Community Health Volunteer

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Position Overview

Join SoCal Street Medicine in providing compassionate healthcare services and resources to individuals experiencing homelessness. As a Community Health Volunteer, you will work alongside medical professionals and fellow volunteers to deliver essential health services directly to unsheltered communities throughout San Diego.

• Assist medical teams during street outreach visits to homeless encampments, providing basic health screenings and support services
• Help with patient intake, documentation, and maintaining confidential health records
• Distribute hygiene supplies, and other essential items to community members
• Support wound care
• Help maintain inventory of medical supplies and outreach materials
• Participate in team debriefings and contribute to improving service delivery

Required:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Reliable transportation to reach outreach locations
• Ability to walk for extended periods and carry supply bags
• Strong interpersonal skills and compassionate demeanor
• Commitment to treating all individuals with dignity and respect
• Basic computer literacy for documentation purposes
• Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions and environments

Preferred:

• Experience in healthcare, social work, or related fields
• Bilingual skills (especially Spanish)
• First aid and CPR certification
• Knowledge of local community resources and social services
• Experience working with vulnerable populations
• Background in public health or community outreach

• Minimum 4 hours per month
• 6-month minimum commitment

• Street medicine basics and safety protocols
• Cultural competency and trauma-informed care
• Basic health screening procedures
• Documentation and confidentiality requirements
• De-escalation techniques
• Harm reduction principles
• Local resource navigation

• Outdoor work in various weather conditions
• Walking on uneven terrain
• Exposure to diverse environments and situations
• Some evening or weekend hours may be required
• May encounter challenging emotional situations

• Hands-on experience in community healthcare
• Professional development opportunities
• Networking with healthcare professionals
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on community health

Visit: www.SoCalStreetMedicine.com