COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER (ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER) - RANGE 14 / AMEA

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Anchorage Health Department seeks a Community Health Worker to bridge clinical, behavioral, and social services and to support better health outcomes for residents. The role includes outreach, education and care coordination to address barriers to care and connect people with housing, transportation, and essential services.

The CHW will work with a multidisciplinary team, focusing on vulnerable communities with culturally responsive care related to infectious disease prevention, reproductive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline.
• Two years of experience in the field related to the position.
• Associate’s degree plus four years of experience in the field.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus six years of experience in the field.
• A valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• The Community Health Worker provides administrative support for bridging clinical, behavioral, and social services to support better health outcomes.
• Performs community-based outreach, education, and care coordination to address gaps in access to care and connect clients with essential services.
• Focuses on vulnerable communities with culturally responsive services for communicable disease prevention, reproductive health, and substance use including OUD.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic health record software

Job description

Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

DEPARTMENT:

Anchorage Health Department

HOURS OF WORK:

Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION:

825 L. Street Anchorage AK 99501

Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Example of Duties

The Community Health Worker (CHW) provides administrative support for the Anchorage Health Department in support of bridging clinical, behavioral, and social services to support community members in achieving better health outcomes. This position provides community-based outreach, education, and care coordination to improve individual and population health outcomes, addresses gaps in access to care, connects clients with essential services like housing and transportation, and improves local understanding of public health barriers through data collection and community engagement. The CHW focuses on vulnerable and underserved communities, offering culturally responsive services related to communicable disease prevention, reproductive health, and substance use, including opioid use disorder (OUD). Under the direction of the Sexual Clinic Program Manager, the CHW will have a defined focus on supporting individuals and families affected by OUD consistent with allowable uses under the National Opioid Settlement Agreement. The CHW supports and promotes targeted efforts such as overdose prevention education, naloxone distribution, and navigation to medication-assisted treatment and recovery support. The CHW assists a multidisciplinary team of Public Health Nurses, physicians and support staff; coordinates with partner agencies; participates in disease investigations; and utilizes an electronic health record. Performs other duties as assigned.

The Anchorage Health Department (AHD) engages in the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (AHD) emergency responses and the federal Incident Command System (ICS). This includes training exercises as part of the AHD's Crisis Health Action Team (CHAT) and municipal Emergency Operations Center (EOC). In the case of a natural or manmade disaster, AHD employees may be called to engage in emergency operations responses and recovery.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline

and

two

(2)

years of experience in the field related to the position

OR

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline

and

four

(4)

years of experience in the field related to the position.

OR

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

and

six

(6)

years of experience in the field related to the position.

A valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record

at time of hire

Preferences:

Certification in Public Health (CPH)

Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)

Degree in Health Sciences

Certification in Medical Assisting (CMA) or Nursing Assisting (CNA).

American Red Cross/American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR), Basic Life Support (BLS) or equivalent

Preferred experience with local, state and federal grant awards.

Computer, shredder, calculator, fax machine, copier, computer software including Microsoft Office, and electronic health record software.

Additional Important Information

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to

http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify.

E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the

MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.

All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title