JOB TITLE: Health Advocate

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Research and Evaluation

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Bienestar Human Services is collaborating with California State University, Long Beach,
in the implementation of a program entitled, Salud a la Vida! (Cheers to Life!). This
program is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
(SAMHSA). The purpose of this program is to deliver integrated prevention
interventions on the topics of HIV, hepatitis C, alcohol abuse and drug abuse to Latino
young adults (18-24 years of age) in the area of Long Beach, California.

Under the direction of the Director of Research and Evaluation, the Health Advocate will
carry out the duties of the position in coordination with the program staff at California
State University, Long Beach.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Conduct a needs assessment regarding substance abuse (SA), HIV prevention
(HIV) and hepatitis C (HCV) prevention with young Latino adults ages 18-24 in
the area of Long Beach.
2. Conduct focus groups with the target population.
3. Contribute to the development of a strategic plan focused on creating a culturally
and linguistically relevant integrated SA, HIV and HCV prevention intervention
based on the findings of the needs assessment.
4. Implement the intervention with a minimum of 150 young Latino adult community
participants in Long Beach.
5. Help to assess the effectiveness of the intervention.
6. Prepare program reports and keep accurate up-to-date records and
documentation.
7. Attend required trainings and presentations.
8. Attend program staff meetings as required.
9. Assist with other program-related activities as may be needed.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
1. Minimum of a bachelor degree from an accredited academic institution.
2. Knowledge of the Latino community.
3. Experience and interpersonal skills working with culturally and socially diverse
community groups, including the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT)
communities.
4. Excellent interviewing skills.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish (must
be fully bilingual).
7. Able to work independently and efficiently and have excellent organizational skills
with attention to detail.
8. Ability to prioritize assignments and to manage several activities effectively under
deadlines.
9. Self-motivated, a problem solver and able to organize job assignments.
10. Strong writing skills.
11. Proficiency in MS Windows and Excel.
12. Able to meet agency job work hours, transportation and employment
requirements.

Number of Positions: There are two (2) health advocate positions available: one full-
time position and one half-time position.

Hours: The agencys hours are from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Some
weekend and evening work hours may also be required for these positions.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Full-time position (100% time): $30,000 - $31,200 per year. Full-time position
includes full benefits, consisting of health and dental insurance and 403B
pension plan.

Half-time position (50% time): $15,000 - $15,600 per year.

When you apply, please indicate if you are applying for the full-time or half-time position.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO APPLY:

Email: hrjobs@bienestar.org

Positions will remain open until filled. Bienestar is an equal opportunity employer.