Health Assistant

Central City Concern; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 69,629,000 - 95,220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401(k) with employer match

Sabbatical program

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Central City Concern seeks a Health Assistant to join the Old Town Clinic team in Portland. You will support a multi-disciplinary primary care team serving homeless and low-income patients, ensuring timely communication, documentation and outreach tied to health services.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s in health or social preferred), CPR certification, and ability to pass required screenings. Spanish fluency is a plus and union protections apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in health or social preferred.
• Experience with homeless, low-income populations or vulnerable groups.
• Spanish language fluency preferred.
• Must have CPR certification before start date.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, TB test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Receive, document and direct patient calls according to clinic protocols.
• Electronically file and index clinical information in EMR.
• Assist Care Team Managers and providers with health services.
• Provide follow-up contact to patients identified by CTM or care team members.
• Participate in outreach to engage patients for preventive services and chronic disease management.
• Provide educational information to patients about available services.
• Coordinate services with care team and client’s support network.
• Maintain client records per program standards and funding requirements.
• Attend mandatory CCC trainings and comply with privacy regulations.

Skills

Communication

Spanish (fluency)

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in health or social

Job description

Job Category: Healthcare - Client Services

Requisition Number: HEALT008469

• Posted : September 29, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Portland, OR 97209, USA

Description

The Health Assistant (HA) works as a member of a multi-disciplinary primary care team providing integrated primary care services to homeless and low-income patients seen at Old Town Clinic. The Care Team is responsible for proactively managing the healthcare needs of the patients on their assigned panel, including behavioral and medical health needs. The HA is responsible for providing support to the Care Team Managers ( CT M) and providers on each primary care team.

Program: Old Town Clinicis a health clinic providing treatment for acute and chronic health concerns, primary care, mental health support, care for substance use disorders and an on-site pharmacy. Old Town Clinic is adjoined to the Old Town Recovery Center and the Richard Harris Building (8x8) . The clinic opened in 1986 and became a part of CCC in 2001

Company: Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. We hire people that are skilled and passionate to meet our mission to end homelessness through outcome-based strategies which support personal and community transformation.

Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (Saturday & Sunday Off)

Location: Old Town Clinic, 727 W Burnside St. Portland

Compensation: $24.30/hr - $33.25/hr, Final comp will be determined based on relevant experience, education, credentials/licensure, and internal equity. External candidates: Offer max is $28.20/hr per our Union contract.

AFSCME Union:

This role is a Union Represented position through; American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). You can find more information about your representation here www.afscme.org

This position could be subject to Recall Rights: This applies to employees who were
previously laid off from a CCC union-represented position. The previous employee may have
recall rights to be considered for rehire before internal or external candidates are
considered.

Seniority Bid Window: Opens: 9/18/26 Closes: 9/28/26

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required. PreferBachelor’sDegree or higher in health or social.
• Experience working with homeless, low-income, or other vulnerable populations in a supportive roleor in a clinical setting.
• Spanish language fluency preferred.
• Has the competencies necessary to:
  • Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
  • Understand healthcare related terminology;
  • Provide outreach, engagement and supportive services
• Ability to adhere to Central City Concern’s drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Ace of 1988.An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
• Must have current CPR certificationbefore start date.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and background check.This includes clearance by the DHS background check unit.
• Mustgenerally havethe ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects and climb stairs, with reasonable or no accommodation.
• Must adhere to agency’s non-discrimination policies.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, life-styles and sexual orientations, and treat individuals with respect and dignity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, document and direct patient telephone calls in a complete and timely manner according to clinic protocols.
• Electronically file and index clinical information into the patient’s chart in EMR.
• Obtains, processes, and documents all necessary information and paperwork required toassist theCare TeamManagers (CTM)and providersin the provision of health services to Old Town Clinic patients.
• Provide follow up contact in person or by phone to patients identified byCTM or other care team members for support and management of health related issues.
• Participate in Outreach activities necessary to offer services and engage participation in a non-coercive manner. This includes outreach to patients who are due for routine preventive services, patients needing follow up for chronic disease management, and patients who have no-showed for appointments.
• Provide educational information and materials to patients regarding available services in the community and how to appropriately access them.
• Coordinate services with all members of the care team and the client’s support network.
• Maintain client records as required by program standards and funding requirements.
• Participate in training opportunities to advance skills and knowledge inprimary care,addictions and mental health.
• Works within scope of training and experience and seeks consultation when appropriate.
• Attend all mandatory CCC trainings in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all state and federal privacy and security regulations applicable to the program, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. This includes immediately reporting any breach of protected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department, as well as to your supervisor or their designee.
• Perform other duties as assignedordelegated by Care Team Manager.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates basic knowledge and skills in engaging and supporting individuals and groups.
• Ability to work effectively with peers, individual clients and groups.
• Ability to work as a team member and to establish priorities.
• Ability to apply principles learned to new situations.
• Ability to learn new skills.
• Ability to display a non-judgmental attitude.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community and social service agencies.
• Basic knowledge of healthy behaviors and the health care system
• Sufficient manual dexterity and physical ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work in an environment where people may be hostile or abusive.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work courteously and effectively communicate with the general public, clients, medical personnel, corrections personnel, police, and co-workers.
• Ability to maintain accurate records (paper and electronic) and appropriately complete and route necessary paperwork.
• Knowledge of de-escalation methods or ability to be trained in de-escalation methods.

Benefits at Central City Concern offered to our employees!

Central City Concern offers incredible benefits to our employees. We offer an extensive total rewards package includes base wages, medical, dental, vision, and voluntary plans. Central City Concern also takes employees’ financial wellness into consideration and provides a rich retirement match.

• Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks of PTO accrual per year! Accrual amount/rate increases with longevity.
• Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer match of 4.25% in your 1st year, 6% in the 2ndyear, and 8% in your 3rdyear!
• Up to 11 recognized Holidays and 2 personal holidays. (dependent on work shift schedule).
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage.
• Employer Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, AND Long-Term Disability Insurance!
• Sabbatical Program offering extended time off at years 7, 14, and 21.

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position.

As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, and pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.

Central City Concern is a second-chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding the consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this particular job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.

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