Job Abstract

This role requires a candidate who is able to travel locally within Service Planning Area 1 (SPA 1), Antelope Valley CA.

If hired for this position, applicant will be required to provide proof of full vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the start date; or have a valid religious or medical reason qualifying the applicant for an exemption (that may or may not require accommodation). The applicant will need to have the qualifying exemption.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Division of Maternal, Child, & Adolescent Health is seeking a Junior Program Analyst/ Abundance Coach to join our Abundant Birth Project (ABP) CA Expansion. The CA ABP is a pilot program that will provide pregnant people with a monthly income supplement during their pregnancy and post-natal periods. Led by Expecting Justice, this program recognizes that racism has shut far too many parents out of the resources they need for healthy births. Providing cash during pregnancy is an expedient and humanizing way to support mamas during this critical period of life. If you want to be a part of this pioneering, anti-racist program, please consider joining our team! To learn more about ABP, visit https://www.expectingjustice.org/about-abp/.

The Abundance Care Team provides social support and resource connections to the participants of Abundance Birth Project (ABP). By providing referrals, and service connections through partnership, validation, and learning opportunities, the Abundance Care Team helps ABP participants gain access to the tools they need for birth and parenting.

Employment is provided by Heluna Health.

The pay rate for this position is $40.75 per hour.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Abundance Coach will:

• Provide case management to ABP participants, including conducting assessments of the needs of new and continuing participants and developing a case plan depending on the individual needs of each participant who opts into coaching services
• Support the ABP program application process, including explaining program services and procedures to potential program participants and other intake procedures
• Keep accurate, up to date participant records
• Maintain knowledge of community resources and collaborate with other community agencies in connecting participants with needed resources
• Conduct follow-up with participants in the ABP program and case management services
• Attend regular meetings with Expecting Justice and the key researcher team of the Abundant Birth Project, as well as Expecting Justice’s ABP workgroup
• Implement other program activities as needed, including administrative duties, and research support

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Other duties as assigned by the Program Manager

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• 2 years of experience providing case management or other supportive, wrap-around services, resource navigation, or advocacy
• 10 years of professional or lived experience interacting closely with communities most impacted by birth disparity (such as the African American/Black Community) moms with a deep love for these communities
• High school degree or equivalent

Preferred Requirements

• 2 years of professional-level experience in case management with pregnant Black women/birthing people, who experience the highest rates of infant and maternal mortality/premature births in the County
• Experience providing direct, case management
• Experience in community engagement
• Knowledge (personal or professional) of LA County resources and benefits program
• Strong interpersonal, organization, and communication skills
• Passion for supporting women/pregnant people who experience the highest rates of infant and maternal mortality/premature births in the County. In Los Angeles County, data indicate that Black birthing persons experience rates of infant and maternal mortality far exceeding those of other groups

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances

• A valid California driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
• Successful clearance of LA County Live Scan required.

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to provide respectful case management services to clients in a social service setting
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with ABP participants and a wide range of partners and systems.
• Professional and/or personal experience navigating reproductive health services in Los Angeles County
• Strong Interest, Experience, Knowledge, and/or Expertise in:

Racial justice

Addressing the social determinants of health and health disparities

Maternal, child and adolescent health

Policy and/or Systems Change

• Community organizations and organizing
• Good written, oral and listening skills
• Collaborative, proactive, and self-starting capabilities
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the client

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand Frequently

Walk Frequently

Sit Frequently

Handling / Fingering Occasionally

Reach Outward Occasionally

Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally

Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally

Lift / Carry Occasionally - Up to 25 lbs.

Push/Pull Occasionally - Up to 25 lbs.

See Constantly

Taste/ Smell Not Applicable

Not Applicable Not required for essential functions

Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs./day)

Frequently (2 - 5 hrs./day)

Constantly (5+ hrs./day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.

Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages people of color, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.