Job Details
Job Location
Administrative Office - Reno, NV
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Travel Percentage
Up to 25%
Job Shift
Job Category
Health Care
Description
Community Health Alliance is looking for a Community Health Worker. Join our talented team of Population Health that focus on serving the community and helping those in need by creating healthy outcomes for patients of every income.
We operate six convenient locations throughout Reno and Sparks, providing comprehensive, top-quality medical services, dental and pediatric care, behavioral health, low-cost pharmacies, nourishing food pantries, and more.
Job Summary : The Community Health Alliance (CHA) Community Health Worker (CHW) is dedicated to improving patient outcomes related to social determinants of health, improving access to resources, assisting patients in controlling and preventing chronic conditions. Community Health Workers are certified trained public health educators improving health care delivery requiring integrated and coordinated services across the continuum of health under the supervision of their collaborative practice with a medical provider.
Our team members enjoy benefits that include :
- 100% company paid employee medical insurance and 90% paid vision and dental on the 60th day from date of hire.
- Continuing education benefit available at $500 per year
- Paid Time Off :
PTO 14 days / year and increased after one years of service : pro-rated based on FTE status
5 days paid sick leave per year5 paid personal float days per year7 paid holidays per yearCHA paid pension plan at 5% of earnings after one year of service; no employee matchAdditional 403(b)retirement annuity plan for employee to save; no employer matchCHA provides a $10,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy for each benefit-eligible employee at no cost to the employee. This is an employee benefit paid and sponsored by CHA.Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Ability to provide CHA patients and the general public with a general description of CHA's services and programsAbility to work with strategic partners on collaborative messaging and program coordinationAbility to facilitate presentations regarding CHA's programs, services, and pertinent healthcare informationMust exhibit professionalism when directly engaging with the publicWill be required to collect data survey informationWill be expected to keep accurate records to maintain the integrity of research findingsKnowledge of community resourcesSkill in operating a computer / laptop utilizing word processing, presentations, databases, and e-mailSkill in operating various office equipment, such as calculator, copy machine, fax, smart phone, and telephone systemSkill in accuracy and attention to detailAbility to maintain confidentiality of financial and medical information according to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulationsAbility to read, write legibly and calculate mathematical figuresAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of issuesAbility to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisionsAbility to work and interact effectively and positively with other staff members to build and to enhance teamwork in the clinics and overall Community Health Alliance (CHA) organizationAbility to communicate in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to understand and respond appropriately, effectively and sensitively to any population or group (cultural competency). Ability to hear and speak to converse over telephone and interview patients.Ability to hear and speak to converse over telephone and in-personAbility to see to use computer efficiently and read computer reports and correspondenceEducation and Experience : Health care experience for at least two years preferred. Bilingual preferred. Electronic medical record experience preferred. Ability to obtain Community Health Worker certificate within one year of hire.
Salary : $500
