COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER/PROMOTORE I/II
Salary
$40,830.40 - $57,408.00 Annually
Location
Riverside
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
26-57797-EM
Department
Public Health
Opening Date
04/20/2026
For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Riverside University Health System (RUHS) invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Community Health Worker I/II with the Riverside Overdose Data to Action (RODA) Program.
In this role, Community Health Workers I/II deliver harm-reduction education, distribute naloxone, and support overdose prevention through direct outreach in the community. Drawing on their lived experience and strong local connections, they build trust, reduce stigma, and assist individuals in accessing treatment, recovery services, and essential resources. CHWs engage high-risk residents in the field, provide compassionate guidance, and foster resilience while contributing to data-informed overdose prevention efforts. If you are committed to community health and motivated to support high-need populations, we encourage you to apply.
Competitive candidates will have lived experience within affected communities, strong communication skills, and a commitment to harm-reduction and community well-being.
Schedule: 9/80, Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-5:00 PM
Community Health Worker I: $19.63-$26.16
Community Health Worker II: $20.71-$27.60
Applications will be reviewed in the order of when it was received
This posting is subject to being closed at a maximum number of applicants
Meet the Team!
Riverside University Health System - Public Health is one of California's largest and most dynamic public health departments, with dedicated professionals working to keep our communities safe and healthy. From disease prevention and health education to nutrition, emergency response, and community outreach, our team's impact reaches every corner of Riverside County.
If youre passionate about making a meaningful impact on community health and well-being, consider joining our team at RUHS-Public Health. Together, we can work towards a healthier future for Riverside County.
For more information on RUHS-Public Health, please visit www.ruhealth.org/ruhs-public-health
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provide harm reduction education to individuals and community groups.
Conduct direct outreach in community settings to engage high-risk residents.
Distribute naloxone and educate community members on its proper use.
Support overdose prevention efforts, including recognizing and responding to overdose situations.
Draw on lived experience to build trust, reduce stigma, and improve engagement.
Connect individuals to treatment services, recovery supports, and critical social resources (housing, healthcare, employment assistance).
Participate in the Riverside Overdose Data to Action (RODA) program by supporting data-informed prevention strategies.
Build and maintain constructive interpersonal relationships with clients, families, and community partners.
Use strong communication skills (speaking, listening, teaching, writing) to share information effectively.
Demonstrate empathy, cultural humility, and shared community values in all interactions.
Facilitate empowerment and leadership among community members.
Identify, access, and utilize community resources independently.
Maintain honesty, respect, and professionalism in all client and team interactions.
Support conflict resolution and contribute to a safe, supportive environment for clients.
Promote understanding of the healthcare system and priority health issues affecting the community.
Engage with families and friends of clients to expand support networks and improve outcomes.
Participate in ongoing training, learning, and skill development, including CHW training programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Community Health Worker I Recruiting Guidelines:
Education: Graduation from high school, possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. examination.
Experience: Any combination of lived experience working with diverse populations in the community (e.g., women with infants and young children, homelessness, substance abuse, persons involved in the justice system, AIDS/HIV patients, older adults, and underserved populations) which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally, this would include, one year of experience which has provided personal first-hand knowledge of the problems, needs, attitudes, and behavior patterns of the community as they relate to public health.
Knowledge of: Client population and community resources; techniques for group and individual interviewing and counseling; basic recordkeeping principles and practices; and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
Ability to: Address the client population's unique needs in a culturally sensitive manner; relate and communicate effectively with the community served; learn and understand the organization and operation of the assigned department and of outside departments and agencies; maintain strong working relationships with a wide range of community agencies and organizations; obtain and record accurate information for case documentation and other reports.
Other Requirements
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
Completion of a Department of Health Care Access and Information approved CHW/Promotore training program and possession of a CHW/P/R certificate is required within 12 months of hire.
Community Health Worker II Recruiting Guidelines:
Education: Graduation from high school, possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. examination.
Experience: One year of experience as a Community Health Worker/Promotore I or equivalent non-County classification.
OR
Experience: Two years of lived experience, that is equivalent to that of a Community Health Worker/Promotore I working with diverse populations in the community (e.g., women with infants and young children, homelessness, substance abuse, persons involved in the justice system, AIDS/HIV patients, older adults, and underserved populations) which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities herein.
Knowledge of: Client populations, community resources, techniques for group and individual interviewing and counseling; basic recordkeeping principles and practices; and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
Ability to: Address the client population's unique needs in a culturally sensitive manner; relate and communicate effectively with the community served; lean and understand the organization and operation of the assigned department and of outside departments and agencies; maintain strong working relationships with a wide range of community agencies and organizations; obtain and record accurate information for case documentation and other reports.
Other Requirements
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
Completion of a Department of Health Care Access and Information approved CHW/Promotore training program is required.
Must possess and maintain a CHW/P/R certificate. Some positions may require additional specialized certification.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical Requirement: Ability to drive for extended periods, sit and stand for extended periods, walk, climb stairs, and move between field sites, and lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Application Status: To confirm your application was received or check on the status of your application, log-in to www.GovernmentJobs.com, click on your name in the upper right corner, and click on "Applications & Status."
Sign Up for Job Alerts: Go to www.RC-HR.com, click on "Careers," click on "County Job Openings," and click on "Subscribe to Job Alerts" icon.
For questions regarding this recruitment:
Please contact Edgar Manzo at (951) 955 0951 or EMCardenas@rivco.org.Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
BENEFIT PROGRAM: UPE
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY:
Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of regular pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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Do you possess a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificate?
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Are you currently certified as a Community Health Worker?
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I understand the completion of a Department of Health Care Access and Information approved CHW/Promotore training program and Possession of a CHW/P/R certificate is required within 12 months of hire.
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I understand that I must maintain a Community Health Worker certificate once it is obtained.
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How many years of experience do you have as a Community Health Worker/Promotore I?
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How many years of lived experience do you have equivalent to that of a Community Health Worker/Promotre I working with diverse populations in the community (e.g., women with infants and young children, homelessness, substance abuse, persons involved in the justice system, AIDS/HIV patients, older adults, and underserved populations) which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities herein.
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Please describe your experience working with diverse populations in the community (e.g., women with infants and young children, homelessness, substance abuse, persons involved in the justice system, AIDS/HIV patients, older adults, and underserved populations) which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities herein. (Failure to do so will lead to delays and or/rejection from the competitive process)
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Do you have experience conducting outreach/engagement with individuals who use substances or are at risk of overdose?
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Do you have experience with providing resource navigation, closed-loop referrals, or case management within public health, social services, or recovery treatment support?
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Have you ever worked with interdisciplinary teams such as Recovery support groups, Substance Counselors, or Peer Support programs?
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Please indicate your proficiency with computer systems and data tracking (Microsoft Excel, Office, or other computer systems)
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Are you comfortable conducting outreach? (Outreach may consist of long periods of walking/standing and engaging with communities affected by substances)
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Do you have additional training or certification in community health work, parent education, child development, motivational interviewing, or trauma-informed care?
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Have you ever worked with communities impacted by substances or those in recovery from substances?
Required Question
Employer County of Riverside
Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information
Website http://www.rc-hr.com