Community Health Worker - Stephenville - Weekdays

Community Health Worker

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work location : Primarily in the Stephenville area, with some coverage at THC in Johnson County.

Work hours : Monday - Thursday from 7 : 30am-4 : 00 pm; or 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm; or 7 : 30am-6 : 00pm

This is a grant funded position and subject to the award and continuation of the contract

Community Health Department Highlights

Facilitate access to health services for underserved community members

Role is connected to system changes to address social determinants of health

Empowered to be a servant leader in Community Health

Here's What You Need

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required and

Other Successful completion of a Community Health Worker formal training program such as from a community college or other education institution Preferred

Experience

6 Months Customer service experience either face-to-face or by phone Required

Licensures and Certifications

BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support within 60 days Required

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to maintain composure in stressful situations, ability to problem solve, time management skills, detail-oriented, ability to work independently as well as with others, strong organizational & prioritization skills, and ability to motivate and inspire others, ability to complete required reports.

What You Will Do

Provide Client Support :

Responsible for establishing trusting relationships with patients and families.

Assists patients with personal goal setting and care plans.

Supports clients with meeting personal goals including but not limited to attending appointments, providing support for scheduling meetings / appointments with agencies and resource providers. Efforts will support development of self-management skills that improve health and well-being.

Collaborates with Senior Director of Faith / Community Health, regional Community Health Improvement initiatives and Community Health Ministry Strategy to implement Community Health Improvement activities :

Participate in program development, planning and evaluation.

Develop and effectively manage program timelines to ensure timely completion of program deliverables.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Community Health Worker :

Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.

Delivery of high-quality patient care

Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

If you're ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let's show the world how we're even better together!

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .

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