Part Time Community Health Technician

Macomb County; Michigan; On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Macomb County Health Department in Clinton Township is seeking a Part-Time Community Health Technician to verify eligibility for the WIC program, perform basic health screenings, and maintain medical records.

The role includes data entry, scheduling, client training on benefits, and liaison with the community; 20 hours per week, non-exempt with probation, starting as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of healthcare/public health experience.
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license, operable automobile and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Verify eligibility and register new clients in EMR.
• Perform anthropometric and hematologic assessments; maintain equipment and supplies.
• Maintain records; complete/dispense program forms and benefits relevant to the program.
• Answer phones; schedule and follow up with clients.
• Inventory and maintain supply/equipment levels.
• Assist data collection; complete activity reports; QA/QI participation.
• Distribute program materials and outreach information for the Macomb County Health Department.
• Retrieve lab reports and document information.
• Enter information into records and forms.
• Produce forms, receipts and correspondence per procedures.
• Perform related duties as required.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

## Part Time Community Health TechnicianApplylocations: VerKuilentime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: July 20, 2026 (11 days left to apply)job requisition id: R26000303**CLASSIFICATION TITLE:**Part Time Community Health Technician**SALARY:**$21.19 - $27.41**DEPARTMENT:**Health Department**Opening Date:**07/06/2026**Closing Date:**07/20/2026 12:00 a.m.***This position is located in the WIC program of the health department located in Clinton Twp*****FLSA STATUS:** Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Human Resources and Labor Relations policy**EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP:** Just cause subject to probationary period**CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME:** Part-time (20 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is varies based on availability**GENERAL SUMMARY:**Verifies eligibility for the program using both income screening and health screening techniques. Enters data and maintains accurate medical records and charts for individuals. Schedules appointments for all clients and assist with any questions or concerns. Provides training to clients in regards to using the program and accessing their benefits, education opportunities and referrals. Considered essential personnel for public health emergency response.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**Verifies applicant program eligibility, registers new clients, and maintains existing clients using electronic medical record.Performs anthropometric and hematologic assessments and maintains equipment and supplies.Maintains accurate records and completes and/or dispenses forms and benefits relevant to the program and necessary for the delivery of services.Answers phones, schedules appointments, and conducts follow up on clients.Inventories and maintains supply and equipment levels.Assists in the collection of data, completes activity reports, and participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.Gathers and distributes program materials and current events pertaining to the Macomb County Health Department and community outreach.Retrieves lab reports and documents information.Enters information on records and forms.Produces, electronically and manually, a variety of materials, including forms, receipts and other correspondence according to established procedures or specific instructions.Performs related work as required.**QUALIFICATIONS****Required Education and Experience*** High school diploma (or GED)* One (1) to three (3) years of experience in Healthcare or Public Health**Required Licenses or Certifications*** Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license, operable automobile and insurance**COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES****Knowledge of:*** Laboratory techniques* Performance Management Quality Improvement process* Department/county policies and procedures* Department services and other resources in the county* Applicable software applications* Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping and recordkeeping* Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment**Skill in:*** Organization* Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships* Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature* Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios**Ability to:*** Use and maintain applicable equipment and supplies* Effectively speak, write and understand the English language* Meet schedules and deadlines of the work* Understand and carry out oral and written directions* Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files* Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries**WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:***The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.***N/S**=Never/Seldom **O**=Occasionally **F/C**= Frequently/Continuously**Work Environment**Office or similar indoor environment: **F/C**Outdoor environment: **O**Street environment (near moving traffic): **N/S**Construction site: **N/S**Confined space: **N/S****Exposures**Individuals who are hostile or irate: **O**Individuals with known violent backgrounds: **N/S**Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): **N/S**Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): **N/S**Communicable diseases: **O**Moving mechanical parts: **N/S**Fumes or airborne particles: **N/S**Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: **N/S**Loud noises (85+ decibels): **O**Blood Borne Pathogens: **N/S****PHYSICAL DEMANDS***The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.***N/S**=Never/Seldom **O**=Occasionally **F/C**= Frequently/Continuously**Demand****:**Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: **O**Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): **F/C**Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: **N/S**Crawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: **N/S**Digging: **N/S**Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: **O**Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: **O**Kneeling to work at low levels: **O**Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): **F/C**Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below):More than 34 pounds: **O**Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: **O**Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): **O**Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: **F/C**Standing in an upright position without movement: **F/C**Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: **F/C**Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: **N/S****GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS**Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.