Community Health Worker-First Steps

CHAS Health • Spokane Valley, WA

14d • Hybrid

About The Position

Improve the overall health of the communities we serve by expanding access for maternity and young pediatric populations to quality health and wellness services. This role involves fostering a fulfilling career path while serving the community, making an impact on patient lives and the greater community. The position is part of a team providing trustworthy, patient-centered, and attentive care. Challenging the status quo starts with you – get started today. Everyone Welcome From the beginning, we strongly believe that all people have the right to high-quality health care. Our goal is to remove barriers to care and provide high-quality, evidence-based care in a place that is convenient – in your neighborhood. We believe everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their situation.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of health and/or social services experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a social service-related field, such as social work, behavioral sciences, psychology, child development, or mental health required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Compassion for patients required.
• Computer skills required.
• Ability to work under tight time constraints, handle high pressure and changing priorities required.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance required.
• BLS (CPR/AED) required.
• Commitment to supporting a safe and respectful environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts intakes and assessments of client needs in accordance with First Steps Program guidelines, which includes the comprehensive and ongoing identification of health care, social, and education needs involving high-risk care.
• Documents progress and follow up in compliance with First Steps billing guidelines.
• Advocates and refers patients to appropriate community resources.
• Counsels and aids patients and their families to understand healthcare recommendations and options.
• Assesses and assists with non-clinical problems interfering with effective patient care under supervision.
• Works collaboratively with patients, CHAS Health multidisciplinary teams, and outside entities to ensure healthy birth outcomes and infant support.
• Teaches maternal and infant care related to individual and community welfare as required.
• Assists in special studies, research programs, and resource development.
• Participates in community outreach activities as directed.
• Provides and/or facilitates at-home visits for patients as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including supporting the CHAS Health Mission and Core Values.

Benefits

• Annual milestone bonus for all eligible employees! $500 for every year worked, up to $5,000.
• Robust health coverage with employer-offered medical, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match for a retirement plan that invests in your future.
• Work/life balance —enjoy more than six (6) weeks of paid time off (PTO) annually for full-time employees, to recharge and refresh.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment —let CHAS Health pay for your education!
• Up to $7,500 for childcare annually through reimbursement, to help you balance work and family life.
• CME and license fee reimbursement —we've got you covered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level