the SOS outreach teams in Staten Island who engage with individuals to determine homelessness history, services needed, and appropriate placement options. The Community Health Specialist ensures the utilization of Harm Reduction and Housing First strategies and other best-practice interventions to ensure the highest quality care for clients. The Community Health Specialist carries a caseload and is responsible for ensuring client records are kept in compliance with regulatory and agency standards.  

The Community Health Specialist works primarily during business hours Monday-Friday, with off hours availability in case of emergency or for special projects/initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Carry a caseload of clients
  • Assist with outreach and engaging with identified persons currently experiencing homelessness and living with chronic medical conditions in Staten Island
  • Promote effective strategies for case management following Housing First, Harm Reduction, Critical Time Intervention (CTI), Motivational Interviewing and trauma-informed care models of practice
  • Develop and implement individual service plans; ensure documentation of client contact and progress is comprehensive and timely
  • Help troubleshoot, problem solve, and strategize solutions around client engagement and challenging behaviors
  • Coordinate delivery of care with multiple service providers, particularly outreach teams and transitional and permanent housing providers, including conducting case conferences
  • Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • NYS Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) or NYS Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) strongly preferred.  Minimum requirement: MSW, MHC, MPH, or MPA
  • Previous experience with related populations strongly preferred
  • Thorough clinical understanding of relevant service delivery concepts and structures including Housing First, client centered motivational interviewing, Harm Reduction models, behavioral and medical health systems, and the ability to access and negotiate the full range of services for recipients
  • Experience with crisis intervention, including, risk assessments and incident management
  • Ability to work successfully with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
  • Demonstrated success in working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
  • Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with diverse populations and stakeholders
  • Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA driver’s license with a good driving record, as defined by Breaking Ground, is required
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams; familiarity with Access-based databases and the ability to learn new programs are required
  • Bilingual preferred

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