Community Health Worker

Northern Valley Indian Health; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision package

Company-paid life insurance & LTD

Generous PTO & paid holidays

Retirement plan participation

Job summary

Northern Valley Indian Health in California is seeking a Community Health and Outreach Worker (CH/ORW) for Chico. This entry-level role focuses on identifying community strengths and needs, educating individuals and families, and coordinating resources to promote health and well-being.

You will work under the Community Health and Outreach Director to educate, coordinate care, and connect patients with services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency / GED.
• Prior experience in a health or service-related field preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to speak publicly, such as conducting health groups.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to engage in culturally sensitive manner with our Native communities.
• Able to effectively work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to travel for training and maintain a valid California driver’s license and insurability with the agency auto-policies along with maintaining reliable transportation.
• Able and willing to learn and utilize health information and skills.
• Basic computer skills required; internet browsing/researching, typing, email, etc.
• Child Passenger Safety Seat Tech certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Outreach to the Native American population in an assigned service area to educate them of Northern Valley Indian Health’s services.
• Participate in the overall Community Health and Outreach Program under the direction and guidance of the Community Health and Outreach Director(s).
• Provide care coordination services to the service area by: Assisting patients in identifying service needs and appropriate resources; Making appropriate in-house or out-of-agency referrals; Assisting eligible patients in securing available financial assistance for health-care related expenses.
• Providing health education, coaching, support, and services focused on general health maintenance and promotion.
• Support department with networking activity by proactively partnering with CH/ORR’s to participate in community activities or events.
• Provide transportation and/or delivery of emergency food in situations of urgent need per NVIH procedures.
• Participate and support vaccine clinics on site and off site with a variety of duties including but not limited to administering vaccines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Public speaking

Culturally sensitive

Independent work

CA Driver's license

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

At Northern Valley Indian Health, our message has always been clear. YourHealth Is Our Mission.

At NVIH we have a culture based around prioritizing the health andwell-being of not just our patients and community members but ouremployees as well. From comprehensive insurance coverage, extensive paidtime off, and numerous supplemental benefits, NVIH has consistentlyshown employees how we value their personal and professional well-being. We are a growing organization but will always remain firm in ourcommitment to employee health and well-being. We understand that choosing your next employer is an important decision and you may need more information; if so please give our recruiting team a call at (530)-433-2600 (extension 1100).

• Salary : $21.00 USD per hour - $26.00 USD per hour

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY : The primary goal of the NVIH Community Health and Outreach Worker (CH/ORW) position is to identify individuals, families and communities’ strengths and needs. The CH/ORW supports individuals, families and communities in developing and meeting health enhancement goals. This is done in part by presenting resource options, providing health education and supporting decisions that promote well-being. The CH/ORW is a health advocate for the Native American in coordination with other related departments of Northern Valley Indian Health and community agencies. CH/ORW’s receive training in a wide variety of health topics to be able to provide basic health teaching and coaching. Their services are individual, family, and community focused and related to all ages. This is an entry level position to which incumbents are expected to progress in their learning and training to become a Community Health and Outreach Representative (CH/ORR).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined below may include any of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list, but rather to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) will be required to perform a variety of duties listed, including but not limited to:

• Outreach to the Native American population in an assigned service area to educate them of Northern Valley Indian Health’s services.
• Participate in the overall Community Health and Outreach Program under the direction and guidance of the Community Health and Outreach Director(s).
• Provide care coordination services to the service area by:
  • Assisting patients in identifying service needs and appropriate resources.
  • Making appropriate in-house or out-of-agency referrals.
  • Assisting eligible patients in securing available financial assistance for health-care related expenses.
• Providing health education, coaching, support, and services focused on general health maintenance and promotion.
• Support department with networking activity by proactively partnering with CH/ORR’s to participate in community activities or events.
• Provide transportation and/or delivery of emergency food in situations of urgent need per NVIH procedures.
• Participate and support vaccine clinics on site and off site with a variety of duties including but not limited to administering vaccines.
• Other duties as assigned.

All NVIH employees are expected to:

• Provide the highest possible level of service to patients;
• Promote teamwork and cooperative effort among employees;
• Maintain safe practices; and
• Abide by the NVIH’s policies and procedures as they may from time to time be updated.

Experience and Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalency / GED.
• Prior experience in a health or service-related field preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to speak publicly, such as conducting health groups.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to engage in culturally sensitive manner with our Native communities.
• Able to effectively work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to travel for training and maintain a valid California driver’s license and insurability with the agency auto-policies along with maintaining reliable transportation.
• Able and willing to learn and utilize health information and skills.
• Basic computer skills required; internet browsing/researching, typing, email, etc.
• Child Passenger Safety Seat Tech certification preferred.

Native Preference. Preference in filling vacancies will be given to qualified Native applicants in accordance with Native Preference in hiring practices. In other than the above, Northern Valley Indian Health, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer.

Medical, dental, and vision package; company-paid life insurance & long term disability (LTD); generous PTO package; paid holiday; retirement plan participation opportunity.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that all statements made in connection with this application and attachments are complete and true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that supplying false or misleading information is grounds for disqualification from further consideration for employment, or for termination if discovered at a later date. I authorize investigation of all statements contained herein. I further authorize the references and employers listed above or on any of the attached documents to give you any and all pertinent information concerning my previous employment, education and licensure. I release all parties from liability for any damage that may result from furnishing the same to you. Employment with Northern Valley Indian Health is voluntarily entered into. All NVIH personnel are employed on an at-will basis. At-will employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice at anytime by the employee or by NVIH. No manager, supervisor, or employee of the organization has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will terms.

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?*

• Yes
• No

Northern Valley Indian Health is required to collect and maintain summary information on the gender, ethnic background, and veteran status of applicants. Providing the requested information is VOLUNTARY and will have no bearing on your consideration for employment at NVIH. This information is confidential and will be used for statistical purposes only.

NVIH, under the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code Sections 472 & 473), provides preference in filling vacancies to Native American applicants. In other than the preceding, NVIH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national original, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, NVIH prohibits discrimination on the basis of creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, in accordance with applicable state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.