Community Health Worker

Provides peer support and role modeling related to the improvement of life skills and health/wellness to individuals and their families during personal interactions including, in-person biometric screenings, telephone calls, etc. Instructs individuals and their families about wellness, chronic disease prevention and self-management. Assists clients and their families with accessing appropriate community resources. Assists with the coordination of group support programs and provides ongoing goal management in coordination with RN Care Manager. Cultural competency and shared-life experiences with client population is preferred. More Life Más Vida aims to prevent chronic disease and promote health and wellness in individuals in Kent County who are experiencing risk factors that are modifiable. Essential Functions: Assists RN Care Managers with biometric screenings. Assists with the development and implementation of care plans to meet identified needs and provides program services. Follows up with clients, families, and community agencies to evaluate effectiveness of services provided and to develop a proactive plan for future needs. Assists clients with arranging and keeping medical appointments. Assists clients in accessing community resources such as food, clothing, shelter, and medical insurance. Mentors, empowers and advocates for clients and families to help them increase independence and skills. Refers patients with social, emotional, and other challenges to appropriate service agencies for assistance. Communicates and collaborates with the clients and their families, program staff, and other professionals involved in the care of clients to coordinate services and to facilitate a supportive relationship between the client and their health care provider(s). Teaches clients and families about wellness, disease prevention, and self-management. Documents services including assessments, plans, and periodic evaluations of goals, education, and other pertinent program data. Documents trends and changes in the health of the community and provides input into program development and evaluation. Coordinates group meetings under the direction of the Program Supervisor. Collects and documents program data and other necessary evaluation data to ensure timelines and accuracy. Discusses trends, challenges, and other issues regarding data collection with the Program Supervisor. Participates in community events and activities that promote the awareness of More Life Más Vida program offerings. Occasional weekends or evenings as needed, with ability to flex your work week. Qualifications Required High School Diploma or equivalent and successful completion of the paraprofessional CHW Training Program (Completion within 180 days from hire date) Preferred Associate's Degree or equivalent 3 years of relevant experience Work experience Preferred Knowledge and use of community resources; social, health and public agencies and services. Preferred CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association WITHIN 60 DAYS United/Kelsey Lifestyles; WITHIN 90 DAYS Healthier Communities 60 Days required Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross WITHIN 60 DAYS United/Kelsey Lifestyles; WITHIN 90 DAYS Healthier Communities 60 Days required LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required CRT-Auto Insurance - Upon Hire required In order for me to qualify for consideration for a position that involves driving, I understand that I shall have and maintain a valid Michigan Operators license or chauffeurs license as required by law, be insurable, shall abide by all state and local traffic laws and shall be subject to the following minimum additional standards: • License shall not have been suspended, revoked or restricted within the last three (3) years. • No more than two (2) moving violations within the last three (3) years. • No more than seven (7) points within the last the last three (3) years. • No more than (1) accident (at fault with ticket issued) within the last three (3) years. • No violations in the previous three (3) years for any of the following: o Driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance o Leaving the scene of an accident o Reckless driving o Careless driving o Driving on a suspended license o Manslaughter, negligent homicide or a felony resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle. o Failing to stop and disclose identity at the scene of an accident when required by law. o Fleeing or eluding a police officer. Further, I agree while working in a position that requires the operation of a motor vehicle to report to the Human Resources department all points assessed to my driving record (whether the result of a civil infraction or a criminal conviction) within 5 days of the court’s finding or my admission of responsibility. I shall be required to report any criminal conviction for a drug-related offense within 5 days of the court’s determination or a plea of guilty or no contest. Further, I shall provide the Human Resources department with any consent needed to obtain information concerning my driving record or conviction records Physical Demands Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 15 lbs Sitting: Occasionally Standing: Occasionally Walking: Occasionally Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom Squat: Seldom Stair Climbing: Seldom Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom Driving: Occasionally Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally Handling: Occasionally Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently Visual Acuity ¹ [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom Color Vision (Ishihara) Test [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom Primary Location SITE - Widdicomb South - 665 Seward Ave - Grand Rapids Department Name More Life Mas Vida - GR Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency Variable weekends CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. 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Salary : $37,900 - $48,000