Community Health Worker 1

JOB SUMMARY

The Community Health Worker 1 delivers community health services in the areas of needs assessments, referral services, client education, documentation and diversity education.

Location: Temple, TX - Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital

Setting: Case Management

Schedule: Full Time- Monday- Fri 8am-4:30pm

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Assists clients in gaining access to needed services and increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency while also learning how to best utilize available tools and services (e.g., outreach, patient navigation and follow-up, community health education and information, informal counseling, etc.) in order to effectively serve our clients. Assists with referrals and linkage to follow-up services within the community and within the Organization.

Assists with needs assessments and the development of patient plans.

Conducts culturally appropriate skills building self-management education sessions on different topics for groups and individuals. Builds understanding of the ethnicity, language, socio-economic status and life experiences of the community served.

Learns and assists in teaching basic concepts of health promotion, disease prevention, and self-management.

Obtains basic vital signs, measures height and weight, conducts point of care testing.

Administers evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness.

Assists in documenting plans, goals, education and follow-up in a timely manner, utilizing agreed upon documentation standards.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of the community to be served.

Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

Strong interpersonal skills that encourage relationship building with a diverse group.

Requires the capacity building and advocacy skills.

Teaching skills preferred.

Good organizational skills.

Skilled in the use of computers and related software applications.

Ability to administer evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness.

Ability to conduct needs assessments, develop patient plans, conduct and navigate patient to appropriate interventions.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

 Community Health Worker (CHW): CHW license by the State of Texas.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.