Description
Required Qualifications :
Education : High school diploma / GED
Work Experience : Experience with databases, email, the internet, Zoom, Teams, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
Education : Bachelor's Degree in health, social work, psychology or related field
Work Experience :
- 2 years’ experience working in one of the following areas : with community-based programs, heath care systems, health departments, or clinics
- Knowledge of maternal infant health and other support resources available in the community
- Experience with data collection and entry
- Experience working with the KanCare system and / or the uninsured population
- Experience with the Integrated Referral and Intake System (IRIS) and / or Nightengale Notes
- Bilingual in Spanish
Skills :
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others, both in-person and by phone.Ability to cultivate long-term relationships with key players within partner sites and community organizations to ensure sustained referralsAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to effectively organize and concurrently manage daily tasksAbility to work within a team atmosphereAbility to approach problems using critical thinking skillsJob Duties :
Serve as the liaison between the partnering sites, volunteers, clients, the Program Director and the Baby Talk teamProactively promote the program within partner sites and during community outreach eventsCall, track, and follow-up on referrals received through the website and community partnersFacilitate class logistics for both in person and virtual classes.Create client profile and collect necessary intake forms in the electronic data system (e.g. Nightengale Notes) or in-personSchedule clients to each class in the electronic data systemMonitor client attendance to ensure completionProvide communication to clients, educators and those involved in classes regarding the scheduleMonitor supplies and needed materials (maintaining inventory) at class locations including client paperwork, class materials, educational support materials, and updated resource brochures and handoutsUse the standardized reminder systems for all participants (e.g. text messages, reminder calls, Teletask reminders)Provide consistent communication to the Baby Talk instructors and Baby Talk administrative team to share updates related to the program and ensure issues are addressed and progress is madeRemain up to date on community resources and services provided to facilitate meeting Baby Talk participants’ needs outside of what the program providesMaintain a set schedule of hours at clinical locations to foster relationships and provide program-related supportProvide backup and assistance for Baby Talk classes and participants assigned to other staff membersPromote the Baby Talk program to communities and organization throughout the state.Identify and work with clients to resolve barriers to program participationFollow up with clients with positive screening resultsIdentify client needs outside of the scope of the Baby Talk programCoordinate connections to other programs to meet the needs of the clients, including : Referring through established partnerships with area programEnsuring follow-through with enrollment, participation as neededProvide assistance to navigate through various systems related to access to serviceIdentify barriers and assist clients in strategizing to overcome these obstacles (e.g., transportation, childcare)Establish, facilitate, and follow-up on client referrals to other community / clinic programsReport issues outside of scope to Program ManagerObtain necessary authorizations and consent from clientsCollect initial, completion and birth outcomes or other required program data directly from clientsEnter data relative to the program from all sitesAttend bi-weekly CRIBS program and Baby Talk staff meetingsAssemble class binders and ensure adequate supplies and materials are available for participantsAttend Baby Talk site meetings and assisting with schedulingAttend all KDHE required trainings, webinars and conferencesAssist with the completion of quarterly grant update reports and annual grant applicationsParticipate in collaborative work with other state-wide sites, including attendance at relevant conferences, trainings and workshopsThis position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Documents :
Resume / CVCover LetterComprehensive Benefits Package :
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.
Employee Type : Regular
Time Type : Full time
Rate Type : Hourly
Compensation Statement :
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range : 21.09 - $28.47
Minimum
21.09
Midpoint
24.78
Maximum
28.47
Salary : $21 - $28
