Community Health Worker- Mobile Health Unit

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Part-time • Entry Level

Remote • Dearborn, MI

101-250 employees

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

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Under general supervision the Community Health Worker I & II will conduct wellness consultations that include Social Determinants of Health screenings, health coaching, health education, and referrals to social services available in local communities that provide valuable assistance to residents. Promotes preventative care and health screenings; works with health care providers to improve community outreach.

Conduct social determinants of health (SDOH) screenings to identify individual or family needs
Refer clients to community resources and other agencies to meet identified needs
Conduct outreach in the community that promote, maintain, and improve individual and community health
Help clients to navigate and access community services and adopt healthy behaviors
Provide health education for chronic disease prevention (i.e.., blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes)
Provide health screenings such as vital sign intake, HIV testing, Lead testing, and Point of Care testing
Document details of engagement with clients
Conduct follow-up contacts with clients to determine if needs are met or additional support is needed
Assess client eligibility for services such as financial assistance, insurance, and other programs to assist the individual/family
Aid clients in obtaining healthcare services (Medicaid, family planning, connections to medical homes, etc.)
Serve as a liaison between communities, individuals, and service providers
Assist with recruiting new clients
Engage with community to identify referral partners and engage with existing referral agencies to strengthen partnerships
Participate in continuing education
Attend community meetings and health fairs to better understand community issues and provide information about agency offerings to community members
Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Level I Entry level from 6 months to 2 years experience as a Community Health Worker
Level II - At least 2 years experience as a Community Health Worker
Current CHW Certification preferred or willing to complete during onboarding
Valid drivers license and dependable transportation
Level I must complete 12-month apprenticeship program once CHWA certified
Level II MiCHWA training certificate

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