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Community Health Worker
Allied Behavioral Health Solutions is a locally owned organization dedicated to improving outcomes for individuals, families, and communities by increasing access to high-quality behavioral health services. We employ a team of specialized therapists who collaborate to provide personalized care to each client, regardless of their background or location. Our staff share a commitment to inclusivity and allyship, with an emphasis on creating a welcoming environment for all orientations and faith traditions.
At ABHS, we offer :
Paid clinical supervision for pre-licensure clinicians
Yearly continuing education / materials stipend
Paid training in evidence-based practices
Paid orientation to the position
Flexible scheduling with telehealth and work-from-home options
Comprehensive administrative support for insurance credentialing, client management, scheduling, and billing
PTO and benefits available for full-time staff
Position Overview :
The primary responsibility of the Community Health Worker is to serve as an on-site HealthySteps specialist, providing care coordination and connecting families to critical resources.
Primary Responsibilities :
Complete training for HealthySteps implementation and maintain fidelity to the program
Provide universal screening using tools like PSC-17, SWYC, and ASQ-SEs
Stratify children and families to appropriate tiered interventions based on screening results
Connect families to Social Determinants of Health resources and tele-behavioral health services as needed
Collaborate with Identified Practices and integrate services into well-child and office visits
Support the implementation of Help Me Grow as a backbone contact
Reports to : Director of East Tennessee Programs
Equity and Allyship :
ABHS is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring and service provision, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity / expression. We expect all candidates to fully affirm the LGBTQ community and be dedicated to racial healing.
Minimum Requirements :
High School diploma required (Bachelor's degree preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Google Drive
Experience in a medical and / or clinical setting preferred
Required Skills and Abilities :
Excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrating professionalism in all forms of communication
Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team
Capacity to collect, analyze, and report data, and engage in feedback loops
Location : Newport, TN
Compensation : $35,000 - $40,000 per year
Salary : $35,000 - $40,000
