SCOPE OF WORK: 

RHPP (Refugee Health Promotion Program) assists newly arrived refugees and those within 5 years of arrival with accessing medical and mental health care, medical insurance, and with receiving health education and access to activities that improve their mental and physical wellbeing. Volunteers with this program would assist in these efforts by joining in planning and carrying out health education classes and wellness workshops, performing outreach for new clients, and as needed, assisting with individual client health activities.

Location: 

Hybrid, Turlock Office 

Time Commitment: 

Interns- 15hrs/week for at least 4 months. Longer volunteer commitments encouraged. 

Volunteers- minimum 4hrs/week for at least 4 months. Longer volunteer commitments encouraged. 

Responsibilities: General responsibilities could include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Assist in planning, advertising, and holding health education classes and wellness workshops in collaboration with the health navigator.
  • Assist in program outreach efforts and tracking outreach activities.
  • Assist the health navigator in other individual program activities, such as scheduling appointments or transportation for clients and assisting with health insurance or benefits applications.

Skills/Qualifications

  • Interest in or experience in health-related fields preferred.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Computer literacy with PC systems and software.
  • Experience working with multi-cultural populations.
  • Experience in event planning and organization beneficial.
  • Ability and willingness to drive personal vehicle (for off-site health education or wellness workshops) preferred.
  • At least a couple of weekly hours need to occur in person at the office sometime from Tuesday to Thursday for full coordination with team to occur. Occasional weeknight or weekend availability preferred for any after-hours health education classes and wellness workshops.

How to Apply

Cohort Schedule:

Fall: Starts in September

Spring: Starts in February

Summer: Starts in May-June

Please apply 1-2 months before your chosen start date.

Fill out an application https://x.gldn.io/e/5CKYllDNnYb. If you are a good fit for this opportunity someone will be in touch with you. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.