Seasonal Community Health Worker/Canvasser (Stamford, CT)

Job Description

Seasonal Community Health Worker/Canvasser (Stamford, CT)

Family Centers Inc. is immediately hiring people passionate about empowering everyone in our diverse local neighborhoods to get the COVID-19 vaccine as an integral part of the Stamford Vaccine Equity Partnership. The Community Health Worker/Canvasser will connect with individuals by going door-to-door to educate about COVID-19, answer questions about the vaccine, and assist individuals in getting their shot.

Latinx/Hispanic, Black and other communities of color and lower-income neighborhoods have been hardest-hit by COVID-19, but vaccination rates are currently half that of whites in more affluent areas. The Stamford Vaccine Equity Partnership is working to eliminate this health inequity and ensure everyone — Black, white, or brown, regardless of language, immigration status, or other barriers — has access and information on COVID-19 and COVID vaccines so they can choose to be vaccinated quickly and easily.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Energetically door knock in designated neighborhoods and have conversations with people about the COVID-19 vaccine with the goal of scheduling vaccination commitments
• Learn and provide accurate education and information, answer questions, and motivate people to schedule their vaccine — all in a respectful and positive manner
• Make follow-up reminder phone calls and texts to ensure scheduled participants are able to arrive for their vaccination and problem-solve any barriers, such as transportation
• Accurately track work and data throughout the workday
• Distribution of COVID-19 collateral as necessary (masks, flyers, door hangers, lawn signs, etc.)
• Assist at mobile vaccination clinics, Vaccine Equity Partnership member events, and other community COVID-19-related activities as needed

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong support for COVID-19 vaccination and enthusiasm for helping people learn about and then access COVID vaccine. Any healthcare background is a plus, but not required (educational training provided)
• Proven experience serving or mobilizing people in work, non-profit, political, or volunteer settings. Door knocking/Canvassing experience a plus (training provided)
• Outgoing personality, strong speaking skills, and comfortable interacting with people of diverse backgrounds
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole or Polish a strong plus
• People of color, especially Stamford residents or those with ties to the local community, strongly encouraged to apply
• Skilled in using computers (Windows, Google) and cell phone apps
• Ability to work independently and be a proactive problem-solver, while also being accountable to teammates and the Vaccine Equity Partnership
• Reliable transportation and smartphone with cell service
• Consistent availability to work scheduled afternoon/evenings and weekends

LOCATION, PAY, HOURS AND DURATION:

• Stamford, CT – LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY
• Up to $30/hour, depending on experience and assigned responsibilities (work-related expenses are also reimbursed)
• 30-40 hours/week. Hours are typically weekdays 1 PM – 8 PM, and Saturdays and Sunday afternoons. Flexibility and daytime hours will be needed to accommodate special events and community needs
• Campaign is hiring immediately and expected to run through the end of summer (this is a temporary/seasonal position)

About Family Centers

Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization offering education, health and human services to children, adults and families in Fairfield County. More than 240 professionals and 1,200 trained volunteers collaborate to provide our communities with a wide range of responsive and innovative services. Through our three Centers of Excellence, more than 21,000 children, adults, families and communities receive the care, encouragement and resources needed to realize their potential. 

Family Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer