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    Medication Assisted Treatment - Porterville, United States - Indian Health Service

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    Description

    Locations:
    Porterville, CA


    Type:
    Tribal


    Salary Range:
    Salary Negotiable

    Open Period:5/7/2024 to 5/16/2024


    Summary:

    Working closely with and reporting directly to the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Project Coordinator, The Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Outreach Worker is responsible for providing outreach and education services including health promotion and community intervention activities for access to healthcare, insurance enrollment and family planning and preventive health services.

    Works with other employees and departments, community leaders to coordinate new programs and services to meet TRIHCI community needs.

    As an advocate for community health, the MAT Outreach Worker also works to educate the community on the services available at TRIHCI and eligibility requirements.

    The MAT Outreach Worker will also work closely with medical providers and other staff to improve patient care and outcomes.

    The MAT Outreach Worker must be familiar with the goals and objectives of the Health Center, maintain genuine enthusiasm for the success of TRIHCI's health programs, and exercise a strong sense of stewardship in developing and maintaining community relations.

    This position is grant funded and contingent upon the funding associated with the respective grant. The rate for this position is up to $22.00 per hour DOE.


    More info about area:

    Job Announcement Flyer:

    Duties:
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1.

    Implement innovative outreach strategies to identify underserved individuals in TRIHCI' s service area and educate/assist for access to Medication Assisted Treatment.

    2.

    Participate in, coordinate, and/or attend community events such as health fairs and Behavioral Health community events as a TRIHCI representative.

    3. Conduct outreach to high-risk patients through phone calls, community events, community-based agencies, and organizations. Coach patients in effective management of their chronic health conditions and self-care. 4. Maintain documentation of program activities and assist in tracking data related to special programs and projects. 5. Assist and educate patients in utilizing health insurance and resources, including scheduling medical appointments. 6. Assist in planning and program implementation as assigned. 7. Assess the needs of the individuals and communities they serve. 8. Advocate for patients and community participants' rights, health, and well-being; encourage participants to advocate for their own health. 9. Keep accurate logs of all outreach and enrollment activities; share all data with direct supervisor. 10. Establish and maintain relationships with community-based organizations; participate in community events; network with community stakeholders. 11. Assist in formulation, planning, and implementation of policies, procedures, and programs. 12. Follow-up with health management/care plans with both patients and providers. 13.

    Document activities, service plans, and results in an effective manner while strictly adhering to the policies and procedures in place.

    14. Work collaboratively and effectively within a team. 15. Establish positive, supportive relationships with participants and provide feedback. 16.

    Help clients in utilizing resources, including scheduling appointments, and assisting with completion of applications for programs for which they may be eligible.

    17. Facilitate communication and coordinate services between providers. 18. Motivate patients to be active, engaged participants in their health. 19.

    Effectively work with people (staff, clients, doctors, agencies, etc) from diverse backgrounds in reducing cultural and socio-economic barriers between clients and institutions.

    20. Build and maintain positive working relationships with the clients, providers, nurse case managers, agency representatives, supervisors and office staff. 21. Continuously expand knowledge and understanding

    Qualifications:
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 1. Strong documentation skills. 2. Ability to multi-task and prioritize when needed. 3. Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively. 4. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions. 5. Experience and work ethics that supports working within a high functioning, team-oriented environment. 6. Demonstrates a willingness and ability to work under supervision. 7. Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff. 8. Ability to use computer and learn new software programs. 9.

    Excellent interpersonal skills reflecting clarity and diplomacy and the ability to communicate accurately and effectively with all levels of staff and management.

    10. Demonstrates ability to work in a regulatory climate that includes oversight of state and federal entities, payer contracts etc. 11. Possesses ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. 12. Possesses genuine respect for others and acceptance of their individual social and cultural traits. 13. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook. 14. Demonstrate flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to cooperate while working with others in multi-disciplinary teams.


    Education and/or Experience:
    1.

    A high school diploma or general education degree (GED years working in related field Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: 1. Possess a current California driver's license, and be insurable with the Tule River Indian Health Center, Inc. insurance agency. 2. First Aid/CPR at BCLS level.


    Preferred Qualifications and Contingencies:
    1. Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the first day of work. Hiring preference is given to qualified American Indians in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (title 25, U.S. code§ 472 & 473).

    Applicants claiming Native American/ Indian Preference must submit Indian verification, certified by Tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Native American/ Indian heritage.

    TRIHCI maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace, and all offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a criminal background check, a post-offer drug test and physical, COVID-19 and TB Test and verification of each candidate's right to work in the United States.

    (see Position Description for more qualifications)


    Work Type:
    Permanent, Full

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