Abortion Navigation Advocate

Position Title:        Abortion Navigation Advocate

Reports To:            Program Manager

Classification:       Part-time, Non-Exempt, 0.50 FTE, up to 30 hrs per week

Compensation:     $20.00 – $23.00 per hour, DOE.

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

Latino Network’s mission is to provide transformative opportunities, services, and advocacy for the education, leadership, and civic engagement of our youth, families, and communities. Our work springs from the core belief in Latino community self-determination that is, the ability of community members to participate meaningfully in the decisions that affect their lives and the lives of their families. We actively partner across a variety of city, county, state, and community organizations to deliver training and support, a wide range of services, as well as influence policy.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Latino Network provides a generous benefits package that includes:

*Health Plans including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Alternative Care
*FSA – Flexible Spending Account for Medical & Dependent Care expenses
*401k Plan with Match
*Employee Assistance Program
*Employer sponsored Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
*Paid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Sabbatical)
*$150 in office reimbursement
*$75 Monthly internet reimbursement
*Self – Care perks
*Team and family events

POSITION SUMMARY

The Abortion Navigator Advocate will provide compassionate, medically accurate resources to help individuals navigate reproductive health decisions. With at least three years of experience in community settings (e.g., clinics, grocery stores, schools, or places of worship), the advocate will guide individuals in exploring their abortion options, addressing concerns, and connecting them with necessary resources. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of reproductive health services, ability to share that information in an unbiased, empowering way, and the ability to use social media effectively to engage the community and share accurate information. The advocate will support individuals in accessing healthcare, financial assistance, transportation, and emotional support, ensuring they feel empowered and informed in their decision-making process. Confidentiality, cultural competency, and empathy are essential for success in this position, as is the ability to work with diverse populations and maintain a strong, supportive presence both online and in-person.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

*Collaborate with the Community Health Response Manager to enhance abortion navigation program readiness, integrate abortion access services, and implement abortion funding and support services using NWAAF’s dashboard.
*Participate in regular coordination during the implementation phase, while maintaining punctuality and a cooperative team spirit.
*Assist with travel arrangements, perform intakes and determine funding needs for the caller’s abortion, provide funding assistance for medical or procedure abortion for persons in the first trimester, assist with other needs for individuals seeking abortion care, and promote equitable reproductive health for all
*Stay informed of the evolving legal context for abortion services and its implications on the pilot program
*Provide wraparound support, including referrals to post-abortion doulas and mental health support, and other social services
*The ideal candidate will be bilingual, adaptable, and self-directed, with bicultural familiarity and strong skills in resource navigation.
*Utilize Latino Network social media platforms to share accurate, compassionate, and timely information about abortion access and reproductive health, engaging with the community to raise awareness and provide support.

Requirements
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

*Education in social work, public health or community health OR 3 years of equivalent work experience.
*Certification as a Community Health Worker  preferred
*Minimum of three years of experience in community outreach services providing health information, advocacy, social support and assistance in using the health care system to groups and families; AND demonstrated experience working with the Latinx community within the medical system.
*Working knowledge of the array of abortion and reproductive health services available in Oregon and ability to share those resources in an unbiased, judgement free manner
*Bilingual in English and Spanish with the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Additionally, Indigenous languages from Latin America are a plus.
*Understanding of medical terminology and ability to convey the concepts to clients in Spanish.
*Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and follow HIPAA policies and procedures.
*Bicultural understanding/familiarity required: knowledge of Latinx culturally based world view, adaptive reasoning, and problem-solving practices of Latinx individuals, families, and community living in urban neighborhoods impacted by crime, poverty, and racial inequity.
*Strong communication skills, including active listening, ability to demonstrate cultural humility and respect for people of diverse racial, social, economic, and cultural backgrounds.
*Reliable, patient, and able to cope with high stress situations.
*Self-motivation and the ability to work independently with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
*Possess excellent attention to detail, good organizational skills, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
*Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google suite, and data entry skills.
*Excellent phone and computer skills are required.
*Reliable transportation, valid driver license, and automobile liability insurance required; eligibility to be an insured driver under Latino Network’s Commercial Auto Liability preferred.
*Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty.
*Ability to pass a criminal background check as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this role.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use stairways to climb to multiple floors within office building, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands and fingers to type or dial, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach with hands and arms. The employee may be required to perform minimal heavy lifting and walking during peak events.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Latino Network is a fast-paced, highly engaged work environment with satellite operations with positions performing work both onsite and remotely.
Frequent use of keyboard, monitor, mouse, telephone and/or headset.
This position requires a flexible schedule to work evenings and weekends
TO APPLY

If you, or anyone you know, are interested in joining us in supporting our mission to positively transform the lives of Latino Youth families and communities, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter at:  Careers

Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required. Latino Network is an equal opportunity employer. We value and support diversity and inclusion to create a culture of dignity and respect.