Community Health Worker – Roper Hospital

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) Shift: Part time 20 hours a week, Monday - Wednesday 8:00am-5:00pm and Thursday 8:00am-7:00pm. The hours are based on need. This position will be scheduled week to week based on scheduled appointments. This position is a driver role for stated appointment. Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Community Health Worker focuses on direct support, outreach, and engagement to improve community health outcomes, focusing on improving health, well-being, and access to essential services. The Community Health Worker serves as a liaison between community members or patients and health and social service systems, providing culturally appropriate health education and addressing basic social drivers of health. Community Health Workers may work in a variety of settings, including serving in the community or assisting patients in physician practices based on specific market design. Essential Job Functions Builds trusting relationships with individuals and communities to mediate between individuals and health/social service systems. Identifies and engages individuals and families in need through outreach activities and community events. Evaluates the specific needs and challenges faced by community members, including health, social, and educational needs. Identifies barriers such as housing, food insecurity, and transportation challenges, and connects individuals to appropriate resources.  May conduct outreach activities, including home visits and participation in community health fairs and local events, to build awareness and engage underserved populations.  Maintains accurate and up-to-date records to support advocacy efforts, monitor outcomes, and contribute to program evaluation.  May perform or assist with health education and/or basic health screenings, such as blood pressure and glucose checks, under appropriate supervision.  Provides support to ongoing community health programs. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification in the state of practice (preferred; required within 12 months of hire)  Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record is required. Education High School Diploma or equivalent (required)  Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, or related field (preferred) Work Experience 1 year of recent experience in a community outreach or healthcare setting (preferred) Training None Language Bilingual based on market needs (preferred) Patient Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.   Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.   May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.   May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.   May have periods of constant interruptions.   May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*   General office environment.   Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.   Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.   Prolonged periods of working alone * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements Physical Demands Frequency                                              0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100% Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)                                           X                                                                        Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)                                       X                                                                        Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)                                                       X                                                                       Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)                                                   X                                                                        Stoop, Kneel                                                                     X                                                                        Crawling                                                                            X                                                                       Climbing                                                                            X                                                                        Balance                                                                               X                                                                       Bending                                                                               X                                                                                                                                                                                                              Work Position Frequency                                               0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100% Sitting                                                                                                                                                  X       Walking                                                                                X                                                                      Standing                                                                               X                                                                                                                                                                                                            Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Physical Requirements Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity - far Acuity - near                                                                     Skills Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills: Proficient with computers and accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office.  Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles. Soft/Interpersonal Skills: Sensitivity and experience in working within different cultures.  Ability to separate personal from professional interactions with clients and maintain professional/ethical boundaries. Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.   Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.   Attention to detail Communication and Collaboration skills Critical thinking Teamwork Conflict resolution Active listening Relationship building Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. Department: HIV Program Services - Roper Hospital It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com. Welcome to the Roper St. Francis Healthcare career portal! If you’ve visited us previously, please note accounts created before December 18, 2023 are no longer active and a new account must be created. Thank you for your patience as we transition to a new system to enhance your candidate experience! Why choose Roper St. Francis Healthcare? Roper St. Francis Healthcare is lauded as one the best places to work in healthcare and here's why you should choose a career with us: We have a lot to be proud of We’re the first choice for healthcare among Lowcountry families. We’ve been trusted with our neighbors’ health and wellness for generations. And as our community grows, we continue to expand our services and open our arms to provide care to our friends and family members who need it most. We are vibrant and growing With 6,000 employees, we’re the Lowcountry’s second-largest private employer. We have nearly 1,000 doctors representing almost every medical specialty, and our 657-bed system consists of more than 100 facilities and services across five counties. In short, there is plenty of room for growth and ever-expanding job opportunities. We are committed to excellence Roper St. Francis Healthcare rewards exceptional performance and invests in supporting our staff. From nurses to technicians and administrative professionals, our employees share our commitment to putting patients first. We recruit and retain the most qualified workforce without regard to age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, handicap or disability. We offer generous employee benefits Roper St. Francis Healthcare offers an excellent benefits package for our full-time employees. We offer several options for health plans, a generous retirement plan, and educational opportunities to further your career.