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Providence Community Health Worker II in Santa Monica, California
Description:
Providence is calling a Community Health Worker II (Part time/Day shift) to Providence California Regional Services in CITY, CA.
We are seeking a Community Health Worker II who will be responsible for helping community residents and Medical Center patients and their families to navigate and access community services, other resources, and adopt healthy behaviors. The CHW-II will provide job duties within at least one of the following tracks:
In this position you will have the following responsibilities:
Health Education: CHWs in this track will assist with recruitment and administrative tasks for health education courses, such as but not limited to Mental Health First Aid, Creating Healthier Attitudes Today, physical activity, or FEAST. In addition they will provide modules these health education topics with oversight from a Health Educator or Physical Education Specialist
Outreach and Enrollment: CHWs in this track will provide outreach in community settings and provide initial screening for eligibility of Covered CA, Medi-Cal, and CalFresh (Food Stamps). In addition they will provide one-on-one health insurance and/or CalFresh enrollment application assistance
Navigation/Linkage to Resources: CHWs in this track will provide individualized assessments of risk factors that impact an individual's well-being. They will be responsible for doing the assessments in community and Medical Center Emergency Department settings and then referring them to the appropriate programs and resources in the community
Qualifications:
Required qualifications for this position include:
Valid driver's license
For CHWs providing outreach and enrollment, become a Certified Enrollment Counselor (CEC) and be certified to enroll into Cal Fresh within 3 months of hire
2 years experience working and/or volunteering in the community
Ability to work collaboratively with others and to participate fully in a team process
Bilingual English/Spanish
Strong public speaking skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to complete necessary tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to follow directions, be a self-starter and collaborate with coworkers
Willingness to learn computer systems and programs
Accurate word processing/typing skills
Preferred qualifications for this position include:
H.S. Diploma or GED
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
About the hospital you will serve.
Anchored by five award-winning comprehensive medical centers, Providence provides a full spectrum of care that includes a range of specialties, signature services, outpatient and home care and the well-regarded Providence Medical Institute, a group of physicians and primary and urgent care clinics throughout the greater San Fernando Valley and South Bay. Providence is focused on providing the communities it serves with preventive care, education and leading-edge diagnostics and treatment. The organization includes numerous outreach programs. Hospice and home care and even our own Providence High School, a Blue Ribbon college-preparatory campus.
For information on our comprehensive range of benefits, visit:
http://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/rewards-benefits/
Our Mission
As expressions of God’s healing love, witnessed through the ministry of Jesus, we are steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.
About Us
Providence is a comprehensive not-for-profit network of hospitals, care centers, health plans, physicians, clinics, home health care and services continuing a more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
Schedule: Part-time
Shift: Day
Job Category: Administrative (Clinical)
Location: California-Santa Monica
Other Location(s): California-Santa Monica
Req ID: 264521