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    Lead Specialist/Community Health Worker - Abilene, United States - Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

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    Position Description

    Performs advanced, specialized work to assist in the organization and implementation of various projects and programs. Work is performed under minimal supervision within established policies with latitude for independent judgment. Works on special projects as assigned. May substitute for supervisor during his/her absence.

    Major/Essential Functions
    • Maintain daily schedule of client visits and other work-related appointments
    • Maintain all program and clinical records as assigned
    • Be a referral resource for both clients and community organizations
    • Maintain directory and updated contact info for community organizations
    • Be a liaison for community organizations and clients
    • Plan and attend community outreach activities
    • Track assessment forms and reporting data, personal mileage, and all other project forms
    • collaborate with clinical staff to assure quality control related to the project
    • Meet recruitment and referral goals
    • Provide project-specific education to community members and clients
    • Observe privacy laws related to patient data at all times
    • Navigate clients to clinical services in collaboration with the health clinics and hospitals
    • Assist clinics and hospitals with meeting project objectives
    • Maintain certification by attending required continuing education
    • Assist development of training and educational materials
    • Attend community events including health fairs, local celebrations, school events, and other events where the project's eligible population are available
    Occasional Duties
    • Assist project coordinator with report preparation
    • Design and create educational presentations
    • Provide educational presentations to community members and providers
    • Meet regularly with the project PI and coordinator to ensure adherence to project goals and objectives
    • Other duties as assigned
    Required Qualifications

    High school plus six years experience in related field. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Community Health Worker Certification or willing to obtain certification within one year of employment
    • Proven experience conducting community outreach with at least one or more years experience
    • Experience in planning, implementing, and interpreting community assessments, community education programs, and one-on-one self management education programs
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Work, Outlook, etc.)
    • Excellent organizational skills
    • Ability to effectively manage a personal calendar
    • Ability to conduct work in a variety of settings including healthcare settings, office, home, field work
    • Exhibit working knowledge of HIPAA rules and regulations
    • Fluent in both English and Spanish
    EEO Statement

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

    Jeanne Clery Act

    The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.

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