SUMMARY

SHERO “Shaping Healthy Equitable Reproductive Outcomes” program integrates medicine, public health and prioritizes technology to improve the health, lives and wellbeing of moms-to-be and their babies. SHERO’s vision is to advance equity by eliminating the Black maternal & infant mortality/morbidity crisis across the US.
We are seeking a dynamic, resilient, and trailblazing Perinatal Community Health Worker to join our SHERO NOLA team. This isn’t a typical social services role. This is a high-energy, high-impact opportunity within a startup organization. If you thrive on creativity, adaptability, uncertainty, problem solving and the challenge of building something groundbreaking, this role is for you. We operate with a Lean Start-Up approach implementing agile systems, SCRUMS and Sprints for constant and never-ending innovation and improvement. The person we seek is committed to learning, open to making and learning from mistakes, accountable, adaptable and able to pivot to meet the evolving needs of our team, moms and community. This requires a unique mindset:

• 80 percent mindset, 20 percent skillset.
• Grow more, learn more, be more, do more, give more.
• Give me gold, I’ll give you platinum.

Seeking True SHEROs:

Please note: This isn’t easy work, but it’s deeply rewarding. SHERO NOLA isn’t for those who expect to coast in a traditional role. It’s for those who thrive in fast-paced, innovative, and community-centered environments, who aren’t afraid to make and learn from mistakes, who can pivot quickly, and who embody the true spirit of a SHERO, resilient, creative, and bold. If you’re looking for “just a job, ” this isn’t for you. However, if you are seeking a role that demands resilience, endurance, problem-solving, creativity, uncertainty with laser focus on the mission, we invite you to apply. Get ready to be part of a movement where your mindset and dedication can make a real difference.

This is a grant-funded, hybrid, full time, benefited position. The Perinatal Community Health Worker position is grant funded and renewed annually based on performance and funding availability.

Employment is provided by Heluna Health.

The salary for this position is $19.25 per hour.

Must be a resident of New Orleans, Louisiana to qualify for this position.

If hired for this position, applicant will be required to provide proof of full vaccination 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Community Outreach
• Build trusted relationships with community members and enroll pregnant and postpartum individuals into SHERO NOLA.
• Represent SHERO NOLA at community events, clinics, and partner sites.
• Facilitate outreach efforts, awareness campaigns, and presentations to connect families to perinatal resources.
• Collaborate with organizations such as WIC, Medicaid, Healthy Start, housing, and food programs.

Perinatal Education and Support
• Provide culturally competent guidance on prenatal care, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, nutrition, infant care, and more.
• Offer emotional and social support during pregnancy and postpartum.
• Connect moms to clinical services, mental health support, and SHERO’s tech tools and networks.
• Engage moms via social media platforms, contributing to SHERO’s digital visibility.

Data Collection and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all interactions and services.
• Track program outcomes and contribute to continuous improvement.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years in community outreach, maternal health, perinatal health, customer service, technology or peer support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Zoom, and mobile devices.
• Comfort with Apple products (iMessage, FaceTime).
• Experience creating social media content (reels, stories, posts).

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances

• A valid Louisiana Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions.

• Background check required.

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Be a self-motivated team-player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy, non-judgment, and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Familiarity with local maternal health and social service networks.
• Independent, self-motivated, and a strong collaborator in a mission-driven startup environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Detail-oriented, resilient, adaptable, and organized.
• Bilingual or multilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

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 Up to 30lbs.
• Push/Pull Up to 30lbs.
• See Constantly
• Taste/ Smell NA
• Not Applicable Not required for essential functions
• Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day)
• Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day)
• Constantly (5+ hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This is a hybrid position. Must have functioning internet access at remote location.

EEOC STATEMENT
It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.