Community Health Worker

Job Highlights :

This is a part time Community Health Worker position working onsite at Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish in Madison, WI. The schedule is Monday through Friday between 8 : 00 a.m. and 5 : 00 p.m. for a total of 20 hours per week.

Job Summary :

Community Health Workers primarily work out in the community with community members of diverse backgrounds. This role works closely with healthcare teams and other community-based organizations through activities related to health priorities identified in the Community Health Needs Assessment and Improvement Plan.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements :

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bridge the gap between communities and assist community members in navigating the health and social services systems and establish positive, supportive relationships with community members and provide feedback.
• Promote wellness by providing culturally appropriate health information and education to clients and providers.
• Assist clients in accessing health related services, including but not limited to obtaining a primary care provider and overcoming barriers to obtaining needed care and social services.
• Increase self-efficacy to achieve wellness and help community members in accessing resources, including scheduling appointments, and assisting with completion of application for programs for which they may be eligible.
• Provide direct services including lifestyle and survey assessments, health education, and basic health screenings and document all activities as detailed by direct supervisors.
• Leverage strong interpersonal and communication skills while effectively working with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with a team, build and maintain positive working relationships with the community members, healthcare teams, and community-based organizations.
• Continuously expand knowledge and understanding of community resources, services and programs.

EDUCATION

High School diploma / GED or 10 years of work experience

EXPERIENCE

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS