Diabetes Outreach Worker

About the role

The Diabetes Outreach Worker will conduct outreach services to enroll patients diagnosed with diabetes, provide services to individuals at risk of diabetes and their family members, facilitate Diabetes Self‑Management Education (DSME) classes, assist with home visits, appointments, transportation, and other support to help people with diabetes obtain needed services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and collect data for screenings, home visits, and self‑management classes.
• Collect data for prevention, BMIs, and physical activities.
• Conduct prevention presentations.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other programs to establish events for youth and adults involved in diabetes prevention and healthy lifestyle promotion.
• Work under the direct supervision and support of the Community Health Coordinator.
• Assist other co‑workers as necessary.
• Maintain files for the Community Health Representative (CHR) and Diabetes Program.
• Submit PCCs and monthly reports as required.
• Transport clients for medical appointments for all departments under Tribal Health when necessary.
• Clean and maintain GSA/Tribal vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Community Health Coordinator and Tribal Health Director.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, planning, problem‑solving, and computer skills.
• Ability to work with a team and with community members of all ages.
• Knowledge of disease prevention, intervention, and health education; compliance with HIPAA and patient confidentiality.
• Preferably two years’ experience in health or a health‑related field and/or a CNA certification, and a high school diploma or GED.
• CPR and First Aid certified within 90 days of employment.
• Current driving report from the DMV upon application submission.
• Ability to maintain dependable attendance and reliability.

Application Requirements

Submit a complete application with supporting documents to the Eastern Shoshone Tribe, Human Resource Department, P.O. Box 538, Ft. Washakie, WY 82514. Applications are available online at easternshoshone.org and can be sent via email to lmorgan@easternshoshone.org until 4:45 PM on the closing date.

• Supporting documents: Driver’s License, Tribal ID, High School Diploma/GED, degree or professional credentials, and any other documents that verify required qualifications.
• Applicants with a current application on file must submit a letter of interest addressing how they meet each qualification.
• Telephone calls are not accepted in place of an employment application or letter of interest.
• Preference will be given to a qualified Eastern Shoshone tribal member, then other qualified federally recognized Indian tribal members, then other qualified candidates.
• Applicants must submit a copy of a Tribal Enrollment card or CIB for Indian Preference.
• Veterans with an honorable discharge (DD214) receive preference points during the interview process.
• All candidates will be required to pass an alcohol and drug test and a background check; refusal or a positive result will render the applicant ineligible for 60 days.
• Applicants must comply with HIPAA privacy rules and maintain strict confidentiality of all information processed through the Human Resources Department.