Community Health Worker

Light Of Life Rescue Mission • Pittsburgh, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Light of Life Rescue Mission is a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area. We are seeking a Community Health Worker to be a part of the Mission's collaborative and comprehensive approach to healthcare and wellness. This individual plays a vital role assisting those we serve navigate the healthcare and social services system. Light of Life is nearing completion of a Capital Campaign and relocation plan which will provide the successful applicant an opportunity to be a part of exciting growth at the Mission.

Requirements

• Must have own, reliable transportation as travel between Light of Life buildings will be required.
• Detail oriented; finds satisfaction in accuracy and process.
• Strong interpersonal skills; adept at building relationships with diverse groups.
• Calm, pleasant demeanor; able to create a safe and comfortable environment for those needing assistance.
• LPN or RN Certification
• Associate degree in psychology, social work, health administration or a related field.
• CPR certified.
• 2-4 years' work experience in a clinical or human services setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, collaborative, able to work effectively with diverse groups of people.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of recovery, addiction, mental health preferred.
• HMIS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help guests and clients interact with external health care/social service systems.
• Educate guests and clients regarding their health condition(s) while developing ways to improve their health and lifestyle.
• Influence program participants to sustain healthier behaviors and lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with programs leadership regarding health protocols and client care.
• Deliver health information and concepts that will be culturally acceptable.
• Provide health care resources to individuals.
• Provide influence with informal counseling, support, and follow-up.
• Administer health services, such as blood pressure monitoring or first aid.
• Translating and interpreting health care/social service information made available by providers.
• Act as a liaison between Light of Life and outside community partners on community health-related topics.
• Help educate clients, guests, and Light of Life staff on medications and how to manage them properly.
• Oversee the Lab Technician and support the role as needed.
• Walk alongside clients as a disciple of Christ and share the Gospel with them through actions and words.
• Establish mutual trust and create a safe, authentic environment.
• Serve clients and co-workers in a Christlike manner and practice a growth-oriented lifestyle.
• Help the clients make choices that are justifiably in their eternal best interest.
• Practice stewardship of all resources.
• Model our organizational core values of Honoring God, Loving Well, Embracing Growth, Valuing Diversity, and Pursuing Excellence.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Other valuable benefits, which begin the first of the month following employment.
• Retirement plan with deferral matching after 6 months of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree