What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker position at Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas?
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct outreach and networking efforts that directly impact the target population, who reside in the service area, of the program to include (a) conducting presentations targeting individuals with a history of trauma, use substances, experiencing mental health concerns and who are at high risk for developing behavioral health conditions (b) raise awareness of program services (c) have readily accessible resources/referrals for those participants needing support and (d)provide the appropriate screening to identify high risk and intervention.
- Screen individuals identified during outreach or referred to the program to initiate supportive services and or provide referrals as needed. At a minimum use screening tools will be used for adverse childhood experiences and social determinants of health.
- Facilitate appropriate interventions, referral needs, and support services. Align, as appropriate, the use of the two evidence-based curriculums used by the program.
- Visit participants and families in the most appropriate locations for the participants such as public areas such as libraries, community centers, churches, the office, or via home visits to explain supportive services and resources available
Requirements:
- At least 2 years experience working in social services, networking with social service agencies, or working with at risk populations in the community or schools.
- Traveling required within the service area.
- Current TX driver’s license, reliable transportation, & liability insurance.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $31,200.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $31,200
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