Community Health Assistant I - Bilingual (English/...

Salary: $18.63 - $22.74 Hourly Location : Hanford, CA Job Type: Extra-help Job Number: 2025-112 Department: Health - Administration Division: Public Health Services Opening Date: 03/05/2026 Closing Date: 3/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific JOB OPPORTUNITY Kings County Department of Public Health is currently seeking qualified individuals for the position of: Community Health Assistant I - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - Extra Help$38,750.40 - $47,299.20 Annually We're looking for a bilingual Community Health Assistant I to join our team at Kings County Public Health. In this role, you'll support clinic staff by assisting with client education, outreach, and basic health services, while helping community members access care and information. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to learn routine tasks under close guidance, with responsibilities expanding as you gain experience. This position will be working in the Corcoran or Avenal clinic. If you're eager to support local public health efforts, we encourage you to apply! Extra-help positions do not include regular benefits; however, they do accrue sick leave. Temporary employees are paid hourly and are limited in the number of hours they can work per week and during the fiscal year. To discover what makes Kings County a great place to live and work, click to watch a short video. DUTY SAMPLE Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I Level) positions. Performs duties which support a diverse range of programs in Public Health which support at-risk clients in program areas including, but not limited to Public Health Field Nursing and Health Education. Serve as a member of a team that integrates services to positively impact the multiple barriers mutual clients have to achieving a safe and healthy lifestyle; works collaboratively with clinicians, case managers, nursing staff and others to maintain continuous communication with clients and to document their progress. Performs visits to clients and their families in their homes, shelters or on the streets to provide information and education; assists professional staff in providing health education and in the implementation of client care plans. Works with parents and providers to assist them in navigating community resources and to provide parents with services which promote health and reduce risk to children including Women, Infants and Children (WIC), car seat, dental clinics, medical resources, and related programs; provides clients with community referrals for services such as housing, legal aid, and childcare. Interviews clients to assess factors for various health and safety risks including HIV, domestic violence and child abuse or neglect; refers clients to appropriate support services or community service agencies; interfaces and coordinates with human services programs as indicated by the situation. Participates in the development of the client care plan for assigned clients; monitors progress and provides information for care plan updates. Promotes appropriate health screening and testing such as prenatal and perinatal health care and/or HIV testing; performs oral HIV antibody testing, obtains blood and urine specimens, and/or conduct various screening procedures, as needed. Advises clients on harm reduction methods related to safe intravenous (IV) drug use and safe sex; distributes needed supplies for these programs compliant with program standards of use. Assists clients, their caregivers, and families in developing healthier lifestyles; provides information regarding ways to reduce the risk of transmission of communicable diseases. Models daily living skills appropriate for the client including financial resource management, housekeeping methods and parenting and childcare skills; provides guidance and support on an independent lifestyle; demonstrates the principles of being a good neighbor to others in the community as it relates to maintaining independent housing; organizes move-in and move-outs. Practices behavioral interventions such as redirection, positive reinforcement, modeling behavior and motivational interviewing; performs crisis intervention at the direction of medical professional staff, as needed. Transports clients to medical appointments, service provider appointments, shopping and to other facilities to meet identified client needs; advocates for clients by assisting them in completing paperwork and guiding/navigating with them through bureaucratic processes. Collects data, maintains records and prepares progress notes and reports in accordance with state and local requirements. Advocates for clients and assists clients and their families to establish and maintain a community support system. Maintains current knowledge of cultural factors, health issues and community resources and services which affect clients. Provides training to less experienced staff and volunteers as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMinimum requirements must be met by the closing date Please note: Work experience for the last 15 years must be included in the work history portion of your application. It is also important that your application show all the relevant education and experience that you possess, even if it extends beyond the required past 15 years. A resume may be attached, but is not a substitute for completing the application and supplemental questions. Failure to submit a completed application may eliminate you from the recruitment Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Experience: Community Health Assistant I: One (1) year of responsible work experience in a medical setting or providing extensive public contact or counseling. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licenses: Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check. Ability to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends, and travel within and outside the County. Certain positions may be designated as bilingual requiring fluency in a foreign language. For a detailed job description, please click on the link below: SELECTION PROCESS:EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All completed applications will be reviewed. The department having the extra help vacancy may interview those applicants who appear to best meet the requirements of the position; you will only be notified if you are among those. Retirement Benefits: Eligible employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System, known as CalPERS. The County contracts with the CalPERS for this benefit in the miscellaneous or safety plans as appropriate. The County has reciprocity with other qualifying public retirement systems in California. Effective January 1, 2013, all new members to CalPERS, or existing members with more than a 6 month break in service from a qualifying previous public employer, will be enrolled in one of the following CalPERS retirement plans (with three year average final compensation) based on their classification: Miscellaneous - 2% at 62 Safety - 2.7% at 57 If a new employee is currently a member of a qualifying California public retirement plan without a break in service of no more than 6 months (documentation will be required), or ever worked for Kings County previously, they may qualify instead for either of these plans (with single highest year final compensation) in effect prior to January 1, 2013: Miscellaneous - 2% at 55 Safety - 3% at 55 The new formulas will not apply to existing County employees hired prior to 12/31/12 who promote or transfer to a different position, or into a position covered by a different PERS plan (e.g. move from a position covered by the Miscellaneous Plan to one covered by the Safety Plan). Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, mental health, and chiropractic care for employees and their eligible dependents is available. The portion of the monthly cost that the employees are responsible for depends on their bargaining unit. The County offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The County has an Employee Health Center available to Kings County employees and their dependents enrolled in the County health plan. Deferred Compensation: Participation is voluntary. One plan with several investment options is available. For more information on the eligibility of a contribution match, please refer to the applicable Holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day and day after, Christmas Eve; Christmas Day; and half-day New Year's Eve. Holiday credit may vary for law enforcement, fire, and other employees required to work on a holiday. Refer to the for information on the paid holiday closure. Vacation: Eligible employees earn from two to four weeks of paid vacation per year, depending on their length of service and bargaining unit agreements. Sick Leave: Sick Leave is accrued for each hour worked. Accrual rates vary depending on date of hire and bargaining unit agreements. The accumulation of sick leave starts from your first day of employment and sick leave may be requested subsequent to the time it is earned. Retiree Health Insurance: Upon retirement from the County, and depending on bargaining unit agreements, a percentage of accrued sick leave may be converted to be used to pay for retiree health insurance benefits for eligible employee and spouse. Education Reimbursement Program: Full-time, permanent employees are eligible to receive up to $500 for units earned toward an associate's degree, or up to $1,500 for units toward a bachelor's or master's degree. Permanent employees who work at least half-time are eligible. Extra help employees are not eligible. Courses must be to increase their knowledge or ability to perform their present job or to prepare for a higher level job with the County. This program is subject to annual funding. Flexible Benefits Program: Optional program allows employees to pay for certain qualified benefits with pre-tax salary (such as child care expenses, unreimbursed medical costs, or health insurance premiums). Specialty Pays: See for information. Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision or procedure described herein may be modified or revoked at any time without notice. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 01 The application and supplemental questionnaire must be completed fully. The following supplemental questions are used to help determine qualifications and eligibility to continue in the recruitment process. All education and experience used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on the education and work history portion of your application. Incomplete applications or supplemental questionnaires cannot be revised after submission and may be grounds for rejection. Responses such as "see resume" or "see application" or brief general statements will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications may be rejected. By clicking "I Accept" below, I certify that I understand and will follow the application instructions. I Accept 02 Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalency? Yes, I possess a high school diploma. Yes, I possess a GED or equivalent. I did not graduate from high school or pass a GED equivalency exam, but I have attained a degree from an accredited college or university. No, I do not meet this requirement. 03 How many years of responsible work experience do you possess in a medical setting or providing extensive public contact or counseling? No experience. Less than one year of experience. One (1) year but less than two (2) years of experience. Two (2) or more years of experience. 04 Please describe your work experience in a medical setting or providing extensive public contact or counseling. BE SPECIFIC. In your response, please include the 1) Name of employer, 2) Dates of employment, and 3) Relevant job duties. If no experience, type "N/A". 05 Describe any experience you have in performing education and outreach activities. BE SPECIFIC. In your response, please include the 1) Name of employer, 2) Dates of employment, and 3) Relevant job duties. If no experience, type "N/A". 06 This position requires the ability to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends. I have read the above statement and am WILLING AND ABLE to meet this requirement. I have read the above statement and am UNABLE to meet this requirement. 07 This position requires the ability to travel within and outside the County. I have read the above statement and am WILLING AND ABLE to meet this requirement. I have read the above statement and am UNABLE to meet this requirement. 08 BILIINGUAL FLUENCY This position requires English/Spanish bilingual fluency. Please indicate below your spoken Spanish fluency. My ability to translate English to Spanish as well as Spanish to English when speaking is: Fluent Good Fair N/A - Not bilingual 09 BILIINGUAL FLUENCY Please indicate below your written bilingual fluency (English/Spanish). My ability to translate English to Spanish as well as Spanish to English when written is: Fluent Good Fair N/A - Not bilingual 10 I understand that only a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included all current and at least 15 years previous work history and education. I also understand that my application must show all the relevant education and experience that I possess, even if it extends beyond the required past 15 years. Additionally, I understand that the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, or discharge from employment. By clicking "I Accept" below, I certify that I understand and have followed the application instructions. I Accept 11 Do you possess a valid California Driver's License (CADL)? Yes, I do possess a valid CADL. No, I do not possess a CADL but I am willing and ABLE to obtain one prior to appointment to this position. No, I do not possess a CADL and I am UNABLE to obtain one prior to appointment to this position. I do not possess a CADL, but I am a military spouse with a valid driver's license issued by the state of my active-duty spouse's legal residency. I understand that I will be required to submit documents to verify, including but not limited to my dependent ID, my spouse's current out-of-state driver's license, or any other document necessary to verify the information. 12 This position requires the ability to qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check. I have read and understand this requirement. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-07