What are the responsibilities and job description for the COMMUNITY HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE/HEALTH PROMOTION ADULT position at Cocopah Indian Tribe?
- Assist in developing and implementing public education materials, workshops, and outreach activities focused on chronic disease prevention and health promotion.
- Conduct one-on-one and group education sessions for individuals and families on topics such as nutrition, physical activity, diabetes management, medication adherence, foot care, and other chronic disease areas.
- Make home visits to educate clients, monitor health conditions, take vital signs, deliver medications, explain instructions, and provide support as needed.
- Refer patients to appropriate outside resources, specialty services, or higher levels of care when necessary.
- Assist families by providing health information, education, supplies, and support for chronic disease self-management.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient care, home visits, daily activities, and program status.
- Record patient condition, treatment, and assistance provided in the chart within one (1) day of service.
- Prepare and submit monthly activity reports to the Program Director.
- Attend staff meetings, training workshops, and seminars as required by the Director and/or Administration.
- Assist with other program activities, community events, and health promotion campaigns as needed.
- Transport members to non-emergency medical appointments when required.
- Communicate and coordinate with primary care providers for patient advocacy, scheduling, and follow-up education.
- Attend weekly Case Management Meetings as assigned.
- Assist with grant program implementation, reporting, and development as assigned.
- Administer Naloxone in good faith to individuals suspected of experiencing an opioid overdose (training provided).
- Conduct wellness checks for high-risk clients, including elders, individuals with chronic conditions, and those recently discharged from hospitals.
- Support emergency response activities when directed (e.g., wellness checks during extreme heat, cold, or community emergencies).
- Promote culturally appropriate health practices and support integration of traditional healing when appropriate.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA and Cocopah Tribal policies at all times.
Salary : $44,403 - $61,498