What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker position at BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES INC?
Job Summary:
Example: The CHW will provide liaison and engagement type services to the community in the clinic setting.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Care Coordination
- System Navigation
- Screenings and Assessments
- Appointment Scheduling Assistance
- Registration Assistance
- Provide Education on Services and Resources
- Outreach
- Coaching and Social Support
- Participation in Evaluation and Research
- Participation in Required Training
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Relationship and capacity building skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Advocacy skills.
- Service coordination and navigation skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Bi-lingual Spanish preferred
- Evaluation and research skills
Education and Experience:
- Participation in Community Health Worker Academy or equivalent
- No other prior experience or specific education necessary
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Extended periods of standing and walking between locations in clinic
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Have hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, fax etc.
The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position.
Salary : $21 - $24