R-ICMS Community Health Worker

Special Service For Groups, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Special Service for Groups, Inc. is seeking an R-ICMS Community Health Worker in Los Angeles, CA, to support the HOPICS division. The role focuses on connecting clients with community resources and providing peer support within diverse settings including shelters and outreach sites.

Experience with homelessness or incarceration and navigating service systems is valued. The position offers full-time hours and requires flexible scheduling, with a focus on privacy and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Valid CA Class C driver license or access to reliable transportation to carry out job-related essential functions.
• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet.
• If in recovery, a minimum of three (3) years of being drug and alcohol free is required.
• Neat and professional appearance.
• Attention to detail and punctuality are required; Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally required.
• TB test, CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of community resources in area of residence.
• Comfortable working with diverse populations including LGBT, formerly incarcerated and mentally ill individuals.
• Exceptional ability to connect and engage with people.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented, organized and possess time management skills.
• Able to work flexible job hours.
• Willingness to work in various environments, including jail settings, street outreach, home visits, homeless encampment.
• Maintain files/records on client services in compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2 and other funding requirements for audit purposes.

Skills

Driver license

Bilingual Spanish

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree desired

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Internet

CPR certification

Job description

Job Description

Title: R-ICMS Community Health Worker Division: HOPICS

Special Service for Groups Inc.

FLSA: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Pay Range or Rate: $23.00-$26.00 per hour

Supervisor: R-ICMS Program Manager

Summary

The knowledge and skills needed for the Community Health Worker position are typically gained through a combination of lived experience with homelessness or incarceration and navigating associated service delivery systems. For example: parole, probation, community clinics and six months experience providing peer support and mentorship to individuals.

Essential Functions

• Knowledge of community resources in area of residence
• Comfortable working with diverse populations including LGBT, formerly incarcerated and mentally ill individuals
• Exceptional ability to connect and engage with people
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Detail oriented, organized and possess time management skills
• Able to work flexible job hours
• Willingness to work in various environments, including jail settings, street outreach, home visits, homeless encampment
• A history of incarceration or homelessness is desirable
• Prior experience working with currently and formerly incarcerated individuals, and/or homeless individuals is desirable
• Prior experience as a health navigator, peer support worker, outreach worker or Promotora is desirableAbility to speak Spanish, or other languages is desirable
• Attendance in all mandatory program and division meetings and trainings, as assigned by his/her supervisor and division director.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries; and adhere to SSG's Code of Ethics and HOPICS Core Values.
• Represent the Agency in a professional manner at meetings and community events.
• Maintain files/records on client services in compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2 and other funding requirements for audit purposes.
• Regular attendance required.
• Other duties as needed.

Secondary Functions

Perform other duties as assigned. Overtime, holiday, or weekend work may be required.

Mini Mum Qualifications - Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Valid CA Class C Driver License or access to reliable transportation to carry out job-related essential functions
• High school diploma or GED. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet.
• If in recovery, a minimum of three (3) years of being drug and alcohol free is required.
• Neat and professional appearance.
• Attention to detail and punctuality are required; Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally required.
• TB test, CPR and First Aid certification required.

Required Key Competencies

• Communication skills
• Information gathering and monitoring skills
• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
• Judgment and decision-making ability
• Initiative
• Confidentiality
• Team member
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Adaptability

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)

This position is responsible to work in client friendly environments and may be required to visit other shelters and partner agencies. There is some responsibility to work in noisy environments where children and unstable adults are few to talk loud and expressive.

Physical Requirements

The staff typically spends time sitting, standing, walking, reading, thinking, note taking, and driving.

Mental Requirements

This position will require the individual be able to handle any/all the following: constant distractions, interruptions, uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules to be able to process information, think and conceptualize.