Bilingual Community Health Advocate

CAPWN; Gering (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fulltime 40 hours

8:00AM-5:00PM

Monday–Friday

Job summary

CAPWN in Nebraska seeks a Community Health Worker to help patients navigate health and community resources and promote healthier behaviors within a team-based care model. The role involves working across homes, schools, shelters and clinics to connect clients with services and support their self-management efforts.

The CHW will provide culturally appropriate health education, assist with referrals and appointments, document outcomes, and collaborate with providers to improve community health.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in community health, outreach or case management preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources and services; ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families in navigating health and community resources.
• Provide culturally appropriate health education and self-management support.
• Facilitate communication between patients and care teams within a team-based care model.
• Conduct outreach via phone and home visits to connect clients with resources.
• Document activities, plans and outcomes per organizational policies.
• Coordinate transportation and help with scheduling and program applications.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Community health

Outreach

Case management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Health education

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

CAPWN in Nebraska seeks a Community Health Worker to help patients navigate health and community resources and promote healthier behaviors within a team-based care model. The role involves working across homes, schools, shelters and clinics to connect clients with services and support their self-management efforts.

The CHW will provide culturally appropriate health education, assist with referrals and appointments, document outcomes, and collaborate with providers to improve community health.