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    Community Health Worker - San Bernardino, United States - St Johns Community Health

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    Job Description

    As a Community Health Worker (CHW) at St. John's Community Health (SJCH), you will play a crucial role in promoting community health and well-being by engaging with

    residents through various outreach initiatives. This position involves building relationships within the community, providing health education, and supporting individuals in navigating the healthcare system. The CHW will work closely with healthcare providers at SJCH to address the unique needs of the community and enhance access to quality healthcare services.

    Benefits:

    • Free Medical, Dental & Vision
    • 403 (B) retirement match
    • Life Insurance, EAP
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • SEIU Union
    • Flexible Spending Account
    • Continued workforce development & training
    • Succession plans & growth within

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Knowledge, & Experience

    • High school diploma or equivalent (bachelor's degree in public health or related
    • field preferred).
    • Previous experience in community outreach or health education.
    • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, see computer skills below.
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    • Knowledge of community resources and healthcare services.
    • Cultural competence and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
    • Bilingual English/Spanish (read, write, speak) preferred, not required, see
    • language skills below.

    Additional Requirements: - Employees are responsible for maintaining individual

    certifications as required by job function or by law and provide verification and

    recertification when requested by management:

    • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
    • Ability to be covered by car insurance as required.
    • Ability to drive and travel by car as needed.
    • Flexibility to travel between Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside
    • Counties as needed.
    • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed for community events.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Performs a combination, but not necessarily all, of the following duties:

    1. Community Outreach:
      1. Conduct door-to-door outreach, phone banking, community events, and health fairs to identify and engage with community members.
      2. Establish and maintain strong relationships with local community organizations, leaders, and stakeholders.
      3. Collaborate with community partners to promote health programs and services.
    2. Health Education:
      1. Design and facilitate health education classes based on the needs of the community and referrals from healthcare providers.
      2. Provide information on preventive care, chronic disease management, nutrition, and other relevant health topics, including but not limited to interventions.
      3. Create and distribute educational materials to support health promotion efforts.
    3. Patient Advocacy:
      1. Assist community members in understanding and accessing healthcare services.
      2. Provide guidance on available resources and support services.
    4. Care Coordination:
      1. Collaborate with healthcare providers at SJCH to coordinate care plans for individuals with chronic conditions or complex health needs.
      2. Facilitate communication between patients, providers, and other healthcare team members.
      3. Track and report on the progress of care plans and interventions.
    5. Data Collection and Reporting:
      1. Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, community engagement, and health education sessions.
      2. Compile data on community health trends, needs, and challenges.
      3. Generate regular reports for internal evaluation and improvement.
    6. Event Coordination:
      1. Plan and execute health campaigns, community events, and health fairs with the goal of raising awareness and fostering engagement among residents.
    7. Stakeholder Engagement
      1. Serve as a liaison between the community and the Chief Government Affairs and Community Relations Officer (CGACRO) and supports the CGACRO as needed.
      2. Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local healthcare providers, community organizations, and governmental agencies.
      3. Foster open lines of communication to ensure a collaborative and supportive environment.
      4. Attend government, community, and private interest group meetings to stay informed about key community issues.
      5. Produce briefing memos before community meetings, and detailed reports after community meetings describing the discussions and key issues raised in various community forums.
      6. Maintain awareness of community affairs and issues, reporting to the CGACRO as needed.
      7. Coordinate office procedures, ensuring efficiency in routine tasks and correspondence.
      8. Manage telephone inquiries, responding promptly and professionally.
    8. Other Duties:
      1. Complete additional duties as needed or as assigned by the Associate Director of Government Affairs & Community Engagement.


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