What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker position at IMPaCT Care HQ?
IMPaCT Job Description
Are you a natural caregiver? Become a Community Health Worker."
"Are you someone who’s always looking out for others? Someone who brings groceries to a sick neighbor, or just lends an ear? IMPaCT is looking for people with this natural gift of caring to employ them as full-time Community Health Workers." At IMPaCT Care, we specialize in partnering with healthcare organizations to recruit and hire community healthcare workers. We are currently hiring for "Indiana University Health" to fill this exciting new position. The main requirement: Are you helpful? If yes, keep reading.
We believe in the power of community support, and we're looking for compassionate individuals to join us as Community Health Workers. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in assisting patients in our community. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing Support: Listen to clients' concerns and offer guidance and assistance.
- Building Connections: Act as a friendly ear, providing essential support and care.
- Offering Resources: Help clients navigate challenges related to health, finances, and community resources.
Why You'll Love This Job
As a CHW, you will be a valuable resource for clients, helping them access the care and services they need. If you have a heart for helping others, excellent listening skills, and the ability to solve problems, we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a difference in Bloomington apply today to become a Community Health Worker and start changing lives for the better!
Requirements:
- Valid Driver's License
- Reliable transportation to conduct home visits, with mileage reimbursement
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
Personal Attributes:
- Genuine interest in improving community health.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Ability to take direction and proactively solve problems.
Preferred Requirements:
- Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred
- Ability to handle challenging situations and think creatively to find solutions.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively and build rapport.
- Candidate needs to be comfortable working in a clinical setting, and taking blood pressures and providing health education with training. They will be supporting patients with uncontrolled Hypertension .
- Familiarity with community resources (e.g., food banks, housing, medical support etc).
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Why are you interested in becoming a Community Health Worker?
Ability to Relocate:
Bloomington , IN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Healthcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License and Reliable Transportation (Car) (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bloomington, IN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20