Community Health Worker

Full Time
Southfield, MI
Posted
Job description

Job Summary

Counties covered: Huron, Tuscola, Sanilac, Lapeer, St. Clair, Macomb, and Oakland

Provides peer support and role modeling related to the improvement of life skills and health/wellness to individuals and their families during personal interactions including home visits, telephone calls, etc. Instructs individuals and their families about wellness, chronic disease prevention and self-management. Assists clients and their families with accessing appropriate community resources. Assists with the coordination of group support programs and provides ongoing contact. Cultural competency and shared-life experiences with client population is preferred. Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive to and from appointments.

Essential Functions

  • Participates in community events and activities that promote the awareness of health maintenance and disease prevention.
  • Conducts home visits to determine client and family needs. Assists with the development and implementation of care plans to meet identified needs and provides program services. Follows up with clients, families, and community agencies to evaluate effectiveness of services provided and to develop a proactive plan for future needs.
  • Assists clients with arranging and keeping medical appointments. Assists clients in accessing community resources such as food, clothing, shelter, and medical insurance. Mentors, empowers and advocates for clients and families to help them increase independence and skills.
  • Refers patients with social, emotional, and other challenges to appropriate service agencies for assistance.
  • Communicates and collaborates with the clients and their families, program staff, and other professionals involved in the care of clients to coordinate services and to facilitate a supportive relationship between the client and their health care provicer(s). Serves as a resource to program staff about situational and cultural factors impacting the client, family, and environment. Teaches clients and families about wellness, disease prevention, and self-management.
  • Documents services including assessments, plans, and periodic evaluations of goals, education, and other pertinent program data. Documents trends and changes in the health of the community and provides input into program development and evaluation.
  • Coordinates group meetings under the direction of the Program Supervisor. Collects and documents program data and other necessary evaluation data to ensure timelines and accuracy. Discusses trends, challenges, and other issues regarding data collection with the Program Supervisor.
  • Extensive driving, 50% of the time on the road, with mileage paid

Qualifications
  • Required High School Diploma or equivalent and successful completion of the paraprofessional CHW Training Program (Completion within 180 days from hire date)
  • Preferred Associate's Degree or equivalent
  • 3 years of relevant outreach work experience preferred
  • Knowledge and use of community resources; social, health and public agencies and services. Preferred
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association WITHIN 60 DAYS United/Kelsey Lifestyles; WITHIN 90 DAYS Healthier Communities 60 Days required Or
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross WITHIN 60 DAYS United/Kelsey Lifestyles; WITHIN 90 DAYS Healthier Communities 60 Days required
  • LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
  • In order for me to qualify for consideration for a position that involves driving, I understand that I shall have and maintain a valid Michigan Operators license as required by law, be insurable, shall abide by all state and local traffic laws and shall be subject to the following minimum additional standards:
    • License shall not have been suspended, revoked or restricted within the last three (3) years.
    • No more than two (2) moving violations within the last three (3) years.
    • No more than seven (7) points within the last the last three (3) years.
    • No more than (1) accident (at fault with ticket issued) within the last three (3) years.
    • No violations in the previous three (3) years for any of the following:
    o Driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance
    o Leaving the scene of an accident
    o Reckless driving
    o Careless driving
    o Driving on a suspended license
    o Manslaughter, negligent homicide or a felony resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle.
    o Failing to stop and disclose identity at the scene of an accident when required by law.
    o Fleeing or eluding a police officer.
    Further, I agree while working in a position that requires the operation of a motor vehicle to report to the Human Resources department all points assessed to my driving record (whether the result of a civil infraction or a criminal conviction) within 5 days of the court’s finding or my admission of responsibility. I shall be required to report any criminal conviction for a drug-related offense within 5 days of the court’s determination or a plea of guilty or no contest. Further, I shall provide the Human Resources department with any consent needed to obtain information concerning my driving record or conviction records. I authorize Spectrum Health to verify my driving record on an annual basis.

Primary Location

SITE - 25800 Northwestern Highway Suite 700 - Southfield

Department Name

PH - Care Management - DSNP

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8: 00 am - 5:00 pm

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Spectrum Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors and community. That is why we require a drug-free workplace and various vaccinations as a requirement for employment.

Spectrum Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447. We are committed to granting reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.

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