Diabetes Outreach Worker

Eastern Shoshone Tribe; Fort Washakie (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eastern Shoshone Tribe is seeking a Diabetes Outreach Worker to enroll patients with diabetes and at‑risk individuals in Diabetes Self‑Management Education (DSME) programs. You will facilitate classes, assist with home visits, transportation, and coordinating care with Tribal Health services.

Responsibilities include conducting screenings, collecting health data, providing prevention presentations, and maintaining program records under the Community Health Coordinator’s guidance.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, planning, problem solving and computer skills.
• Ability to work with a team and with community members of all ages.
• Knowledge of disease prevention, intervention and health education with HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and collect data for screenings, home visits, and self-management classes.
• Collect data for prevention, BMIs, and physical activities.
• Conduct prevention presentations.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other programs for diabetes prevention events.
• Work under supervision of the Community Health Coordinator and assist co-workers as needed.
• Maintain CHR and Diabetes Program files and submit monthly reports.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

HIPAA compliance

Data collection

Education

CNA certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Diabetes Outreach Worker will conduct outreach services to enroll patients who are diagnosed with diabetes. Providing services to individuals who are at-risk of diabetes, and/or family members to participate in Diabetes Self-Management Education classes and follow-up activities, as well as arranging and serving as the facilitator for the DSME classes and assisting with home visits, appointments, transportation, and other support to assist people with diabetes to obtain services.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct and collect data for screenings, home visits, and self-management classes.
• Collect data for prevention, BMIs, and physical activities.
• Conduct prevention presentations.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other programs to establish events for youth and adults involved in diabetes prevention and how to obtain a healthy lifestyle.
• Will be under the direct supervision and support of the Community Health Coordinator.
• Will assist other co-workers if necessary.
• Maintain files for CHR and Diabetes Program.
• Submit PCCs and Monthly reports as required.
• Will transport clients for medical appointments for all departments under Tribal Health when necessary.
• Clean and maintain GSA/Tribal Vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned by Community Health Coordinator and Tribal health Director.

Qualifications

• Excellent Communication, Planning, Problem solving and computer skills.
• Must have the ability to work with a team and work with community members of all ages.
• Knowledge of disease prevention, intervention and health education and must comply with HIPAA and patient confidentiality.
• Prefer two years' experience in health or a health-related field and/or a CNA certification and high school diploma or GED.
• CPR and First Aid certified within 90 days of employment.
• Must submit current driving report from DMV upon application submission.
• Ability to maintain dependable attendance and reliability.
• Applicants must submit copy of Tribal Enrollment card or CIB for Indian Preference.
• Veterans who meet the minimum qualifications and provide documentation of an honorable discharge (DD214) from any branch of military service are entitled to receive preference points during the interview process.
• Applicants being considered for employment will be required to pass an alcohol and drug test and a background check. Refusal to take the test or testing positive will render the applicant ineligible for employment with the Eastern Shoshone Tribe for 60 days.
• MUST COMPLY WITH HIPPAA PRIVACY RULE AD MUST MAINTAIN STRICT CONFIDENTIALITY OF ALL INFORMATION PROCESSED THROUGH THE HUMAN RESOURCE EPARTMENT INCLUDING RECORDS, REPORTS, DOCUMENTS, CONVERSATIONS. ETC. A breach of confidentiality will subject to appropriate disciplinary.

EEO and Diversity

Preference will be given to a qualified Eastern Shoshone tribal member, then other qualified federally recognized Indian tribal members and then other qualified candidates.