Community Health Worker - Wheaton, United States - Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc (H.A.S)

Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc (H.A.S)

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Wheaton, United States

1 week ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Community Health Worker
373 S County Farm Rd

Wheaton, IL 60187

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc. (H.A.S.) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing behavioral health services to Chicago and the surrounding communities. We offer a continuum of programs addressing substance abuse, mental health, adolescent issues, family relationships, and more. Every year, H.A.S. serves over six thousand individuals.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly salary
Health insurance (PPO, HMO)
Paid time off
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending account (FSA) / Health savings account (HSA)
Life insurance
CEU eligible onsite trainings
Supervision

- $200 Professional Development

Essential Functions:

In this position, the CHW provides on-going peer support and case management to navigate access to health care and achieve collaboratively developed health goals.

This position is responsible for performing duties as part of an integrated interdisciplinary care coordination team.

The CHW has life experience similar to that of members of the population with which he or she is assigned to work and builds individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as resource and system navigation, outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support and advocacy.

The position is informed by and integral to health equity.

Community Health Worker Responsibilities:

Consult and collaborate as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team
Conduct outreach and education to individuals who are in need of health care and social services to increase utilization of the health care system
Serve as community liaison and maintain relationships with key individuals in the community
Facilitate referrals and transitions within systems of care on behalf of participants
Assist participants with obtaining access to health care and supportive services, including coordinating medical care with providers and facilitating appointments
Assist participants with navigating through systems of health care and social services, and providing for public transportation
Assist participants with maintaining relationships with care providers for followup screenings and treatment, and supporting adherence to program followup
Assist participants through peer support and frequent communication/followup utilizing a harm reduction approach
Accurately complete reports as required
Participate in meetings, conferences and committees as assigned
Provide basic advocacy, assessment, planning and casework services
Assist staff in collaborating with community health and social service providers and partner agencies to identify barriers and service gaps
Conduct outreach for and facilitate health promotion programming
Provide education, information and referrals to clients; locate, identify, and utilize new social services and resources
Maintain a case load of participants as required
Maintain current knowledge of general health and wellness information, insurance coverage, and available services and resources
Maintain the highest level of client confidentiality, in person and in practice
Other duties as assigned

Community Health Worker Qualifications:

Thorough knowledge of assigned community and its residents
Basic knowledge of state social service agencies and community resources
Basic knowledge of health education, motivational strategies and an empathetic manner working with the underserved
Basic knowledge of healthcare systems
Ability to work with other members of the healthcare team and community to provide quality health care services
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written, and have basic computer skills
Ability to work with vulnerable populations in a nonjudgmental manner
Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Must be able to multitask, have initiative and be selfdirected
Ability to endure periods of heavy workload
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and respond appropriately to unexpected situations
Must be flexible with hours to accommodate participant needs.
Possession of valid Illinois Driver's license and willingness to use personal vehicle in course of employment.
Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred.
Experience working with a high volume of clients in a fastpaced environment is preferred.
H.A.S. requires all staff to work onsite.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Associate's Degree in social work, social sciences, public health or counseling, or four years of case management experience; or, an Associate's Degree in a human services field, from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.
Equivalent two (2) years of experience working with diverse populations, community, or faithbased organizations (health care setti