What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker Apprentice position at Loma Linda University Health?
Job Description
Medical Center: Community Health Development (Full-Time, Day Shift) -
Job Summary: The Community Health Worker Apprentice is responsible for meeting the standards of apprenticeship by completing the competencies that were established in collaboration with LLUH/SMGC/CHW/Promotores program and approved by the Federal Department of Labor. The CHW Apprentice can provide basic healthcare services, maintain client records, advise clients or community groups on issues, assess individual or community needs for educational or social services, transport clients to appointments, provide educational materials to community members, confer with clients to discuss treatment plans or progress, monitor clients to evaluate treatment progress, refer clients to community or social service programs, advocate for individual or community needs, recommend legal actions, teach life skills or strategies to clients or their families, collect information about community health needs, lead classes or community events. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required. Will be required to obtain a certificate of program completion of the Community Health Workers/Promotores training program at Loma Linda University Health San Manuel Gateway College.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and experience working in a multi-cultural setting. Knowledge of community resources appropriate to needs of patients/families and provide referrals for services to community agencies as appropriate. Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred. Able to read; write legibly; speak in English fluently with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office and patient care equipment required for the position. Perform required patient care activities related to the position. Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others. Work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Think critically and manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload. Problem solve and recall information with accuracy. Pay close attention to detail. Work independently with minimal supervision. Distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
Licensures and Certifications: None.
About Us
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
About The Team
Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001.
Loma Linda University Medical Center is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.
We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job search!
Medical Center: Community Health Development (Full-Time, Day Shift) -
Job Summary: The Community Health Worker Apprentice is responsible for meeting the standards of apprenticeship by completing the competencies that were established in collaboration with LLUH/SMGC/CHW/Promotores program and approved by the Federal Department of Labor. The CHW Apprentice can provide basic healthcare services, maintain client records, advise clients or community groups on issues, assess individual or community needs for educational or social services, transport clients to appointments, provide educational materials to community members, confer with clients to discuss treatment plans or progress, monitor clients to evaluate treatment progress, refer clients to community or social service programs, advocate for individual or community needs, recommend legal actions, teach life skills or strategies to clients or their families, collect information about community health needs, lead classes or community events. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required. Will be required to obtain a certificate of program completion of the Community Health Workers/Promotores training program at Loma Linda University Health San Manuel Gateway College.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and experience working in a multi-cultural setting. Knowledge of community resources appropriate to needs of patients/families and provide referrals for services to community agencies as appropriate. Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred. Able to read; write legibly; speak in English fluently with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office and patient care equipment required for the position. Perform required patient care activities related to the position. Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others. Work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Think critically and manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload. Problem solve and recall information with accuracy. Pay close attention to detail. Work independently with minimal supervision. Distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
Licensures and Certifications: None.
About Us
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
About The Team
Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001.
Loma Linda University Medical Center is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.
We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job search!
