City and County of San Francisco
Health Worker III (2587) - Street Health Team (SFDPH)
City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Health Worker III (2587) - Street Health Team (SFDPH)
Join the Street Health Team, a dynamic, multidisciplinary group dedicated to providing compassionate, community‑based care to people experiencing homelessness in San Francisco. Our team includes Behavioral Health Clinicians, Nurses, Health Workers, Physicians, Psychiatrists, and community members, all working together to address the complex health and social needs of the communities we serve.
Company Description The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.
Application Information
Application Opening: Thursday, March 6, 2025
Application Deadline: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Salary: $80,340 – $97,578 Annually; $38.63 – $46.91 Hourly
Appointment Type: Temporary Exempt
Recruitment ID: TEX‑2587‑EXEMPT
Job Description The Street Health Team works within assigned neighborhoods, meeting individuals where they are to provide essential services and support that promotes their well‑being. The team collaborates closely with other city agencies, including the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, to connect people with shelter, treatment, and long‑term support. This role offers an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about serving San Francisco’s most vulnerable populations and contributing to the City’s evolving, multifaceted approach to reducing homelessness and promoting long‑term stability and health.
Essential Duties
Interview and screen patients, identify general conditions, and assist in assessing specific conditions and treatment planning in conjunction with professional staff; may perform crisis intervention activities.
Represent program staff in meetings with local community groups and governmental and social agencies to provide information on program activities and goals.
As part of a therapeutic program, conduct craft, recreation, and other activity groups; as directed, assist in conducting therapy sessions under professional supervision.
Maintain records incidental to other assigned duties, including patients’ charts; conduct surveys and operate technical equipment.
Supervise primarily lower Health Worker classifications.
Assist in planning recreational, educational, and work therapy activities within therapeutic rehabilitation programs.
When assigned to a specialized activities program, plan, implement, supervise, coordinate, publicize, evaluate, and document activities for patients, including social, creative, educational, physical, and religious programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Additional qualifications and responsibilities may be required as the role evolves.
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of verifiable experience within the last five (5) years, performing a combination of at least two (2) of the following duties: Serving as a liaison between targeted communities and healthcare agencies.
Providing culturally appropriate health education, information, and outreach to targeted populations.
Providing referral and follow‑up services or otherwise coordinating care.
Providing informal counseling, social support, and advocacy to targeted populations.
Escorting and transporting clients.
Providing courier/dispatcher functions.
Performing pre‑clinical examinations of vital statistics, such as measuring a patient’s weight, height, temperature, and blood pressure.
Substitution: Possession of a Community Health Worker Certificate from City College of San Francisco can substitute for 6 months of experience.
Important Note Please be absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Misrepresentation of this information may disqualify you from this recruitment or future job opportunities.
How to Apply Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit
careers.sf.gov
and begin the application process.
Additional Information regarding Employment
Information about the Hiring Process
Conviction History
Employee Benefits Overview
Equal Employment Opportunity
Disaster Service Workers
Reasonable Accommodation
Right to Work
Copies of Application Documents
Diversity Statement
Contact Information For questions regarding this recruitment or application process, contact the analyst:
Elaine Adams
at
elaine.adams@sfdph.org
or (628) 271‑6974.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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Company Description The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.
Application Information
Application Opening: Thursday, March 6, 2025
Application Deadline: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Salary: $80,340 – $97,578 Annually; $38.63 – $46.91 Hourly
Appointment Type: Temporary Exempt
Recruitment ID: TEX‑2587‑EXEMPT
Job Description The Street Health Team works within assigned neighborhoods, meeting individuals where they are to provide essential services and support that promotes their well‑being. The team collaborates closely with other city agencies, including the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, to connect people with shelter, treatment, and long‑term support. This role offers an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about serving San Francisco’s most vulnerable populations and contributing to the City’s evolving, multifaceted approach to reducing homelessness and promoting long‑term stability and health.
Essential Duties
Interview and screen patients, identify general conditions, and assist in assessing specific conditions and treatment planning in conjunction with professional staff; may perform crisis intervention activities.
Represent program staff in meetings with local community groups and governmental and social agencies to provide information on program activities and goals.
As part of a therapeutic program, conduct craft, recreation, and other activity groups; as directed, assist in conducting therapy sessions under professional supervision.
Maintain records incidental to other assigned duties, including patients’ charts; conduct surveys and operate technical equipment.
Supervise primarily lower Health Worker classifications.
Assist in planning recreational, educational, and work therapy activities within therapeutic rehabilitation programs.
When assigned to a specialized activities program, plan, implement, supervise, coordinate, publicize, evaluate, and document activities for patients, including social, creative, educational, physical, and religious programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Additional qualifications and responsibilities may be required as the role evolves.
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of verifiable experience within the last five (5) years, performing a combination of at least two (2) of the following duties: Serving as a liaison between targeted communities and healthcare agencies.
Providing culturally appropriate health education, information, and outreach to targeted populations.
Providing referral and follow‑up services or otherwise coordinating care.
Providing informal counseling, social support, and advocacy to targeted populations.
Escorting and transporting clients.
Providing courier/dispatcher functions.
Performing pre‑clinical examinations of vital statistics, such as measuring a patient’s weight, height, temperature, and blood pressure.
Substitution: Possession of a Community Health Worker Certificate from City College of San Francisco can substitute for 6 months of experience.
Important Note Please be absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Misrepresentation of this information may disqualify you from this recruitment or future job opportunities.
How to Apply Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit
careers.sf.gov
and begin the application process.
Additional Information regarding Employment
Information about the Hiring Process
Conviction History
Employee Benefits Overview
Equal Employment Opportunity
Disaster Service Workers
Reasonable Accommodation
Right to Work
Copies of Application Documents
Diversity Statement
Contact Information For questions regarding this recruitment or application process, contact the analyst:
Elaine Adams
at
elaine.adams@sfdph.org
or (628) 271‑6974.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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