Instructional Assistant Community Health Worker (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited) (Non-Benefited)

Position Details

Position Information

• Position Title: Instructional Assistant / Community Health Worker
• Employment Type: Part Time, Temporary, Hourly, Non-Benefited
• Classification Title: T1
• Hourly Rate: Stipend or Load
• Unit: 30hr averaging 10 hours per week
• Close Date: Open Until Filled
• Open Until Filled Notes: Open 2025-2026 Academic Year

Position Type

• Employee Class: Temporary PT Hourly
• Instructor Status: Not applicable
• Overtime Eligible: Non-Exempt
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Campus Location

• Madras

Primary Purpose The Instructional Assistant will serve as an Instructional and Lab Assistant and assist the primary course instructor in the education of students using state-approved criteria to teach select and conduct hands-on learning experiences appropriate for meeting objectives for the classroom. Under the direction of and providing support to faculty by preparing classroom materials, facilitating student communication, and observing student performance and testing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare classroom environments virtually and in-person for instruction by assembling necessary resources.
• Assist faculty with demonstrations, observation, and evaluation of student essential skills performance.
• Maintain records of activities undertaken in the classroom which may include typing forms, inputting data, or otherwise retaining information regarding students and their progress in meeting instructional goals.
• Reinforce knowledge and skills introduced by the course faculty.
• Assist with student communication.
• Support department faculty with copying class materials, stapling, hole-punching, sorting papers, and/or supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job with or without reasonable accommodation using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds and other aspects of human diversity.
• Must be well-organized, self-motivated, and dependable.
• Possess well-developed verbal skills required to present and exchange technical or complex information.
• Must be personable, have good interpersonal skills, be able to work in a team environment, have a willingness to teach, and be proactive.
• Communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks daily.

Ergonomic Requirements

• Regular office hours are established between 8 am - 5 pm during the workweek.
• A flexible work schedule including nights and weekends may be necessary due to the nature of the responsibilities.
• Incumbents must be able to function effectively indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature.
• Requires the ability to work at a workstation for extended periods.
• Requires writing and reading written materials and computer screens and ability to use telephonic conversations.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements

• Candidate must hold a current OHA, one of the Traditional Health Worker certificates (e.g., Community Health Worker or Peer Support Specialist Certification).
• Three years of professional or volunteer experience as a Community Health Worker and/or Peer Support Specialist.
• The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment.
• Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
• To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
• All employees are required to complete and pass a background screen which includes a criminal history check.

Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Continuing education or courses in a related field.
• Prior work experience of approximately 5 years as a Community Health Educator.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
• Resides locally in Central Oregon Area or has a connection to this region.

EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff, and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy, or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities, or employment.

Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211. This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCCs EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.

1. What is your highest level of education?

• No High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Professional Certification or License (not a degree)
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree In Progress
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree In Progress
• Ph.D. In Progress
• Ph.D.
• J.D.
• M.D.
• Other Doctorate Level Degree

Note: We recognize the value of skills, knowledge, and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education and/or experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable boxes below and explain in the next question why your education/experience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.

• I meet all minimum requirements (education and experience listed for this position).
• I do not meet the minimum education/degree requirements.
• My degree is not in the required stated areas.
• I have less than the minimum years experience in the areas required.

2. As a follow-up to the previous question, explain how your education/experience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements.If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements, please put NA.All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.

3. Open Ended Question In support of COCCs commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus. Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent (read and write).

4. Open Ended Question Are you a U.S. military veteran? COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the documents in the next step of this application process.

• Yes, I am a veteran.
• No, I am not a veteran.

5. Open Ended Question If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) forms as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position.

6. COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position?

• Yes
• No

7. The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered, applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States, be able to arrive in the country, and maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support. Are you currently or will you be authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date?

• Yes, I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date.
• No.

8. Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCCs criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College:

• Yes, I will provide my consent when requested.
• No, I will not provide my consent when requested.

Applicant Documents

• Required Documents: Resume/Vitae, Cover Letter
• Optional Documents: License or Certification