Community Health Worker

Paycom; Lemoore (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(B) matching

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay

Job summary

Aria Community Health Center in California is seeking a Community Health Worker to educate community members about health and wellness, and to support disease prevention efforts within rural communities.

You will organize events, provide referrals to local services, advocate for patients, and collaborate with providers while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Travel to off-site locations is required, and bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Associate degree in business administration or related field preferred.
• Fluency in English and Spanish highly preferred.
• Experience in a community-based or multi-cultural setting.
• Experience with EHR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educate community members about health and wellness issues.
• Organize events and community outreach activities.
• Provide referrals to community services.
• Advocate for patients and liaise with service agencies.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Travel to off-site locations as needed.
• Collaborate with ACHC healthcare team and stakeholders.

Skills

Verbal & Written

Bilingual English/Spanish

Community outreach

Multicultural communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in business administration or related field preferred

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Record)

Job description

ACHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center and licensed primary care clinic. We provide Family Medicine and Dental Care, with additional specialists in Behavioral Health, Chiropractic, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Pediatrics, Podiatry and Optometry. ACHC Clinics are located across Fresno, Kings and Tulare counties.The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for educating members of the community about health and wellness issues and practices. In this position, you may provide literature, organize events, or communicate directly with community members to teach them about disease prevention, how to access medical care, and how to develop healthy habits. In addition to providing health information to the population, you may work with ACHC healthcare team, community stakeholders, and other health outreach workers to develop a plan for outreach programs and campaigns.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for establishing trusting relationships with community members within the rural communities while providing general support and encouragement.Follow up with community members with identified resources and/or education materials.Participate in community outreach events hosted by ACHC and/or invited to.Provide referrals for services to community agencies as appropriate.Effectively communicate ACHC’s mission to community members.Knowledgeable about community resources appropriate to the needs of patients/families.Act as a patient advocate and liaison between the patient/family and community service agencies.Attend regular staff meetings, training courses and other meetings, as requested.Maintain HIPAA compliance at all times.Drive to other sites and locations frequently.Maintain a strong level of confidentiality due to the sensitivity of materials and information handled.Act in a professional manner and consistently demonstrate and promote the values of respect, honesty, and dignity for the patient, families, and all members of the healthcare team.Maintain excellent working relations with patients, visitors and staff.Other duties as assigned.EXPERIENCEExperience working in a multi-cultural setting.Experience working in a community-based setting for at least 1 to 2 years preferred.Previous Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience preferred.ESSENTIAL SKILLS and ABILITIESAbility to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other computer-based platforms.Understand the community served and how this position connects to the community.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including, but not limited to in-person, texting, telephone and email.Ability and willingness to provide emotional support, encouragement and motivation to patients.Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given.Ability to prioritize and perform functions with minimal supervision.Ability to work with diverse populations.Ability to drive to off-site locations.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, resulting in a high-level of accuracy.Ability to listen to and comprehend communication from community partners, staff, clients, community members, and others.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:High school graduate or equivalent required; associate’s degree in business administration or related field preferred.OTHER REQUIREMENTSRequired: Valid, properly classed driver license with a safe driving record.Due to insurance and regulatory requirements, employee must be 21 years of age or older.Position requires night and weekend work, up to 20% of the full-time employee position.Written and oral fluency in both English and Spanish is highly preferred.BENEFITS403(B) matchingMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsurancePaid HolidaysVacation PaySick PayPHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTSThe physical and cognitive demands listed below represent essential functions of this position and are required with or without reasonable accommodation:Hearing: Sufficient to engage with patients and staff in person and by telephone.Speaking: Clear verbal communication to convey medical and operational information.Vision: Visual acuity adequate for reading printed materials and viewing electronic screens.Cognitive Abilities: Aptitude to complete tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision-making, problem-solving, and comprehending.Motor Function & Mobility:Ability to move within the work environment to complete tasks and interact with others.Occasional lifting and carrying of items up to 20 pounds without assistance.Frequent standing, sitting, bending, reaching, and other movements typical of a standard workday.Regular use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, operating tools or equipment, and handling materials.Some pushing and pulling required during daily tasks.Aria Community Health Center participates in E-Verify.Aria Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.