Community Health Outreach Worker (CHOW) - Civic Engagement

Stockton, CA (San Joaquin County Area) | Hybrid

Part-Time | Non-Exempt (20 hours/week)

Reports To: Community Liaison & Policy Analyst

$25.00PH

Help Build Community Power Through Civic Engagement.

Black Women for Wellness (BWW) is seeking an energetic, community-centered, and passionate Community Health Outreach Worker (CHOW), Civic Engagement to help strengthen civic participation and voter engagement throughout San Joaquin County.

Our Civic Engagement Program works to increase the electoral and political power of Black women through year-round voter education, voter registration, community outreach, and Get Out the Vote (GOTV) efforts. If you're passionate about connecting with people, organizing in communities, and helping residents make their voices heard, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

As the Community Health Outreach Worker (CHOW), you'll serve as a trusted ambassador for Black Women for Wellness by building relationships, educating community members about civic participation, and supporting voter engagement efforts throughout San Joaquin County.

Key responsibilities include:

• • Represent Black Women for Wellness at community events, outreach activities, coalition meetings, and educational workshops.
  • Build relationships with residents, community organizations, faith-based institutions, and local leaders.
  • Conduct community outreach to promote voter education, voter registration, civic engagement opportunities, and BWW programs.
  • Support Get Out the Vote (GOTV) campaigns through canvassing, phone banking, volunteer engagement, and community mobilization.
  • Coordinate and participate in community events, meetings, and outreach activities.
  • Utilize digital organizing tools and social media to expand community engagement.
  • Collect outreach data, maintain accurate records, and submit activity reports.
  • Serve as a positive and professional representative of Black Women for Wellness in the community.

What You’ll Bring

• • At least two (2) years of experience in community outreach, organizing, civic engagement, advocacy, health education, canvassing, or nonprofit programming.
  • Experience with voter engagement, civic education, or political organizing is preferred.
  • A passion for working alongside diverse communities of color and historically underserved populations.
  • Strong communication, relationship-building, and public engagement skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, social media, and basic data entry systems.
  • A valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel throughout San Joaquin County.
  • A bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
  • Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support community outreach and civic engagement activities.

Why Join Black Women for Wellness?

Black Women for Wellness is committed to advancing health equity, reproductive justice, and civic participation by building the leadership and political power of Black women and their communities. We believe lasting change begins with informed, engaged communities, and our Civic Engagement Program empowers residents to advocate for themselves and influence the decisions that shape their lives.

When you join BWW, you become part of a passionate team working to create healthier communities, stronger civic participation, and lasting systems change.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• • Resume
  • Cover Letter describing your interest in the position and relevant experience

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Black Women for Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected status.