Community Health Worker - Employment

Aspire Indiana Health; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Medical (PPO and HSA Plans)

Employee Wellness Program

Paid-Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Plan with employer match

Group Dental and Vision Plans

Job summary

A nonprofit health provider in Indiana is seeking a Community Health Worker to improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations. The role involves developing employment plans, coaching patients, and coordinating community resources. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and advocacy strategies. This position offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor's preferred.
• OBHP certification and 1 year of experience preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Gather information regarding patient strengths and employment goals.
• Develop and implement patient-centered employment plans.
• Coach patients on resume and interview skills.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Communication skills

Knowledge of disability strategies

Coaching skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field

Job description

Overview

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Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive “whole health” services including primary medical care, behavioral health, recovery services and programs addressing the social drivers of health such as housing and employment. Aspire has health centers in four Central Indiana counties serving Hoosiers of all ages and walks of life.

Position Summary

Community Health Worker (CHWs) are flexible members of a health care team who work with vulnerable populations to improve health outcomes. The goal of the CHW is to improve the health of the community by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support, and advocacy.

• Gather the necessary information concerning the patient's strengths, skills and abilities in order to assist the patient in developing a specific employment related goal(s) or outcome(s)
• Develop and implement patient centered employment plan with the direction for the patient toward the achievement of the proposed goal(s) or outcome(s)
• Develop resumes and interview skills with patients.
• Knowledgeable of disability related information and strategies in employment advocacy
• Provide coaching services for development of patient job skills, as well as life skills, as needed
• Coordinate the linkage of community resources on behalf of the patient
• Network with businesses to develop job opportunities for patient, sustain partnership and relations with employers
• Maintaining contact with patients by conducting home visits and making telephone calls
• Building trusting relationships through active listening
• Assessing health and social needs as identified by patient priorities
• Promoting a medical home model where CHW, healthcare team and other resources interact to meet the patient’s needs for services and education

Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related human service field from a college/university accredited by the US Department of Education preferred
• OBHP and 1 year of experience preferred
• Must possess/maintain a valid driver's license, current automobile insurance and a driving record that meets the guidelines and requirements of the organization
• Must have reliable transportation and utilize personal vehicle to transport self/others and to attend trainings and/or meetings

Certification

• Achieve and maintain CHW certification within 12 months of hire

Benefits

Aspire prioritizes a work culture that takes care of employees not only at work but in their personal lives as well. The following are offered to eligible employees:

• Group Medical (PPO and HSA Plans)
• Affordable visits, labs, and prescriptions through Aspire Indiana Health clinics
• Health Savings Account
• Group Dental and Vision Plans
• Prescription coverage, including low copays on all covered medications through select pharmacy locations
• Employee Wellness Program
• Group Life, AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Paid-Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Bereavement
• Retirement Plan with generous employer match - Up to 6% match
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Your Money Line Financial Wellness Program
• Eligibility dependent on full time or part time status. Not all benefits are offered to part time or temporary employees.

Learn more

Learn more about us at Aspireindiana.org, and see our Core Values, benefits and current job listings on our Careers page. Or check out our Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube pages.

Other requirements

Drug screen, TB test and extensive background checks (including Criminal History, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Education Verification, and Professional References) are required of all Aspire employees.

All individuals who join Aspire are strongly encouraged to have a flu shot and required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to joining Aspire to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to CDC protocols including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Aspire Indiana Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.