Health Promoter

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Promotora I is responsible for coordinating and managing outreach activities/classes relating to diabetes, cardiovascular disease and other chronic diseases.  Individual will also be responsible for co-facilitating classes in relation to the disease management program offered by AltaMed and will be responsible for the coordination and set up of educational classes based upon the curriculum requested and or required by AltaMed to meet health plan or program requirements to deliver a comprehensive self-management training for P/P/C’s who have a chronic condition.  Series classes on adopted curriculum including but not limited to Healthy Living or Tomando Control will be conducted by the Community Health Worker aka Promotores I with the objective and goal to move participants towards change, engagement and empowerment to become better managers of their chronic condition.  Individual may be requested by Provider(s) or by the Program Director(s) or case managers from time to time to follow up on patient’s progress post classes as appropriate in order to determine and track effectiveness of program.

Minimum Requirements:  
1. High School Diploma or equivalent
2. Minimum 6 months to 1 year experience or internship in health care field or community outreach or community setting
3. Medical Assistant background highly desirable. 

Compensation

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days 
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.