Community Health Worker (Diabetes Prevention and Education) - Bisbee

NATURE OF WORK: Under general supervision, provides community-based outreach and education regarding diabetes prevention and education; may perform other related work as assigned.As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

TYPICAL DUTIES: (Illustrative Only) Under program and grant guidelines. conducts community outreach and engages eligible participants in diabetes prevention and self-management services; provides individual and group diabetes prevention, self-management, nutrition, physical activity, and healthy lifestyle education using approved curricula; performs approved health screenings and point-of-care testing in accordance with established protocols and training; provides participants with screening information and appropriate education, resources, and next steps within the scope of the position; identifies participant needs and connects individuals to healthcare, preventive services, and community resources; initiates referrals and conducts participant follow-up to support access to recommended services and continued program participation; collects and maintains required participant and program information and documentation; participates in community outreach events, workshops, screening activities, and other program initiatives; collaborates with program staff, healthcare providers, and community partners to support program implementation and quality improvement.High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience serving in a community service role. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License and the ability to be covered by county insurance. 

Community Health Worker Core Competency training must be completed within six (6) months of hire. Additional program-specific training and competency requirements, including approved diabetes education curricula and point-of-care testing procedures, must be completed before independently performing applicable duties. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference may be given to individuals who read, write, and speak Spanish.Some working knowledge of:

• public health programs, services, and principles;
• community health education and health promotion;
• basic principles of diabetes prevention, nutrition, physical activity, and chronic disease self-management;
• social determinants of health and barriers to accessing healthcare and preventive services;
• communities within Cochise County and available healthcare, social service, and community resources;
• culturally responsive approaches to health education and community engagement;
• basic health information collection, documentation, and confidentiality requirements;
• dynamics of social interaction and behavior.

Some working skill in:

• providing health education to individuals and groups;
• conducting community outreach and participant engagement;
• presenting information to groups of varying sizes and backgrounds;
• eliciting information through interviews and collecting participant information;
• assisting individuals with referral navigation and access to community resources;
• following established clinical, safety, program, and administrative protocols;
• maintaining accurate records and program documentation;
• use of computers, electronic data systems, and standard office software.

Ability to:

• establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, employees, healthcare providers, community organizations, partner agencies, and the public; 
• communicate health information clearly and in a manner appropriate to participants’ health literacy needs;
• learn and accurately follow established procedures for point-of-care testing and quality control;
• recognize situations requiring referral or escalation and follow established protocols;
• facilitate individual and group education sessions using approved curricula;
• prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, and program documentation;
• maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle protected or sensitive information;
• follow written and verbal instructions, policies, procedures, and program protocols;
• manage time, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team;
• communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• work effectively with individuals from varied socioeconomic, cultural, and educational backgrounds;
• travel throughout Cochise County and work in clinical, community, and outreach settings;
• read, write, and speak English.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily performed under general supervision in an office. Incumbent generally performs work in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls.  Visits to offsite outreach locations may include unpredictable climatic conditions.   May include occasional early morning, evening, or weekend activities. Required to drive throughout the county. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity and the ability to communicate.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force; frequently lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds requires a good deal of walking, standing or involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls

Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details and verbal instructions, requires emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills.

Salary : $35,000