Gaston County Government
Overview
Gaston County Public Health is committed to protecting, promoting, and preserving the health and well‑being of all Gaston County residents. An hourly salary range of $20.43 to $23.75 is anticipated for this position. The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered essential for an employee to perform. Translation and Interpretation Services
Translate educational materials, consent forms, and program communications to ensure language accessibility. Serve as a cultural and linguistic liaison between MCH staff and Haitian Creole‑speaking families. Accompany public health nurses or case workers on home visits to assist with communication and cultural interpretation. Attend WIC appointments and other healthcare visits as needed to provide real‑time translation support. Help families understand healthcare guidance, appointment instructions, and health education. Outreach and Navigation Support
Conduct outreach to Haitian Creole‑speaking families to promote MCH services. Assist clients in understanding and accessing available maternal and child health programs. Guide families through program enrollment processes and coordinate referrals to supportive services. Childbirth Class Facilitation
Plan and facilitate childbirth education classes in Haitian Creole, tailored to the cultural and linguistic needs of participants. Collaborate with health educators and nurses to ensure content accuracy and relevance. Provide culturally appropriate information and materials to expectant parents. Community Engagement
Build relationships with Haitian community organizations, leaders, and faith‑based groups to foster trust and awareness. Participate in community events and health fairs to represent MCH services and distribute informational materials. Administrative and Reporting Duties
Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, appointments, and translation services provided. Complete required documentation and reports in accordance with program guidelines. Assist with data collection and evaluation related to service delivery outcomes. Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary education in nursing, health, social services, or related field preferred. Experience working with maternal and child health programs or public health settings. Background Check Requirement
The applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment. In compliance with G.S.153A‑94.2(b), if the position being filled requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the County must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S.143B‑1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint‑based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties.
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Gaston County Public Health is committed to protecting, promoting, and preserving the health and well‑being of all Gaston County residents. An hourly salary range of $20.43 to $23.75 is anticipated for this position. The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered essential for an employee to perform. Translation and Interpretation Services
Translate educational materials, consent forms, and program communications to ensure language accessibility. Serve as a cultural and linguistic liaison between MCH staff and Haitian Creole‑speaking families. Accompany public health nurses or case workers on home visits to assist with communication and cultural interpretation. Attend WIC appointments and other healthcare visits as needed to provide real‑time translation support. Help families understand healthcare guidance, appointment instructions, and health education. Outreach and Navigation Support
Conduct outreach to Haitian Creole‑speaking families to promote MCH services. Assist clients in understanding and accessing available maternal and child health programs. Guide families through program enrollment processes and coordinate referrals to supportive services. Childbirth Class Facilitation
Plan and facilitate childbirth education classes in Haitian Creole, tailored to the cultural and linguistic needs of participants. Collaborate with health educators and nurses to ensure content accuracy and relevance. Provide culturally appropriate information and materials to expectant parents. Community Engagement
Build relationships with Haitian community organizations, leaders, and faith‑based groups to foster trust and awareness. Participate in community events and health fairs to represent MCH services and distribute informational materials. Administrative and Reporting Duties
Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, appointments, and translation services provided. Complete required documentation and reports in accordance with program guidelines. Assist with data collection and evaluation related to service delivery outcomes. Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary education in nursing, health, social services, or related field preferred. Experience working with maternal and child health programs or public health settings. Background Check Requirement
The applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment. In compliance with G.S.153A‑94.2(b), if the position being filled requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the County must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S.143B‑1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint‑based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties.
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