Community Health Worker -Housing

Position Summary

Community Health Workers (CHWs) are flexible members of a health care team who work with vulnerable populations to improve health outcomes. The goal of the CHW is to improve the health of the community by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support, and advocacy.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related human service field from a college/university accredited by the US Department of Education preferred
• One (1) year of related experience preferred

Certification

Must be able to achieve and maintain Community Health Worker certification within 12 months of hire

Other Requirements

• Deep personal commitment to the Mission, Vision, and Values of Aspire Indiana Health
• Strong ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle highly confidential information with professionalism
• Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team setting
• Demonstrate respect for the patients confidentiality practices, as well as for the expertise of other team members
• Exhibit ability to work with targeted population, and possess knowledge of and ability to relate to community resources
• Able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment with shifting priorities and multiple deadlines
• Possess/maintain a valid driver's license, current automobile insurance and a driving record that meets the guidelines and requirements of the organization
• Must have reliable transportation and utilize personal vehicle to transport self/others and to attend trainings and/or meetings

Benefits

• Group Medical (PPO and HSA Plans)
• Affordable visits, labs, and prescriptions through Aspire Indiana Health clinics
• Health Savings Account
• Group Dental and Vision Plans
• Prescription coverage, including low copays on all covered medications through select pharmacy locations
• Employee Wellness Program
• Group Life, AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Paid-Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Bereavement
• Retirement Plan with generous employer match - Up to 6% match
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Your Money Line
• Financial Wellness Program

Drug screen, TB test and extensive background checks (including Criminal History, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Education Verification, and Professional References) are required of all Aspire employees.

All individuals who join Aspire are strongly encouraged to have a flu shot and required to be fully vaccinated against COVID19 prior to joining Aspire to further protect our staff and the patients we serve.

We also adhere to CDC protocols including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Aspire Indiana Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer