Comp Peri-Natal Health Worker (48349)

BAY AREA COMMUNITY HEALTH

2d•$24 - $28

About The Position

Provide case coordination of prenatal patients. Provide Comprehensive Perinatal Services assessment and referrals as determined by the California Department of Health Services, Maternal and Child Health Branch’s Comprehensive Perinatal Service Program (CPSP). This includes conducting prenatal and CPSP orientation, assessments, internal and external referrals and follow-up, and client advocacy. Assist with program implementation, education development and presentation of classes, as assigned. Maintain supply of approved health education material as well as a list of referral agencies and services for women’s health patients. Coordinate and monitor program compliance with CPSP guidelines, including billing and reimbursement for units of service. Compile monthly statistics and reports.

Requirements

One year experience as Comprehensive Perinatal Services Worker (CPHW) or Maternal and Child Health related experience.
Bilingual; Spanish highly desirable
Basic skill level proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook
CPHW certification (mandatory training for certification arranged by BACH)
Family Planning Health Worker Certificate – If not certified, training will be scheduled by BACH within 6 months of hire date. Employee is responsible for confirmation of training course
The ability to work and act independently with minimal supervision
The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively
Maintaining patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Excellent organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail.
Excellent customer service.
Successfully manage multiple projects at the same time.
Appreciation and respect for working with and serving a diverse population.
The ability to investigate and analyze information, draw conclusions and problem solve.
The ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.

Nice To Haves

Comprehensive Perinatal Health Worker (CPHW) certification
Family Planning Health Worker Certificate
Community or Public Health experience

Responsibilities

Provide case coordination for women’s health patients, including prenatal and postpartum patients. Act as patient advocate.
Provide CPSP services to pregnant women, including assessments, referrals, indicated follow-up and other services as determined by the Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program.
Coordinate and monitor program compliance with CPSP guidelines, including monitoring billing and reimbursement of CPSP units of service, compiling monthly statistics and reports. Update database and referral list as determined by Program Manager.
Review patient’s medical record for accuracy and completeness, including reviewing for missing information, laboratory tests, ultrasounds, and other relevant information prior to seeing patients. Complete comprehensive charting the day of the appointment.
Perform pregnancy tests and counsel patients on results and options.
Provide family planning options and counseling.
Schedule appointments with providers, Case Coordinators, internal and external referrals, as appropriate.
Input and maintain data in prenatal tracking systems.
Assist with implementation of health education classes, presentations and other educational vehicles, as assigned.
With the assistance of the Program Manager and I&E Committee, maintain health education materials and referral list for prenatal services, including high risk.
Assist with women’s health and prenatal outreach in coordination with Outreach Department.
Work flexible schedule and overtime, as necessary.
Assist with translating as needed, and conduct outreach activities.
Attend workshops, training, and meetings as needed, and as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.