Read on for a reflective end of year update from Family Matters Durham’s Public Health Education specialist, Jasmine Johnson, MPH!
Dear Community,
During this holiday season we are reminded of the warmth and vibrancy of our community. We look forward to ways that bring us together, foster connections, and celebrate our shared interests. We hope you find something with Family Matters Durham that inspires you to get involved!
Join Our December Community Action Team Meeting!
We invite anyone interested in maternal and child health to join our collaborative efforts to improve health outcomes and promote equitable services. Our Community Action Team (CAT) includes family leaders, community members, local stakeholders, and partners—all dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of Durham County. Come be part of our mission!
We are Hiring!
Part-Time Bilingual (Spanish/English) Hybrid Community Health Worker
The Durham County Department of Public Health is seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our team as a Part-Time Bilingual (Spanish/English) Hybrid Community Health Worker to support our Improving Community Outcomes for Maternal and Child Health (ICO4MCH) initiative. This role is perfect for someone looking for a flexible work schedule while still making a meaningful contribution to our organization.
Position Overview
The work is 20 hours per week, with the opportunity to start immediately. This is a contract position with no County benefits provided. Guaranteed funding through at least May 31st, 2026. The hourly pay rate for this role is $20/hour.
To Apply
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested individuals should complete the application and submit a resume. If you have difficulty applying, please contact Jasmine Johnson, Public Health Education Specialist, at jjohnson@dconc.gov.
Tips for Engagement
Do you know about our Mamava Pod?
The Mamava pod is a private lactation space designed for breastfeeding parents. It is located in the Registration Lobby on the 1st floor of the health department building at 414 E. Main Street!
Other key features;
- Open for public use
- Keyless entry
- Sanitized weekly
- Total privacy – lock the door
- Comfrtoable built-in seat
- Fan
- Ambient white noise
- Conveniently located outlets with USB ports
- Mirrors
- Easy fold down table
Check the pod’s availability at any time with Mamava’s free app!
The Mamava App
To schedule a 5-minute tour of the pod or report maintenance issues, please contact Family Matters Durham Community Health Worker: Breann Wyman– at breannwyman@dconc.gov.
Community Spotlights
This month, we celebrate two of our Community Action Team members Lakieta Sanders and Lindsey Bickers Bock, Durham County Department of Public Health!
Lindsey Bickers Bock is celebrating 5 years of service with DCoPH! She is the Health Education Division Director leading the efforts of the Human Milk Feeding Strategic Plan. Find more information here.
Lakieta Sanders is celebrating 20 years of service! She is a Public Health Educational Specialist and Childbirth Educator offering free classes to expecting families via Zoom. If you are interested in her child birth classes, find more information here. Lakieta also provides fun and interactive adolescent pregnancy prevention workshops to youth.
Additionally, she is striving to prevent childhood lead poisoning by providing lead education, testing, and awareness. Lead education workshops and screenings are hosted at childcare facilities and schools serving young children, upon request from the facilities for providers and parents. For questions about blood screening, contact Lakieta Sanders at 919-560-4842 or email ldsanders@dconc.gov.
Their commitment to supporting maternal and child health has had a significant impact on our community. Congratulations!
Well, that’s all for now. Thank you to our community for your support. We wish you a wonderful holiday season! We encourage you to stay tune for more upcoming events and get involved with our initiative. For more information, please contact the Local Program Manager, Jasmine Johnson at jjohnson@dconc.gov.
Until next time,
Family Matters Durham
Family Matters Durham core community partners are:
Family Matters Durham is funded under the Improving Community Outcomes for Maternal and Child Health (ICO4MCH) initiative by the North Carolina Division of Public Health.
