Community Health Worker - Care Transformation - FT - Day

Position Status Full time Shift First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America) Hours Per Week 40 Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for outreaching to members of the community to provide public health services to individuals in a variety of settings, including clinic sites and / or community settings. As a CHW you will educate and guide patients through the medical system and navigate and access community services, other resources, and adopt healthy behaviors. CHWs take a dedicated approach to building trusting relationships while providing confidential, culturally sensitive and compassionate care. The CHW provides valuable support to individuals helping them to navigate the health system by partnering with them to maintain scheduled appointments, coordinate care within the inter-disciplinary team and facilitating resource referrals Experience Qualifications 1 year Healthcare related field experience Required Skills And Abilities Understanding of community health care systems and resources, data analysis methods; organizational and interpersonal skills and excellent skills in working with the cultural diversity of the community.Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the service population and program operations.Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers, and professionals.Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with patients, colleagues, community leadersKnowledge of prenatal care, breastfeeding, infant and child development. General understanding of medical terminologyExcellent time management skills, organizational skills, change oriented, Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple cases. Licenses and Certifications Community Health Worker Certification Preferred orDoula Certification Preferred What you will do Provide coordination of care to patients and their families.Provide education and support to patients and their familiesProvide social determinants of health screenings, referrals for services and appropriate follow upBuild and establish trusting relationships with patients, healthcare providers, agencies and other resources to best connect patients and their families to helpful services.Assist families with enrollment into other programs and resources, such as KanCare, Medication Assistance Programs, Transportation assistanceFollow up with patients regarding appointments/referrals, identifying barriers to care and assisting in solving those barriersSend referrals to RN Care Manager or Social Worker for individuals and/or families who need further assistance with medical and social resources.Document all appointments, referrals, and encounters, etc. in the appropriate data system/electronic medical records relevant to individual patientsNetwork with other agencies, programs and partners to ensure they understand services and support available to local families.Understand local programming and services available to families, along with being familiar with agencies and healthcare offices’ referral process.Participate in program activities available to families, some nights and weekends.Attend meetings, webinars and trainings as needed.Keep patient’s medical and social information confidential. Complies with Stormont Vail Health policies and standardsOther duties as assigned Travel Requirements 50% Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability Hybrid Scope No Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands Balancing: Rarely less than 1 hourCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hourCrawling: Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDriving (Automatic): Occasionally 1-3 HoursEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Occasionally 1-3 HoursFeeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 HoursHandling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursHearing: Frequently 3-5 HoursKneeling: Rarely less than 1 hourLifting: Occasionally 1-3 HoursOperate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 HoursPulling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursPushing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursReaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 HoursReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 HoursRepetitive Motions: Rarely less than 1 hourSitting: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStanding: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStooping: Rarely less than 1 hourTalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWalking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Working Conditions Burn: Rarely less than 1 hourCombative Patients: Rarely less than 1 hourExtreme Temperatures: Occasionally 1-3 HoursInfectious Diseases: Rarely less than 1 hourNeedle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hourNoise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 HoursRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.