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Community Health Representative

Community Health Representative

Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi • Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
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JOB TITLE : Community Health Representative

Supervisor : Community Health Outreach Manager

Status : Non-Exempt

Salary : $19.57-$20.80

Location : Grand Rapids MI

Posting Ends : 12 / 01 / 2025 9AM

Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Tribal Government is seeking talented individuals who desire to become part of a vibrant community and utilize their talents in pursuit of meaningful work.

NHBP is a self-sustaining Sovereign Nation dedicated to achieving the shared vision of our community. Our mission is to preserve our culture and history build a healthy community provide essential services and secure our financial future through strategic decision-making. We are always seeking outstanding individuals who wish help us fulfill this mission and join us on our journey to protect and promote the cultural emotional physical and financial well-being of our Tribal community for the next Seven Generations.

Excellent Benefit Package

  • Eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
  • Excellent medical coverage plan supplemented by Employers HRA for minimal cost sharing by its Team Members
  • 100% Employer Paid premiums for dental and vision coverage
  • 100% Employer Paid premiums on short term disability life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
  • Flexible Spending Account for Medical Reimbursement and Dependent Care
  • 401K Plan with eligible match with 100% invested in employer contributions
  • A generous paid time off program where all employees begin earning accrued paid time off immediately upon hire
  • Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program with Educational Release Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee wellness and fitness programs
  • Opportunities to participate in NHBP Sponsored activities

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Community Health Outreach Manager the Community Health Representative (CHR) assists clinic clients and / or Tribal members with general medical and social service needs including patient advocacy care coordination and accompanying to medical appointments. The CHR acts as a liaison between Health and Human Services Department (HHSD) and community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi reserves the right to change amend add delete and otherwise assign any and all duties responsibilities and positions titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the government.

  • Provides transportation accompanies clients to medical appointments as part of their care plan and performs patient advocacy as needed.
  • Assists with home monitoring of clients and providing direct patient care within scope and capacity as identified in the client care plan i.e. basic screenings and basic needs as directed by the Provider and or Clinic Care Manager - RN.
  • Assesses homes for safety and assists with service coordination to provide safety in the home.
  • Assists with pickup and delivery of pharmacy orders and or other medical related items per policy.
  • Provides education on health services and programs offered by CHR and HHSD.
  • Motivates and encourages clients to obtain care and other services by facilitating community-clinic linkages through internal and external resource coordination and referral.
  • Supports self-management of disease prevention and management of both acute and chronic disease conditions.
  • Participates in monthly case conference meetings and gives feedback and updates as necessary.
  • Provides social and emotional support activities to clients as requested or indicated by individual care plans or group needs.
  • Coordinates with Chore Provider and assists with homemaker services and grocery shopping as needed.
  • Assists in registering clients for assistance programs related to their needs.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with both internal and external community resources and partners including but not limited to : social services housing food pantries elder care resources VA senior services etc.
  • Works with other NHBP departments for programming and events.
  • Visits clients and / or Tribal Members in hospitals nursing homes adult foster homes and home-bound situations to support care coordination activities as requested.
  • Provides culturally relevant health education health coaching and health screenings individually during home visits and at community events.
  • Enters patient data into Electronic Health Record as necessary for documentation.
  • Assists with grant programs and objectives as directed and submits reports as necessary.
  • The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    An applicants education training and experience must be sufficient to demonstrate that the applicant possesses the ability to successfully perform each of the essential functions. The requirements listed below are generally representative of the education experience and skills and / or ability required to enable one to successfully perform the essential functions associated with his position :

  • Associates degree or equivalent experience in a medical or social services field (i.e. Emergency Medical Technician home health aide Human Services).
  • Ability to successfully complete the Community Health Representative basic training program offered by IHS and the MiCHWA certification as soon as training is available.
  • Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR as soon as training is available.
  • Must maintain a valid drivers license with good driving record; GSA certifiable and must be able to travel.
  • Must be able to successfully pass an NHBP background check and drug screen.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality including a demonstrated understanding and application of HIPAA.
  • Ability to understand gain knowledge and appreciate the differences with the Native American culture and customs.
  • Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team.
  • Ability to work with constant interruptions and adjust schedule as needed or required.
  • Computer proficiency including word processing spreadsheets email and internet
  • Proven organizational and time-management skills; self-starter and self-directed; effective communication skills both verbal and written.
  • OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • A willingness to initiate contacts with new people.
  • Ability to interpret basic health information.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment use discretion and use problem solving strategies.
  • Ability to learn interpret and apply the NHBP and IHS regulations ordinances and Resolutions.
  • Ability to maintain a good working relationship with Tribal Members co-workers NHBP Departments and the general public.
  • Ability to recognize and work within scope of practice and authority.
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Advanced licensing or certification i.e. Licensed Practical Nursing
  • Familiarity with Indian Health Services and other applicable federal programs.
  • Knowledge of public assistance programs benefits and other resources available within Michigan.
  • SECURITY SENSITIVE

    This position will involve access to information that is security sensitive and thereby subject to additional provisions. All information obtained will be protected under IHS / HIPAA policy rules and regulations.

    INDIAN PREFERENCE

    Tribal preference will be applied in accordance with the NHBP Indian Preference in Employment Code which requires that preference in employment be afforded to NHBP members spouse / parents of NHBP members and Native Americans who meet the minimum qualifications and can successfully perform the essential functions for the position.

    Required Experience :

    Unclear Seniority

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    Employment Type : Full Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 19 - 20

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