Community Health Worker/Doula - Coos County

Essential functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Special Qualifications: NCHC is a public health organization and, as such, employees are considered "essential employees" in circumstances when a state or federal "state of emergency" has been declared. Employees may be temporarily re-assigned or required to participate in public health activities in the community, as needed.

• Possession of a valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance coverage
• Must reside within the local community being served, with knowledge of local culture and values, and familiarity with the resources available within the community.
• Completion of a Nationally Certified Doula Training preferred
• Position requires access to consistent high-speed internet and the ability to be responsive to incoming communication, in all modalities.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED or higher with experience in: Pregnancy and birthing outcomes, Coordinating care and working with the public.

Provide Direct Service to Pregnant and Postpartum Persons

• Develop a trusting relationship with client
• Promote wellness by providing culturally appropriate health information
• Support engagement in risk-appropriate care
• Educate people on maternity and postnatal care, through individual education, distributing education materials in the community
• Assist people in digital navigation to support telehealth connections
• Assist people in navigating social determinates of health such as transportation, housing, food and other barriers which may limit access to perinatal care
• Assist people with maternal, prenatal and postpartum care and breastfeeding support
• Conduct home visits to monitor client progress and assess needs
• Facilitate continuity of care by providing follow-up
• Enroll clients into programs such as health insurance and public assistance
• Operate in compliance with applicable Federal, State and other regulations and adhere to organizational programmatic policies and procedures.

Bridge the gap between clients and the health and social service systems

• Enhance care quality by aiding best communication practices between provider and patient
• Educate the health and social service systems about community needs and perspectives
• Provide feedback to health service providers regarding improvement of service accessibility or acceptability
• Educate pregnant people about how to use the health care and social service systems
• Increase access to maternity and postnatal care through culturally competent outreach and enrollment strategies

Client Record Keeping

• Maintain updated client records with plans, notes, and appropriate forms in the required time frame and format, as stipulated in the NCHC CHW Procedural Manual.

Work Environment

Physical activity demands include regular requirements for standing, walking, lifting objects up to 25 pounds, and ability to use hands to control objects such as keyboards and telephones. The position does not normally involve exposure to biohazards or other materials for which universal safety precautions apply.

EOE Statement: The North Country Health Consortium provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Public Health

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Littleton, NH 03561

Salary : $20