Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Community Health Worker for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $22.15 – $33.22. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.

Responsible for trying to improve access to healthcare and social services for uninsured and disadvantaged patients who are seeking medical care from the Emergency Department, Urgent Care, or discharging from the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit. The goal is to partner with patients in finding stable, consistent, and coordinated healthcare support.

Details of the position

1. Screens patients’ eligibility for primary care, including private providers and safety net providers; public or private healthcare coverage; participation in the United Way 100% Access MAP and PAP.
2. Screens patients’ eligibility for primary care, including private providers and safety net providers; public or private healthcare coverage; participation in the United Way 100% Access MAP and PAP.
3. Coaches patients in how to effectively use a medical home and self-management of their chronic health conditions.
4. Reduces cultural and socio-economic barriers between patients and health providers.
5. Monitors and follows-up on service plans with clients via telephone and home visits.
6. Educates patients about self-care and habits that can impact health.
7. Coordinates patient transportation and accompaniment as needed to scheduled appointments.
8. Assures patients receive appropriate and timely services by making referrals and motivating/teaching patients to seek care.
9. Conducts risk assessments and assists in developing care/action plans. Coordinates patients care with other medical personnel.
10. Documents, tracks and reports program data and statistics.
11. Conducts outreach and collaboration with community social service agencies and health providers in order to improve patient access.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle and safe driving record required.
• Minimum of two years of experience working in human services.
• Experience working with healthcare systems and multi-cultural communities preferred.
• Spanish language competency preferred.

REGION/LOCATION SPECIFIC NOTES:

Behavioral Health:

• Provides a bridge from a psychiatric acute care setting to patients’ aftercare providers; also assisting patients to integrate with a peer community support
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field preferred.
• Complete ProACT training within six months of hire.
• Peer Support Specialist training preferred.
• Crisis Intervention training preferred.

For a full description of the position, or for questions, please contact Moussa Sangare at [email protected]

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.