Community Outreach Advocate

Glenn County is located in the United States about half way between Sacramento and Redding in Northern California. Glenn County is primarily an agricultural community with mountains on the west, the Interstate 5 corridor taking you through rich farm land, and the Sacramento River bounding the east side of the County.
With over 1,188 farms, agriculture remains the primary source of Glenn County's economy. Major commodities include rice, almonds, milk products, prunes and livestock. Glenn County was incorporated on March 5, 1891. The County seat, Willows, was created on March 11, 1891. Glenn County was developed out of the northern portion of Colusa County and was named for Dr. Hugh J. Glenn, who was the largest wheat farmer in the state during his lifetime, and a man of great prominence in political and commercial life in California.

Glenn County has a population of 28,122.

This position is located in the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency, Behavioral Health
Division, Substance Use Disorders Services Unit. Under general supervision, the Community
Outreach Advocate provides community outreach advocacy services; performs prevention and
outreach for at-risk populations; prepares and presents health education materials; and performs
related duties as assigned. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week.

• Plans and conducts community outreach programs, workshops, and discussion groups to
  promote health education, risk reduction and healthy behavior.
  Plans, organizes and coordinates community events; assures compliance with department policies
  and procedures.
  Develops and gives presentations on programs and studies to providers, local schools, community
  groups, and state-wide audiences.
  Disseminates information regarding HHSA programs, support opportunities, prevention
  education and upcoming events at booths during Community Health Fairs, County fairs and
  other community events.
  Advises contacts and clients of community resources available for resolution of behavioral health
  problems; acts as an advocate for individuals to help them understand their rights and advocate
  for their expressed wants.
  Coordinates and facilitates youth activities and awareness programs; provides safe learning
  environment for adolescents; drug, alcohol and tobacco prevention programs.

Refer to the job description for a full list of duties.

The ideal candidate communicates effectively with diverse populations, building community
partnerships, and confidently facilitates presentations and prevention activities. They are organized,
compassionate, and able to connect individuals and families with resources, recognize when
professional assistance is needed, and responds calmly in challenging situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) years of clerical or technical experience in Behavioral Health, Public Health, or Social Services
environment.

EDUCATION:

Equivalent to an Associates degree or 60 units from an accredited college or university in Behavioral
Health, Health Education, Social Work, Social Services, Drug and Alcohol or addiction counseling or
related field.

13 paid holidays per year and an additional twenty four hours of Holiday Leave. An employee must be employed the last working day before and the first working day after the holiday in order to receive holiday compensation. Employees on leave without pay shall not accrue holiday benefits.

88 hours (approximately 11 working days) per year during the first 2 years of service; 128 hours (approximately 16 working days) per year during years 3 through 12; 168 hours (approximately 21 working days) per year during years 13 through 19; 208 hours (approximately 26 working days) per year after 20 full years of service.

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