About Extension: UW-Madison's Division of Extension serves the people and communities of Wisconsin by addressing local, statewide and national issues, improving lives through research-based education, fostering partnerships and action, and facilitating positive impacts.
About the Center for Patient Partnerships: CPP is an innovative interdisciplinary program housed in the Division of Extension. We do and teach health advocacy to transform healthcare to prioritize the well-being of patients, families, and communities. Our staff is creative, collaborative, and dedicated to making health care work for each and all. In addition to our teaching, we research patients' diverse lived experiences and enhance the capacity of patients to influence health policy and health care systems. Our model prioritizes systems change to prevent future barriers for patients and communities. About this position: The Bilingual Community Resource Educator (CRE) supports the service-learning experience in our Community Resource Navigator Program (CRNP), providing education, supervision, and support to students as they work alongside Spanish- and English-speaking patients with health-harming social needs. They work in a team with the Program Coordinator who leads the classroom ('learning') aspects of CRNP, other CREs, and others. This Bilingual CRE role includes monitoring day-to-day 'service' operations, including supporting program operations at various sites, supervising student work with clients, and trainings on health-related topics. Examples of duties include:Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Required
Associate's Degree
Or equivalent such as 2 years of relevant training such as Community Health Worker Certification, Medical Bilingual Language Certification, Case Manager/Community Resources training, etc.
Required:
- At least 2 years of experience providing culturally responsive health, legal, and/or social justice support services to marginalized communities
- At least 2 years of experience providing educational content in a teaching or training setting
- Spanish and English speaking, writing, and comprehension skills; knowledge and understanding of Hispanic culture. Language skills will be evaluated.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and execute outreach activities and collaborate with community organizations
- Commitment to and appreciation of working with diverse groups of individuals, including age, race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic and educational background, geographic location, and ability
- Fluency with basic computer programs, including excel, a database, and calendaring systems or a willingness to learn
Full or Part Time: 50% - 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.Ongoing/Renewable
Minimum $58,500 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (). Please note that salary and some benefits such as paid time off will be prorated by appointment percentage.
This position may be required to work occasional nights and weekends to meet the program needs and priorities of the communities served. Specifically, the position will require some Saturday morning/early afternoon hours and some mid-week early evening hours.
It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions. Information about UW-Madison Driver Authorization can be found at . Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
- Resume in English
- Letter of Qualifications (cover letter) in English
- Writing Sample
Chris Lacey
chris.lacey@wisc.edu
608-262-0309
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Outreach Specialist(OE009)
A47-EXTENSION/YFH/HLTH/CEN PATIENT PARTN
Academic Staff-Renewable
307422-AS
About University of Wisconsin–Madison
Work with purpose, make an impact, and grow your career. The University of Wisconsin–Madison is committed to equity, inclusion and employee well-being as we proudly work to improve the lives of people in Wisconsin and beyond. Join a world-class educational and research institution, located in one of America's best places to live and work. The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been a catalyst for the extraordinary since its founding in 1848. As a public land-grant university and prolific research institution, our guiding principle is the Wisconsin Idea, a long-standing commitment to conducting outreach that contributes to a better future for our state, our nation, and the world. In a survey of working Americans conducted by Forbes, UW?Madison ranked among the top 100 America’s Best Large Employers in 2022. Our location in Madison, Wisconsin, is consistently rated one of the best places to live in the United States. A variety of independent rankings place Madison among the best U.S. cities for livability, work-life balance, fitness, opportunities for women, best places to raise children, and other measures. We were also named one of the Best Universities for Commuters in 2021 ... . More than 24,000 faculty and staff work at our schools, colleges, and administrative units. Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation at UW–Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinions enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
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