Outreach Worker
About The Position
As an Outreach Worker, you greatly assist community members by providing meaningful interactions and connections to a variety of community-based resources and programs. STATUS: Part time (24 hrs.) LOCATION: Newark-Wayne Community Hospital - 1200 Driving Park Avenue Newark, NY 14513 DEPARTMENT: Hospital Operations SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ATTRIBUTES Two (2) years of experience required Strong computer and interpersonal and communication skills Superior customer service and empathetic attitude RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care. Demonstrate knowledge of community resources and how to access them; complete initial assessment for new, eligible participants and collaborate with other care providers regarding participant needs; provide referrals for participants and their families; make home visits as needed; advocate for patients to ensure adequate housing, treatment, benefits and community services; develop patient treatment plan Documentation. Maintain accurate and complete record documentation and data collection; maintain patient related demographic information Program Development. Provide oversight in the development of newsletters, brochures, flyers and informational talks; coordinate and attend community activities that promote the Healthy Start Center; identify and coordinate relevant staff education needs; develop policies and procedures EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: NYS DL - valid New York State Driver's License - New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $18.00 - $21.65 CITY: Newark POSTAL CODE: 14513 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.
Requirements
- Two (2) years of experience required
- Strong computer and interpersonal and communication skills
- Superior customer service and empathetic attitude
- NYS DL - valid New York State Driver's License - New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)
- S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate knowledge of community resources and how to access them
- Complete initial assessment for new, eligible participants and collaborate with other care providers regarding participant needs
- Provide referrals for participants and their families
- Make home visits as needed
- Advocate for patients to ensure adequate housing, treatment, benefits and community services
- Develop patient treatment plan
- Maintain accurate and complete record documentation and data collection
- Maintain patient related demographic information
- Provide oversight in the development of newsletters, brochures, flyers and informational talks
- Coordinate and attend community activities that promote the Healthy Start Center
- Identify and coordinate relevant staff education needs
- Develop policies and procedures
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
