Community Health Advocate – Tribal Care & Home Visits

UNITED INDIAN HEALTH SERVICES; Klamath (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

United Indian Health Services in Klamath, CA seeks a Community Health Representative to assist clients with basic healthcare services, education, and access to resources within tribal communities. The role emphasizes building trust, coordinating care, and supporting health initiatives in partnership with UIHS staff.

Primary duties include home visits, medication delivery, transportation coordination, and documentation in the EHR.

Qualifications

• Level I: High school diploma or GED is required.
• Level II: Associate degree or two years of related experience or equivalent.
• Level III: Associate degree with relevant experience, or three years in the field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits and safety checks following SOPs and CHCS directives.
• Provide medication delivery to homebound clients.
• Coordinate client transportation to clinical and social service appointments.
• Record client interactions and healthcare appointments in the EHR promptly.
• Advocate for clients and connect them with health services and resources.
• Attend cultural trainings and maintain client confidentiality.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 2 years related experience

Associate degree + 1 year or 3 years related experience

Job description

United Indian Health Services in Klamath, CA seeks a Community Health Representative to assist clients with basic healthcare services, education, and access to resources within tribal communities. The role emphasizes building trust, coordinating care, and supporting health initiatives in partnership with UIHS staff.

Primary duties include home visits, medication delivery, transportation coordination, and documentation in the EHR.