Community Health Worker Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school degree or GED equivalent.
• A bachelor's degree in healthcare, behavioral health, or a related field, or three years of relevant experience.
• Experience providing community services to various populations.
• Experience working with multiple systems, such as court systems, Child Protective Services, schools, OhioRise, and Family and Children First Council.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Willingness to participate in and lead cross-systems team-building activities.
• Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Appropriate level of auto insurance coverage.
• Ability to use a personal or company vehicle to provide services in homes, schools, and community settings.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to work in an internet-based, automated office environment and maintain a high-speed internet connection.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods while working at a desk and computer.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of direct experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or a related field.
• Experience working with complex family systems and youth experiencing severe emotional or mental health issues.
• Experience with individuals and families with multiple needs.

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals and families in their homes and communities to identify strengths, barriers, and goals related to behavioral health and daily functioning.
• Provide direct interventions using the I-FAST treatment model and its principles, including leveraging strengths, understanding behavior sequences, and increasing mature behavior.
• Assess clients and families by gathering information about behaviors of concern and strengths within the family and its broader ecology.
• Develop treatment plans and collaborate regularly with treatment team members, including schools, courts, and care management entities.
• Provide care in home- and community-based settings.
• Engage primary caregivers, family members, supports, and community agency staff in change-oriented treatment.
• Dedicate time to weekly case planning and evaluation of case progress, with support from supervisors and team members.
• Attend training, professional development, supervision, and consultation activities to develop clinical skills in the I-FAST treatment model.
• Provide backup for team members as needed to support continuity of care and 24/7 coverage responsibilities.
• Follow ISBH EHR documentation policy and meet ISBH productivity and service-quality standards.
• Use databases and electronic health record systems to document client information accurately.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, mandated reporting requirements, and professional ethical guidelines.
• Travel within designated service areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off