Community Health Worker - Northern Broome CARES, Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC): The CHW is a full time, non- exempt position and subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Rural Health Network of South Central New York requires that all workers be fully vaccinated with original series and booster against Covid-19.

General Duties and Responsibilities: Provides case management services to older residents of Northern Broome County to efficiently access health related services including: prescription medication, vision/dental services, financial assistance, health literacy/insurance, transportation, healthy foods, housing, and self-advocacy. Identifies level of need, which can range from one time information and assistance to longer term case management for individuals with chronic physical and/or behavioral health conditions. Refers and facilitates participation in chronic disease case/self-management, care coordination and/or health education The CHW will have an active, engaged and productive relationship with the Broome County Office for Aging, Rural Health Network services and other service providers to ensure the appropriate and efficient utilization of services available to support older residents.

This position is regularly scheduled for Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (40-hour work schedule) with some flexibility for evening hours as approved by supervisor and client demand.

Minimum Qualifications: Associate’s Degree required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred in health, human services, or related field. Relevant work experience preferred. Valid Driver’s License, proof of automobile insurance, and use of reliable private vehicle for work-related travel purposes. Office computing and strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills required. Rural Health Network of South Central New York requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with original series and booster against Covid-19.

For more information, please see the full position description at: https://rhnscny.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/CHW-NB-NORC-5.2.22.docx

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All workers are required to have received full series and booster vaccinations against COVID-19.

Work Location: One location